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DrainExperts.com
4.9(
22
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Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had a clogged area drain and while more trouble areas popped up throughout their work (which means the price kept going up too) they handled everything extremely well their work quality was great and their customer service was spectacular. I would definitely use them again!"
Drain Cleaning
Commercial Drain Cleaning
Commercial Drain Cleaning
Commercial Hydro jet Drain Cleaning
Commercial Drain Cleaning

+16

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Top Notch Rooter & Plumbing
4.9(
18
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Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The guys running Top Notch Plumbing were courteous and respectful of my home. My plumbing issue was resolved and I felt so confident in their abilities that I hired them to complete a full drain restoration/update in my 1962 home. Everything is flowing in the right direction! I definitely reccomend Top Notch Plumbing!"
Sewer check valve
Sewer repair
New Abs sewer clean check install
Sewer clean check valve
Before

+3

Response time40 mins
Response rate97%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Estelle Plumbing
5.0(
16
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Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jacob did a great job! He came to the house same day and evaluated the issue. He was very knowledgeable and provided great customer service. He went through all our options and didn't pressure us either direction. Jacob was able to resolve the clogged toilet in a timely fashion and no mess was left. It was great service and truly appreciated the professionalism. "
$89 Drain Clearing
Open Drain Line
Same- Day Service
$89 Leak Detections
We Find Leaks $89

+2

Response time5 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by18%of homeowners
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Service Flow Plumbing
5.0(
19
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Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Andrew was our plumber and also the owner of Service Flow Plumbing. He is everything you want in a professional tradesmen. He was polite, prompt, respectful of my home, thorough, very efficient, and was very generous with his time answering all my questions and showing me how to fix my next faucet handle. His rates are reasonable especially when you consider the level of attention he gives to your problem. I'm telling my family and friends about him & his company because service like his is unfortunately too rare."
Sewer Main Valve
Sewer Main Valve
Sewer Main Valve
Sewer Main Valve
Sewer Main Valve

+49

Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J I G Plumbing
4.9(
88
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Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The plumber spent a lot of time just trying to figure out the source of the hidden leak. He had a lot of patience. The quality of work was good as was the price. I would definitely hire them again."
Completed Install
Preparing new install
Completed Install
Completed Install
Completed Install

+8

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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AXP Plumbing Solutions
4.9(
36
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Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our tech, Albert, arrived about 5:00 p.m. We had the unit ready to be work on and the surround area cleared so he could check the unit out, which he did and quickly found that a "spin shifter" was the problem according the tests and computer lights told him. He had the part in his truck, pulled the problem item out, installed the new one with the washer tilted back for access, set the washer back upright and tested the electronic readings. He ran a short cycle and found that t he unit was working properly. We have since run several loads of laundry and the unit is doing fine. Problem fixed!! As a long-time engineer I asked him a lot of questions, so between his fixing the problem and my curiosity he spent about an hour here. The cost was $244. I was very impressed with Albert's background, experience, and attitude about his job. I'm keeping his card!! DRM"
Water Heater Replacement
Water Heater Replacement
Main Drain Replament
Rough plumbing
Rough plumbing

+17

Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Dr Rooter Plumbing
5.0(
16
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Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I highly recommend Alpha-1 they took such good care of me and helped me out a lot I had a big incident where my house flooded I called Alpha-1 and got to my home the same night , they found the issue repaired it and had me running a on a new sewer system within 2 days or less and helped me take care of the damages of my home, I recommend Alpha for any plumbing issues they are very professional, on time and very friendly, Thank You Alpha-1!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Renowned Plumbing & Rooter, Inc.
4.9(
12
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Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a flood that occurred in my home water spuing out from my floors my hardwood and laminate floors are ruined by this flood so I found Richard from Renowned Plumbing and he was very kind and what I love best is throughout the whole time communicating with him he was very thorough in his explanations and what could be and what future issue he said will happen if these other issues donâ t get fixed he showed me from the camera they did exactly what they came out to do Lorenzo was the young man who came and showed us on the camera where all the problems lay under our house they snaked and flushed the roots and I definitely will have them come back and install new sleeving throughout the pipeline to protect any further corrosion as he had explained Iâ ve owned this house for 62 yrs and what I saw underneath this house were very old pipes and I trust that RP will do the job correctly I have faith in this company and I have a lot of respect for Richard because he didnâ t talk or treat us like some contractors have in the past he was very sincere"
Response time50 mins
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Sweetwater Plumbing Industries, Inc.
4.5(
493
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Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sweetwater Plumbing technician Freddy Lopez was professional presented my available options in clear and precise manner and let me select the option that works for me. Then he proceeded to execute the solution till he cleared the clogged toilet as promised."
Water Heater Installation
Plumbing Services
Water Heater
Plumbing Services
On Time Service

+36

Response time3 hrs
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Riverside, 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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