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Jeff's Drains
4.9(
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Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeff's Drains was great. Answered all my questions over the phone, was upfront on pricing and was able to set an appointment without issues. He understood I was calling around for pricing and was not pushy. We booked him for a camera inspection for a new house we are buying and he gave us a time-frame he would arrive and stuck to it. He located an blockage and was able to clear the blockage for us without issue and then continue with the inspection. He was neat, professional and local! We highly recommend his services!"
Response time4 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Beacon Drain Service, LLC
5.0(
15
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Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Your company is outstanding and we are extremely happy. Our technician Garett was prompt and polite. He was very knowledgeable and explained things about our situation that we were totally unaware of. Potentially saving us time and money down the road. Garrett was attentive to our to our needs and was very careful of our pets as he was working. We would definitely use Beacon Drain Service again."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Heavy Doody Plumbing & Heating
4.9(
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Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Heavy Doody did a wonderful job installing our new shower valve and were very knowledgable about the most cost effective solution. We highly recommend them!"
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Response time4 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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BK Sewer & Drain Services
5.0(
6
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Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride ourselves on reliability, communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade. We look forward to earning your business! Please call 978-941 5561\nFor all drain and sewer services

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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H L Bowman
4.7(
387
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Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had plumbing leaks in a couple of places, but the men that did the work went above and beyond by replacing every component involved top to bottom to ensure there would be no leaks for a long time to come. Very satisfied with the quality of work as well as how quickly it was done."
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375 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
4.5(
5,208
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Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job was fairly straightforward and I had already procured the sink and most of the additional supplies but the job required some replumbing of both the water supply and drain. The master plumber worked efficiently and professionally and the job was completed in a few hours. The cost was determined from a standard table in a notebook but does not take into account the complexity of the job or whether materials are supplied by owner. Since I supplied most of the materials (plumber supplied valves and pipe and drain fittings) the price seemed rather high for around 3 hours work. However, I've had no professional plumbing work done recently and thus have nothing to compare it to. The plumber was very pleasant and professional and the work of high quality. I have no other complaints."
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Response time2 days
62 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Drain Shooter SS, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was cleared within a half hour. The technician was extremely polite and he left everything as neatly as he found it. The price was excellent and he worked quickly. In the past when I had plumbing work done it always ended up more than I thought and there was alway a lot of cleaning up to do after they left. I was afraid to call anyone I felt plumbers were so hard to get to come to you house and you were at their disposal . Right from the start the main office was very responsive they offered to send someone the same day I chlose to have them come the next morning. The technician called before coming and showed up on time. He was very polite identified the problem and work extremely quickly and cleanly leaving everything very neat. After this experience I will never dread calling a plumber. I am definitely added this company to my phone to call for emergency plumbing The price I paid was $235.00 much better than I exspected"
Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Mac Home Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

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Response time8 hrs
Recommended by30%of homeowners
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Somerville, MA

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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