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Service Flow Plumbing
5.0(
21
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Service Flow Plumbing did an excellent job flushing my tankless water heater at a very reasonable cost. Rose provided outstanding customer service from start to finish, and Andrew—the technician who performed the flushing—was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and sure to explain everything clearly. The whole process was smooth and stress-free. Highly recommend their team!"
Sewer Main Valve
Sewer Main Valve
Sewer Main Valve
Sewer Main Valve
Sewer Main Valve

+65

Response time5 days
43 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by14%of homeowners
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RighTime Home Services / Rescue Rooter LA Riverside
4.1(
348
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have used this company for 20 years plus! Now more then ever are wonderful. I had same day service UNBELIEVABLE! And berry is the best guy! Ask for Berry! Personable. Knowledgeable and clear in his explaination"
Fixing a leak.
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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DnD Plumbing LLC
5.0(
15
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"David Maiden is a congenial guy. Easy to communicate with, and sensitive to the customer's needs. He fixed what was broken, and didn't try to over sell me. I particularly appreciated that he has a sense of humor and made me feel relaxed to have a strange man in my home. He did a good job and left my home as clean as he found it. I can't think of anyone else I'd call if/when I have a future plumbing problem or for that matter any handyman needs."
Tankless install
Tankless install
Tankless install
Tankless install
Tankless install

+2

20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Diamond House Construction, Inc.
4.4(
150
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The technician cam to drain/yearly maintenance of my water heater & I told him about my clogged shower & bathroom sink drains & he fixed that problem too. Did an excellent job !"
Clogged Drains
1250-gallon Septic tank
Flowtech Filter Installation
Septic pump and install / Service
1250-gallon Septic tank

+36

Response time2 hrs
Response rate90%
68 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A -Team Drains
4.6(
18
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A-Team Drains always delivers when I call. Always on time and respectful. I love not having to worry about my repairs or installations when theyâ re done. Thank you A-Team Drains!"
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+1

Response time4 hrs
Response rate91%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dr Rooter Plumbing
5.0(
18
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"My house was backed up I could not use my kitchen sink with out water coming in to my bath tubs adding to the water not to mention the waste.So I decided to call Alpha 1 Rooter and plumbing to see if they can help me out with my issues. They came out and were very knowledgeable in their craft, not to mention respect, kind, and courteous, and very professional. They did what they called it a pipe burst to fix my mainline. Now my house is flowing like never flowed before. Thank you Alpha 1 for making sure me and my family are able to use our facilities with no worries not to mention the great price we paid. I shopped around and you guys beat the other companyâ s. My finances are not too great, but you guys made it possible and for that me and my family are forever grateful thank you all for one once again."
Response time30 mins
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Isaac Mailhot Plumbing
4.7(
181
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Transformed our master shower to a beautiful, but functional zero threshold entry. On time, friendly, but professional, cleaned up, all around a 10!! Love our new shower!!"
Waste system of a multistory custom home
shower of power
Custom shower rough in
**Bling**
Custom shower finished

+43

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Palm Desert, 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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