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Albano's Plumbing & Drain
4.8(
48
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Serving South Gate, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Albano's responded quickly to my plumbing emergency. They replaced my water heater and cleared a drain stoppage in a timely manner. They are fair in pricing, I would recommend them to anyone looking for a fast and reliable plumber."
Keith
Lucas
Roberto
Shower Before
Shower After

+7

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Make it Drain Plumbing & Rooter
4.7(
108
)

Serving South Gate, 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

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Alliance United Rooter & Plumbing Inc.
4.9(
117
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Serving South Gate, 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."
Sewer
Sewer
Sewer
Sewer
Spot repair

+64

Response time4 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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His Hands Plumbing Services
5.0(
16
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Serving South Gate, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had ongoing drainage problems at our house in Huntington Beach and His Hands came through. Zach showed up on time, explained what was actually wrong, and fixed it without upselling or cutting corners. The work was clean, solid, and clearly done by someone who knows what they’re doing. The drainage has worked properly since. Straightforward, honest service."
Sewer line repair
Sewer line repair
Sewer line repair
Sewer line repair
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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So-Cal 1 Plumbing & Rooter
5.0(
38
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Serving South Gate, 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%
Recommended by19%of homeowners
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Clear All Rooter Plumbing
4.4(
461
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Serving South Gate, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very fast and had top of the line equipment but I feel like they overcharged me. They even did some upgrades on the sewer main. They were fast , efficient and used best equipment for the job. They put a big improvement by adding sewer line access intake pipes (2) so that you can now clear out sewer Clogs from the back yard intake access pipes without running a snake from inside the bathroom. They did a hydro jet clear out which was expensive but did eliminate the roots which were entangled in the main sewer drain line. That said they did charge very expensive for the job as it was financed thru Syncrony Bank and they did charge it to the max. I should have gotten a senior discount but did not ask as it was emergency rush job which had to be done fast. I Tried to have advanced mechancial do the job first as they are my preferred plumbers and are very reasonable but they declined to do job because they did not want to go up on roof. Then I called clearall."
New Gas line
Trench
Metter connection
New earth Quake shut off Valve
New trench less  pipe

+92

Response time4 hrs
Response rate85%
253 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rooters Plumbing Co.
4.8(
44
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Serving South Gate, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I received a call back within minutes of my request for a quote and Kevin came out immediately. He was professional and personable and had my drain cleared quickly, despite it being a tricky clog to get to. My bill was exactly what he quoted and I will absolutely use them again."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate90%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in South Gate, 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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