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Avatar for Moor Plumbing Solutions, Inc.
Moor Plumbing Solutions, Inc.
5.0(
22
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Serving Portola Valley, 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
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Wilmar Edwin Bautista
4.9(
157
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Serving Portola Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"He was fast, professional, and knew his stuff. He initially contacted me via both a phone call and the messenger tool within HomeAdvisor. I exchanged texts with him and got a quote. After a 2nd quote, Wilmar was the lower price. Wilmar showed up slightly early, just the right amount to be early but not annoying. After I explained the problem and showed him where, he quickly determined that coming through the vent in the roof to snake the pipe was best. Within five minutes of starting, my clogged sink was once again draining. He spent some extra time to make sure everything worked and it wasn't just a quick fluke. He was super friendly the whole time and explained when I asked him for the details."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DRAIN RIGHT PLUMBING & ROOTER INC
5.0(
21
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Serving Portola Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"**Robert was very calm, cool, and collected!!!! I got a call from my tenant at about 1p on a Sunday afternoon, that her kitchen ceiling was leaking water. I suspected there was a plumbing issue right away, and I reached out to Robert. Instantly, Robert said he would go take a look after he completed his job across town. Heroically, Robert made it there in about 30 mins and discovered the issue was a clogged pipe, and used all his tools in his belt to help me clear the clogged drain issue. Long story short -- he fixed everything before 3p 😮😮😮 Thank you Robert!! You are the man!! I will call you without hesitation moving forward!!!"
Before
After
Water heater
Descaling tankless water heater
Toilet replacements

+24

Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Plumbtree Plumbing and Rooter, Inc.
Plumbtree Plumbing and Rooter, Inc.
5.0(
24
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Serving Portola Valley, 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

Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Plumbing & Rooter Service
5.0(
23
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Serving Portola Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My toilet and bathroom Sink were clogged, i called them and within a hour they came and unclogged my main with their snake and then they cleaned the main using a machine called hydro jetter. Highly recommend their service"
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by9%of homeowners
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Jess Plumbing
4.9(
48
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Serving Portola Valley, 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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JVM Master Plumbing, Inc.
5.0(
14
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Serving Portola Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Lalo and his team did a great job! Aaron came first and I showed him one leak near my water heater and he went directly to Home Depot and immediately fixed that problem- just as a good faith measure. Then Lalo came and the two of them talked with me about what needed to be done with several options. They gave me an estimate and I said yes. Within an hour we had three of his team working on opening up access to the areas that needed work and procuring materials. I tried to keep ahead of them moving furniture and garage stuff out of the way ( they would have done this if I hadn?t been available to do it). While they were here my wife decided she wanted some fixtures replaced and they discovered some other drain leaks and slow drains. He and his team took care of everything and would have done more if requested. Polite and helpful. They tore into the walls and ceiling to get access and they patched up and painted so you wouldn?t know anything had been done. Would I use JVM again? YES"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Portola Valley, 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.

The Portola Valley, CA homeowners’ guide to drain clog or blockage clearings

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