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Avatar for Zoom Sewer & Drain Cleaning Service, Inc.
Zoom Sewer & Drain Cleaning Service, Inc.
4.7(
498
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My basement sink overflowed and the sink was very slow to drain. I called Zoom and they were able to come out the same day. Sean, my technician, worked on clearing my drain for about an hour and was able to clear it."
Installing Underground Pipe
Snaking
Crawler Cam in Manhole
Excavator Digging
Jetting Roof Stack

+30

Response time10 hrs
121 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Zoom Drain
4.5(
102
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Zoom Drain was great !! Everything was explained by Rob on Friday when he came out. Service was provided the day we called due to hearing gurgleing in the kitchen sink when the toilet was flushed. Rob found a blockage in the drain box outside our house which he cleared. On Sunday we found that we were still having some brief water backup into our basement laundry tub when the bathroom toilet was flushed, Kyle came out that afternoon and determined that part of the issue was that the Municipal Sanitary Drain was running slow. Kyle even pulled the Municipal Manhole cover in the street to confirm that the water level was much higher than expected. He spent the time to make sure our drain was as clear as possible and even called our local borough office to inform them that the Municipal drain seemed to have a blockage. We saw a truck on our street this morning and were informed that a large grease plug was found in the municipal drain on the street next to ours. They cleared it on Sunday night and were checking the line upstream from where the plug was to make sure everything was clear. Thank You Kyle. Thank you Zoom Drain Norristown. Highly recommended !!"
Excavate front yard to expose old sewer line. Install shoring for safety at depths greater than 5’. Remove old sewer line and install new PVC sewer. Make connections to remaining pipe with underground couplings. Water test to ensure proper drainage with no leaks and encase new pipe in stone for support and protection. Remove shoring and backfill with existing soil. Tamp soil and grade trench.
 Residential Sewer Cleanout Installation
Residential Curb Trap Replacement
Excavate front yard to expose old sewer line. Install shoring for safety at depths greater than 5’. Remove old sewer line and install new PVC sewer. Make connections to remaining pipe with underground couplings. Water test to ensure proper drainage with no leaks and encase new pipe in stone for support and protection. Remove shoring and backfill with existing soil. Tamp soil and grade trench.
 Residential Sewer Cleanout Installation

+27

Response time2 hrs
Response rate96%
81 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Pressman Home Services
Pressman Home Services
5.0(
200
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Paradigm Home Solutions hit a home run in every respect. Complete waterproofing of a wet 600SF basement with French drains and two new pits with sump pumps. Since then the basement has been completely dry. This was part of a whole house remodel: structural, electric, plumbing, gas, etc. Paradigm stands out as the best contractor we dealt with through this entire project. Bob and Andy answer their phones without fail, their crew showed up on the scheduled days, worked hard (real hard) for 2 days straight in the July heat, and made no shortcuts or excuses. When we had a couple of simple questions a few weeks later Bob picked up the phone immediately. I wish all contractors demonstrated this sort of quality, commitment and communication."
replaced section of broken sewer line
finished up a french drain installation
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+7

Response time4 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.9(
11
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1935

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

When you need an emergency plumber in Philadelphia, PA or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

Water Heater Replacement
Water Heater Replacement
Drain Cleaning
Drain Cleaning
Plumbing

+7

Recommended by18%of homeowners
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Extreme Plumbing & Heating Corp.
4.9(
115
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I contacted Extreme Plumbing and Heating, Corp. from Home Advisor. Within minutes of requesting a quote Wayne called me. I explained to Wayne my plumbing issue. I previously made a short 6 second video of the leaky pipe on my cell phone. Wayne viewed the video and called back. Wayne promised me he would send someone out the next morning. He gave me a quote of what it would cost. The next morning Friday, November 22, 2019 Lamar from Extreme Plumbing and Heating. Corp. called me and said he was within ten minutes of my home. I told Lamar that there was someone over the age of 18 at home and that he could come over. Lamar performed the repair within a short amount of time. My Family member sent me a short video of the completed work. I called Wayne just to confirm the final price. The price was the same price that was quoted the previous day. The Job was completed in a timely fashion, the quality of the job was excellent. I called Wayne to thank him for a job well done."
Old Defective Steam Boiler
Crown Steam Boiler
Old Hot Water Boiler
2nd Photo Of Boiler
Final Photo

+41

Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Progressive Construction Group
4.8(
25
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Excellent job very courteous and respectful. I would hire them again. Explained everything to me . This is the company to use for your plumbing. Thank you to William very very nice young man. "
HACE office expansion
HACE office expansion
HACE office expansion
HACE office expansion
Main storm line

+21

Response time7 hrs
Response rate89%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for East Philly Plumbing & Heating
East Philly Plumbing & Heating
5.0(
23
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Rental property had a clog, called east Philly plumbing, they coordinated with the tenants schedule to show up, clear the drain and explain everything in detail. Would use again. Highly recommend. "
Project photos
Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Philadelphia, PA

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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