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Drain Raider Plumbing
5.0(
13
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Serving Newark, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Adam is amazing. He came by same day and handled business. He is very knowledgeable about plumbing and it shows. He helped educate me on the health of my pipe systems and encouraged me to move forward with high pressure snaking which cleared out the obstructions and got our plumbing back. So grateful to have been helped by Adam!"
Drains replacement
Drains replacement
Drains replacement
Drains replacement
Drains replacement

+6

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Moor Plumbing Solutions, Inc.
5.0(
22
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Serving Newark, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Arrived on time. Our backyard drain was clogged. Felipe and his teammate did an excellent job and was able to open the clogged drain within time and budget. Definitely recommend to anyone looking for a professional"
Response time9 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Plumbtree Plumbing and Rooter, Inc.
5.0(
24
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Serving Newark, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We called Plumbtree Plumbing and Rooter to our mothers home to deal with a clogged kitchen drain. Josh arrived on time and put his shoe covers and mask on before entering our mothers home. Josh seemed to have all the equipment he would possibly need as our kitchen drain proved to be rater stubborn but after about a half hour of hard work he announced that the drain would work. Josh cleaned up after the work was done and sanitized all the surfaces that he had touched!! We will definitely be recommending Josh and Plumbtree Plumbing to our friends and family for their plumbing needs!"
Before and After of Garbage disposal replacement.
Root intrusions at failed connection
Plumbing Project
Water Service Repair
Roots cleaned out of main line

+26

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Escamilla Plumbing and Rooter Inc.
5.0(
48
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Serving Newark, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Gustavo from Escamilla plumbing is a pro thru and thru. I gave him a tough job that I wanted to tackle but didn't have the necessary tools or time to tackle. I had him relocate the water heater lines and install a tankless water heater, remove steel pipes and redo drain lines. The kicker for the water lines was access next to a furnace and new gas lines that needed to be run due to insufficient gas supply. During the project we found micky mouse water line taps that needed to be removed and the house water shutoff valve that failed to closed completely. Lots of unexpected work but he gave decent quotes to complete the job. He is quick, doesn't cut corners, and gets the job done. I wholeheartedly recommend him for project a homeowner wouldn't touch or doesn't have time to do."
Plumbing Project
Electric Heat Pump Water Heater
Shower Valve
Shower Area Remodel
New Bidet

+167

Response time1 day
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Jess Plumbing
4.9(
48
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Serving Newark, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Went very well. Jess analyzed our situation and determined the best solution and implemented the improvements. New drain pipe and professional in-ground sump pump."
Plumbing Project
Plumbing Project
Plumbing Project /water main
Old gate valve/ doesn’t shut off water
Installed new Zoeller sewer tank lid

+178

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Avalos Plumbing & Drain Cleaning
5.0(
6
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Serving Newark, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Rafael is our go-to plumber, and has completed a number of repairs at our apartment. He's very responsive and a great communicator. I would recommend him for any plumbing projects."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mike Counsil Plumbing and Rooter
4.0(
329
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Serving Newark, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1994

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The folks @ Mike Counsil have done work for us in the past, including the heater installation and unclogging/cleaning a backed up drain. Any time we've had work done by them, they are always right on time and very professional. They get the job done and clean up after they're finished to ensure there's no clean up for the customer. I highly recommend them for all of your plumbing needs."
Preparing a safe environment for working on a sewer line replacement.
Water heater installation with expansion tank
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+11

Response time8 hrs
Response rate97%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Newark, CA

Snaking a simple clog near a tub, toilet, or sink often takes about five minutes. Deeper blockages along the main line can stretch the job to a few hours because the pro must feed extra cable and may need a camera to confirm the pipe is clear. Either way, specialized tools help pros work quickly and keep your drains running for the long haul.

Aggressive snaking can scratch pipes, push debris deeper, or even crack older lines. That risk is low with an experienced plumber who matches the cable size to the pipe and eases the snake through bends instead of forcing it. If you’re unsure of your technique—or your pipes are already fragile—calling a licensed pro is the safest, and often cheapest, move.

Start with simple barriers: mesh screens on every tub, shower, and sink keep hair, food bits, and jewelry out of the pipes. Skip harsh chemicals; a monthly flush with hot (not boiling) water clears light buildup without damaging plastic lines. Finally, practice smart disposal—no grease, wipes, or kitty litter down the drain—and schedule routine cleanings if you have older plumbing.

Roto‑Rooter typically charges a flat $160 to $450 for standard snaking, which may include a quick sewer inspection and basic clean‑out. Exact pricing depends on the clog’s location and complexity. Repairs or part replacements fall outside that flat fee, so ask for a line‑item estimate if your tech spots broken pipe sections or recommends additional work.

Most liquid cleaners rely on caustic chemicals that eat through hair and grime—but they also erode metal and even some plastics over time. Repeated use strips protective pipe coatings and can leave you with leaks or premature failures. If hot water or a plunger doesn’t help, call a plumber for mechanical removal instead of pouring more chemicals down the line.

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