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Keith The Plumber LLC
4.6(
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Serving Shelby, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Donnie arrived in a timely manner. He and his partner got straight to the problem. It was a really bad clog so it had to be snaked out. An old pipe was causing a leak and had to be replaced. All work was done clean and efficiently. I was also given suggestions on how to prevent the clog from happening in the future. Very satisfied with work. I highly recommend and would use again."
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+45

Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Keith The Plumber, LLC
4.4(
451
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Serving Shelby, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The plumber was professional & tried hard to resolve my problem but was unable to complete the job for me. However, he was able to resolve my mom's clogged drain. It was a bit expensive for no resolution for me because I still have to pay someone else to fix my problem. I appreciated that the company did give me a discount for the referral to my mom. I would recommend them."
Back Hoe Services
Drain Cleaning
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+38

Response time2 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Birmingham
4.4(
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Serving Shelby, AL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Sink drain leaking . Still a work in progress."
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Great customer service
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Clean and professional plumbers
Veteran owned business

+3

Response time10 mins
221 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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WKD Plumbing
5.0(
46
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Serving Shelby, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I had an outside faucet that started leaking. I was very tempted to try to fix it myself or even have one of my neighbors attempt it. After all, ;replacing washers should be easy! Right? However, since the faucet had probably been in place for 30 or more years and I have no working water shut off valve to the house, other than at the street, I was hesitant to let anyone but a professional try the repair. It did turn out only a professional could fix it. It was more than just a washer...the valve also needed replacing. The faucet was very old and that valve is no longer made, even the handle was brittle, frozen on the stem, and the shut off valve inside the house was frozen with age. I tried Angis. Literally within a few minutes I got a call from Kevin, owner of WKD. Shortly Kevin was at my house looking at the job. He gave me an estimate which was exactly what he charged - and the price was very reasonable for the work and time he spent here. He ended up having to cut out the old pipes in the basement, removed the old hose bib and installed a new hose bib with new pipes and fittings. I am pleased with the outcome. Kevin is very knowledgeable and personable. I am very happy to have used WKD Plumbing . I will be calling Kevin for all future plumbing needs. I highly recommend WKD Plumbing."
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Toilet Replace
Sink, faucet, soap dispenser, and disposal install
Response time5 hrs
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Shelby, AL

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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