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Make it Drain Plumbing & Rooter
4.7(
108
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Serving San Marino, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Make it Drain to fix my leaking toilet because my regular plumber was unavailable. I spoke with the main office and was told that a repairman would be at my house within an hour. After an hour and with no repairman in sight or call to explain his absence, I called the office back. I was told that the repairman had to get a part and that's why it was taking so long. The repairman finally showed up two hours after my initial call and promptly left again to get another part -- for which he added an additional $50 to the original quote. The work was completed and they did come back the following day when the toilet still wasn't fixed. But they could not detect any problem and left. The best thing about this experience is that it has renewed my already-considerable confidence in my regular plumber. Should I have an urgent matter in the future, I will wait until he is available. He is more reliable than Make it Drain (he comes when he says he will) and he is much more reasonably priced."
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+10

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Western Rooter & Plumbing
4.8(
169
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Serving San Marino, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pablo Soto did a fast and great job, cleared the clog and got us flowing again. This man has a great personality and is an excellent master of his craft."
Ruben installs a new drainage system under a customers home. Working in a crawl space is rough, but we do what is needed.
Backing up? Got roots? Blast those roots out with a Hydro Jetter! We use a wart hog nozzle that combines controlled rotation with a unique 8 jet cutting configuration optimized for removing roots. It’s better with a jetter! Call us! We got this! ??
Sewer Line Camera
No drain clog too big or small, Western Rooter covers them all!
Justin clearing a Kitchen sink back-up after the Memorial holiday.
HALO 5 whole house water filtration system.

+542

Response time7 hrs
Response rate98%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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G M C Plumbing, Inc.
4.9(
86
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Serving San Marino, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"GMC Plumbing is always there for our plumbing needs. Whether itâ s something as simple as a clogged drain or as complex as a new sewer line, we can always count on Geremi and his team to be there when we need them. Geremi is always just a phone call away and we know the job will be done correctly and at a fair price."
New Drainage
Old  shower Drainage
New kitchen faucet
New Drainage
New Drainage- SEWER LINE

+3

Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
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So-Cal 1 Plumbing & Rooter
5.0(
38
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Serving San Marino, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great service and work from Miguel and team. I would hire them again. What originally was a slow draining sewer line turned into a root infested backup. Miguel was able to scope the drain and visualize the root of the problem. They were prepared to start digging and had the tools and supplies on the truck to get the job completed. He clearly explained the discovery, repair, and installation process as well as potential other root intrusion spots. After the dig, the soil and grass was replaced and can hardly tell that any work was done. They also cleaned the dirt/mud on the concrete walk way. Thank you Miguel and team for the great work."
repair
full house redrain
full house redrain
full house redrain
sewer repair

+27

Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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All Season Rooter And Plumbing, Inc.
4.8(
103
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Serving San Marino, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I called 10 plumbers. Some flaked, some couldnâ t come same day or I had to speak to multiple dispatches and it was inefficient. These guys came out within the hour and fixed our issue in no time. Iâ m telling everyone!"
Drain Cleaning
Leak Repairs
Sewer Cleaning
Serivce Van
Response time2 hrs
Response rate93%
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Logical Rooter Services
5.0(
17
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Serving San Marino, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jose came by for an emergency plumbing service within 60 mins and got the job done swiftly. Very nice and cooperative gentleman, extremely tidy and quick. Hopefully drain doesn't clog again but if it does, I'm calling Jose! Thank you so much!!!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate93%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
So-Cal Plumbing & Rooter
4.6(
202
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Serving San Marino, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had 2 project with this vendor. Jose & Alex both came to the rescue. 1st was a quote and later water heater install. Then had a old cast iron drain clog that required replacement. They were professional and skilled. I am happy with the service and their fair pricing. Don’t bother shopping around and waste time give them a call directly."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Legacy Pro Plumbing
5.0(
20
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Serving San Marino, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Daniel Ortiz & his crew, Samuel & Carlos did a Great job of replacing all the drain lines. There was very minimal interruption to the household flow. They were always polite and courteous. They did an excellent job of cleaning up behind themselves. I was so Lucky when I found them on Angie ."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate91%
59 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in San Marino, 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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