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Avatar for My Neighbor's Plumber
My Neighbor's Plumber
4.1(
105
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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The service provided was excellent, professional, courteous, and non pushy.  I tried to present myself as knowledgeable about what the situation was, reading up on common a/c problems and solutions.  But very soon learned I did not know half of what I was talking about.  I was impressed with Pedro's knowledge and ability to explain in concise, logical, and specific manner what was wrong with my system as he inspected  both inside and outside.  Perhaps I was just gaining the knowledge he was imparting to his younger partner.  He even restarted my a/c compressor which had frozen up so that it would work to some degree in cooling the home.  He gave me about 6 different estimates based on  the amount of work I would want him to do, from a simple repair of a couple of capacitors to a complete new system.  The repair estimates ran between $500 and $1000, and the system estimate ran between $11,000 to $18,000.  After contemplating that the fixes would only buy me a year or two more use of the system (other things were rusting out or deteriorating) I decided to go with a new system.  I am now looking at what seems to be a plethora of systems that all seem to have 50% or more reviewers deploring their selection, so it looks like you take your chances and pray for blessings.  It does look like that a common problem is finding a good professional vendor to do the installation.  Since I intend to get an extended 10 year warranty covering labor and parts, I want someone who has a good reputation and a history of existence.  I would trust Pedro with my installation but I am not as sure about the company he works for.  I will check BBB also and search the web for input on the company.  Also in the end, Pedro did not even charge me the inspection fee.  I offered to pay him the fee anyway for the education he gave me but he insisted that he did not want to be paid.   That impressed me.  Even though I did not really get to know the company well from this short visit, I decided to rate them 5 stars to get them out of the F category and

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9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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California Plumbing SD Inc
4.9(
234
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I’ve had issues with my outdoor drain clogging. Alex helped me schedule an appointment and ensured me they would have the equipment to high power clean my drain. Sure enough the technicians showed up and were able to clear my drains same day. I’m very pleased with their great service!"
California Plumbing
Our Team!
We are happy to help!
We are the experts!
5 star service!

+3

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
353 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Flowtech Drains LLC
5.0(
11
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"2 months ago We needed to replace the pipes in our house after having serveral leaks. Pablo Solis and his team were friendly, prompt & did a great job! They kept me updated as they completed the project and made recommendations when needed. They were kind enough to fix a small toilet issue we were having even though it was not part of the project we hired them for. I recommend them 100% ð ð ¼ The pricing was very competitive. We would definitely use them again."
Water pressure regulator replacement
Water, pressure, regulator, manifold, upgrade
Waterheater
Waterheater
Water filtration

+12

Response time5 hrs
Response rate88%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Clearwater Plumbing and Drains, Inc.
5.0(
5
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Clearwater Plumbing and Drains is one of the best plumbing companies in North County. They are very professional, clean, and know what they are talking about. They kept me updated throughout the entire process and I would recommend them to anyone that needs some plumbing work done the right way."
Navien tankless water heater
Tankless
Response time2 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by60%of homeowners
Home Leak and Drain Solutions
4.4(
22
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Miguel went ABOVE & BEYOND to help us. We had a water leak that caused severe damage to our downstairs bathroom and thankfully, Miguel was proactive and thoughtful enough to check in some other areas preventing future work. I watched him repair multiple items and he was clean, his post work was impeccable and the house was left perfect. He took great pride in his work, company and it showed. I want to be clear, its rare that you have a friendly, reliable, REASONABLY priced plumber who is ON TIME and does GREAT WORK. Miguel and Home Leak and Drain Solutions DELIVER. I was so impressed that I had Miguel come back and do work that was needed because he has earned my absolute trust. Do yourself a favor, these guys are reasonable, reliable, on time and legit. Home Leak & Drain is on my speed dial. 100% this is my go to plumbing company for future work. PERIOD. Thanks Miguel!"
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Ly's Plumbing
5.0(
27
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"I hired them to replace my toilet, and Long Ly clearly knew exactly what he was doing. He was truly a sincere and earnest guy. The toilet I purchased elsewhere arrived with two large bolts and two nuts missing, but he carefully cut and fitted his own hardware to complete the installation. His fee was also relatively affordable. I am totally satisfied with his work."
New 10 year warranty natural gas water heater
Brand new 50 gallon water heater with 10 years war
Leaking 50 gallon natural gas water heater
Existing watermain shut off
New Moen flo Smart water monitor

+35

Response time3 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in San Diego, 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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