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Avatar for Just In Case Plumbing & Heating LLC
Just In Case Plumbing & Heating LLC
5.0(
55
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Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Alec was professional and explained what needed to be done to clear the lavatory drain with an electric snake. He installed new angle stop for lavatory. He supplied and installed two supply lines for the faucet. The old valves were rusty and did not work like they used to. Alec said the old valves could leak in the future, and we did not want that to happen. They arrived on time and continued working until the job was complete."
Plumbing Project
Plumbing Project
Before
Basement Bathroom
Water Heaters Project

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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by49%of homeowners
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Pascale Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
4.6(
118
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Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Called me within minutes of putting my request in. Came the very next morning and corrected my clogged sink drain. Cleaned up and were done in under an hour."
Response time8 hrs
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Pipe Works Services Inc
4.4(
200
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Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were so lucky to be able to have Pipe Works as our plumber. In the middle of Coronavirus lockdown, our water hose connection to the upstairs washing machine rusted through and broke, causing flooding into our first floor. Pablo came out promptly (with a mask), and figured out the problem (it wasn't clear to us), and gave us an estimate and a time-table to fix it the next day. A life-saver to us. Could not recommend more highly."
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7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Avatar for Freedom Mechanical & Sewer Service, LLC
Freedom Mechanical & Sewer Service, LLC
5.0(
26
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Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"First time homebuyer here. Jacob was prompt, thorough and pleasant. He showed us the current condition of our sewer line via two separate videos. Incredibly easy to work with - will recommend Jacob to family/friends."
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for AJ Perri, LLC Plumbing
AJ Perri, LLC Plumbing
3.8(
467
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Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"Derron was professional, prompt, knowledgeable. He diagnosed the problem and addressed it with immediate results. This was an emergency clogged toilet and drain. I would highly recommend him."
New System Installation
Drain Repair
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Good Tidings Plumbing Heating and Cooling
4.3(
77
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Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We had water leaking into our crawlspace. It was a mess. The rugs we laid down to make crawling easier were soaked with foul-smelling liquid. Boxes of pictures were ruined. Contaminated items needed to be thrown away. It was a disaster. At first, we thought it may have come from a leak from a recently installed water heater. We contacted the installer (AJ Perri) to look at it. He said that it wasn't from the heater. He assumed it was water from outside and suggested we get a sump pump. We weren't entire convinced that was the case or the cause, so we reached out to plumbers here on Angie's--including Good Tidings. They had someone come over right away to look that problem. He looked (and smelled) the water and said it was from the sewer line, thinking there was a clog. It turned out the pipe was at fault and needed to be replaced. The plumbers Good Tidings sent were professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. They solved the issue, as we are no longer getting disgusting water in our crawlspace. In another plumbing-related problem, we'd be sure to call again!"
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate87%
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Raritan, NJ

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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