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Make it Drain Plumbing & Rooter
4.7(
108
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Serving Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ryan was perfectly on-time and was a plumbing scholar and a gentleman. We had a simple drain replacement under a new sink. Going to Western saved me at least another day of trying to figure out proper parts and doing the install myself, and it also saved my wife's ears from hearing my salty language."
Ruben installs a new drainage system under a customers home. Working in a crawl space is rough, but we do what is needed.
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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 Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The line connecting my washing machine and kitchen to the main line was blocked; with water back up in the sink and washing machine. After an unsuccessful attempt to snake the line from the outside access, it was suggested by another that the clog couldnâ t be cleared, pipe was â done,â and the solution was to reroute the pipe for about 12 K! I called GMC, hopeful they could clear the line. Geremi responded immediately, quoted a reasonable price to unclog the line, was friendly and knowledgeable, and gave it his all until the line was clear!! His camera showed water running through the line after it was cleared, and his recommendation was simply annual snaking for $75. I was literally almost resigned to a huge 12 K problem and canâ t express how grateful I am that Geremi didnâ t give up and succeeded at unclogging this drain, and that I was able to see with his camera that the pipe was not, in fact, done. There were no added charges for the extra time or new snake blades it took to cut through this clog and no expensive and unnecessary recommendations. I now have a trusted plumber for life."
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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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Alliance United Rooter & Plumbing Inc.
4.9(
117
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Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Javier at Alliance did s very good job clearing all the Area Drains around our entire rear yard ... down both sides of our home all the way to the street. We always had lots of standing water after a rain but now it drains just like it should. Javier was also a Real Gentleman."
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Spot repair

+64

Response time4 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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All Season Rooter And Plumbing, Inc.
4.8(
103
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Serving Santa Monica, 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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Mifkis Plumbing
4.8(
29
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Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an emergency for a clog at my home and Sena was quick to respond to my situation. Took care of the clog and knowledgeable in how I can prevent it from happening again. I was mostly proud in the respect he gave my home keeping it clean."
Repipe sink drain
Repipe sink drain
Repipe sink drain
Unclog the toilet
Unclog the toilet

+2

Response time2 hrs
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Escobar Plumbing
5.0(
13
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Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Yes he has fixed my shower valves by switching the cartridges. Also fixed my main water line that had a pinhole leak from the meter to the house shut off valve. I recommended him to my sister and he replaced her kitchen sink angle stops."
Jacuzzi faucet replaced
Jacuzzi faucet replaced
Jacuzzi faucet replaced
Bathtub thermostatic
Bathtub thermostatic

+6

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Harris Plumbing repairs 24/7
5.0(
5
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Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had a clogged drain that was causing a lot of frustration, and he did an excellent job fixing it. He arrived on time, quickly identified the problem, explained everything clearly, and resolved the clog efficiently. The service was professional, friendly, and reasonably priced. Everything is draining perfectly now. I highly recommend this plumber to anyone needing plumbing services."
Kitchen Faucet replacment
Tankless instalation.
Tankless instalation.
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Santa Monica, 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.

The Santa Monica, CA homeowners’ guide to drain clog or blockage clearings

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