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Avatar for Zoom Drain New England
Zoom Drain New England
4.7(
41
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Serving Sanford, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My technician Robert Santiago was friendly, helpful, and prompt. Made a very stressful situation bearable. He thoroughly examined my system and its layout, and explained where the clog was explained could be occurring. He even gave me a bit of a history lesson on plumbing in old houses like mine, and the kind of problems that people typically face with them. He also told me exactly what he was planning to do, what equipment would be used, and how it worked. Worked on the problem for a couple hours until he got results. Very persistent! Cleaned up and sanitized the worksite as well. Also made a few suggestions as to some diagnostic measures I should look into to make sure I don’t run into the problem again. I’m very grateful for Zoom’s help and would recommend them to others!"
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Response time10 mins
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Heritage Home Service
4.2(
1,355
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Serving Sanford, ME and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1988

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"They arrived as promised and were very professional. In addition to finding and repairing the water leak, they also provided me with information as concerning treating my water drains."
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Water quality team
HVAC tech
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Bryan, electrician

+24

173 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Greenhalgh Plumbing, LLC
4.0(
5
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Serving Sanford, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Alex Greenhalgh repaired the upstairs bathtub drain expertly and efficiently. He arrived the morning after my first contact with him. It was a rough and dirty job in a 124 year old house. Alex handled it well. The cost was very reasonable. I am going to recommend Alex Greenhalgh wherever I can!"
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
IronCAD
New to Angi

Serving Sanford, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

IronCAD LLC (Residential Plans & Carpentry Services)\nEdgar Almonte \nBased in Lower-NH\n\nBeen working in the Building, Fabrication and Design Planning Field for 20yrs.\nWork-Travel Radius included NH & MA, and Lower-ME.\nExpertise in a wide-variety of disciplines and trades.\nSole-proprietor for Small to Mid-Size Jobs in which Bids will be reasonable. \nInsured Contractor \n

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Sgt. Smith's Drain Cleaning Services
4.9(
95
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Serving Sanford, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very knowledgeable about our problem and knew exactly what to do to clear the problem. Had the appropriate equipment to clear our clogged pipes. Would highly recommend Micah Smith for your plumbing needs.."
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+3

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Rooter-Man of Southern Maine
Rooter-Man of Southern Maine
4.3(
107
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Serving Sanford, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Anthony was very professional and new what he was doing, he was very prompt and personable. I am giving out the company info to many people,. Anthony cleared drains that 2 other companies could not clear, he also made some other things that will help us in the future. If I could rate a !0 plus I would. Great Company."
We saved this guy from a storm drain!
Slow tub? This could be why!
Extreme roots in sewer
That one was down there!
Tub clog

+17

Response time20 mins
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Hilltop Drain & plumbing
4.9(
12
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Serving Sanford, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We offer commercial and residential plumbing and 24 hour emergency plumbing-drain cleaning -pipe inspection-frozen pipes-repairs and more call is anytime are normal business hours are Monday-friday 8am-5pm sat 8am-noon the emergency hours are after 5pm on week days until 8am there are two different rates one for normal business hours and one for emergency services we can dispatch a tech to you area anytime or you can schedule a appointment for normal business hours rates call 207-461-2392 atm we accept cash/check/PayPal for payments

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+21

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for SOS Plumbing Solutions
SOS Plumbing Solutions
5.0(
5
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Serving Sanford, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Hello we are SOS plumbing solutions with over 10 years of experience under plumbers and drain cleaning experts our goal is to bring you the best products, the best skills , the best materials to bring you the best solutions.

rusty shower
rusty shower
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leaking upstairs tub
leaking upstairs tub

+5

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for SOS Plumbing Solutions, LLC
SOS Plumbing Solutions, LLC
4.8(
6
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Serving Sanford, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

SOS Plumbing Solutions LLC is a trusted local plumbing company in Barrington, NH that specializes in repair work. With more than 24 years of industry experience, we have the expertise required to complete almost any plumbing project. Plus, we provide exceptional customer service.\n Plumbing is My life blood. I love what We Do! Its a bonus to us being able To provide people in my community with A higher quality service that was lacking on the NH seacoast can. a couple ways we provide this high quality service are: By putting the customers and the plumbing First! Your satisfaction is our top priority, We are very flexible with our scheduling. We prefer to get on site as soon as humanly possible! to diagnose issue and schedule repair. As well as explaining when where and why said plumbing issue(s) occurred. we also try and provide more than one fix for our customers. Please Feel free to reach out to Us at SOS Plumbing Solutions anytime Day Or Night! .We look Forward to you Call!!\n

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+9

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Sanford, ME

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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