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The Builders & Cleaners
4.9(
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Serving North Branford, CT and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Reached out to get our gutters cleaned. David was very responsive and offered a reasonable rate. Did the job quickly and thoroughly, sent lots of pictures and video of the finished work. Very satisfied, would definitely recommend"
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+1761

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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H L Bowman
4.8(
383
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Serving North Branford, CT and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They contacted me right away, set up an appointment, came and did a wonderful presentation that was on a Tuesday. I had other contractors in between. They already sent me their estimates. I waited till that Saturday. And I emailed him, that I wanted to get his estimate. Never received anything. The following Monday, I called his number. He never got back with me. I told him what I wanted. He never got back to me. On Tuesday, which would have been a week after he was here. I called H L Bowman, and spoke with somebody there. She said she would check into it, and she would have an estimate to me within a day or two. And they never got back with me. I never got an estimate. And we checked our email address. Make sure everything was good. Never received anything. And here it is like, over two weeks later and havent heard a word from them. "
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+6

228 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Instant Plumber CT
5.0(
21
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Serving North Branford, CT and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Adrian solves problems like Winston Wolfe from Pulp Fiction: he gets to the house quickly, identifies the issue, tells you how he’ll fix the issue, and then fixes it. No one better or more reliable."
Response time1 day
Response rate92%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.4(
159
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Serving North Branford, CT and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1935

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike was excellent. He came in was very polite and professional. He quickly provided the quote and in less than an hour had removed the old leaky faucet and installed the new one. It worked perfectly and looks amazing in the kitchen. Mike removed all the old parts and new faucet packaging. He even gave me pointers on diy checking water pressure to make sure there is not too much pressure coming in. Also, reminded me to register my Delta faucet which I did shortly after. Thank you Mike!! Price seemed a bit high, but it was done right away on a Saturday! With 6 month warranty on the plumbing work."
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+4

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in North Branford, CT

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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