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Avatar for Integrity Plumbing & Drain Service
Integrity Plumbing & Drain Service
4.7(
11
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Serving Stanford, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Marlin is a very experience and very professional as well. He had top of the line equipment to clear our drain problem. Very personal, clean ,organize and his price is very very fair. I would hire him if I had any other issues or problems. Craig L."
Response time1 hour
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Green Arrow Plumbing
5.0(
39
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Serving Stanford, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rarely write reviews, but I had to take the time to recognize the incredible service I received from Green Arrow Plumbing. From start to finish, this was hands-down one of the best service experiences I’ve ever had! I originally called for a relatively simple job replacing a shower head but while they were here, I also mentioned a persistent issue with my main house drain being clogged. Without hesitation, they jumped into action and took care of both problems quickly, efficiently, and with zero mess left behind. They were punctual, professional, and friendly . They explained everything in simple terms, gave a fair and honest quote, and stuck to it. No upselling, no surprises just quality work done right the first time. If you need a reliable, honest, and highly skilled plumber I highly recommend Cornelio. I’ll definitely be calling them again for any future needs. Thank you for making what could have been a stressful situation completely stress free!"
Water Heaters Project
Plumbing Project
Plumbing Project
Plumbing Project
Drain replacement

+50

Response time9 hrs
Response rate90%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Plumbtree Plumbing and Rooter, Inc.
5.0(
22
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Serving Stanford, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We called Plumbtree Plumbing and Rooter to our mothers home to deal with a clogged kitchen drain. Josh arrived on time and put his shoe covers and mask on before entering our mothers home. Josh seemed to have all the equipment he would possibly need as our kitchen drain proved to be rater stubborn but after about a half hour of hard work he announced that the drain would work. Josh cleaned up after the work was done and sanitized all the surfaces that he had touched!! We will definitely be recommending Josh and Plumbtree Plumbing to our friends and family for their plumbing needs!"
Before and After of Garbage disposal replacement.
Root intrusions at failed connection
Plumbing Project
Water Service Repair
Roots cleaned out of main line

+26

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Plumbing & Rooter Service
5.0(
21
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Serving Stanford, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My toilet and bathroom Sink were clogged, i called them and within a hour they came and unclogged my main with their snake and then they cleaned the main using a machine called hydro jetter. Highly recommend their service "
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by9%of homeowners
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Jess Plumbing
5.0(
47
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Serving Stanford, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I noticed my water heater leaking late in the evening (Saturday night), and Sunday morning I reached out to Angie's List for a water heater replacement. I set my expectations that it probably wouldn't be attended to until the work week, but Jesus for Jess Plumbing responded within minutes. Checking with some of the big box stores, Jesus had extremely reasonable pricing that included the purchase of the water heater, labor for removing/installing, and hauling away the old one. After confirming pricing, he was at my home with the new water heater in hand within the hour. Once he arrived, he had a very warm and open attitude as he broke down all the steps that we'd be going through. he was very knowledgeable with the alternate methods of electric or tankless, and gave the pros/cons should I decide for an upgrade in the future. Throughout the install, I enjoyed our conversation very much and he didn't mind that I hung out in the garage while working on other projects. He moved with the intention that only comes with years of experience, deliberate and precise. When we had to shut off the water he communicated that ahead of time knowing that my family could possibly have a need to access it. Overall the whole process went incredibly smooth and would not hesitate to hire him again or to recommend him to a friend."
Plumbing Project
Plumbing Project
Plumbing Project /water main
Old gate valve/ doesn’t shut off water
Installed new Zoeller sewer tank lid

+178

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Major League Plumbing and Rooter
5.0(
13
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Serving Stanford, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Michael was extremely professional and experienced with his work. He knew right away the issue with the pipes, toilet was leaking badly. I had a new toilet in the garage, he installed it and made sure the leak was cleared. Highly recommend for plumbing or other issues."
Sewer Lateral Repair
Full House Repipe
Vanity Replacement
Demo work
Finished work

+29

Response time5 hrs
Response rate96%
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bailey Plumbing Inc
5.0(
11
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Serving Stanford, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have a springwell water filtration system. As I am not able to open the prefilter tank, I ask Bailey Plumbing for help. Chris Graves came to my house on time and fixed the problem in a few minutes. He also explained to me how to release the water pressure before opening the tank. All in all, Chris did a great job. I recommend him to everyone that needs their service."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Masterflush plumbing
5.0(
8
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Serving Stanford, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very professional, timely & cleaned up after themselves. Although the original quote they gave me $295-there were additional issues with the toilet so the final cost was $445.00"
Change shut off valve
Change shut off valve
Change shut off valve
Kitchen sink
Kitchen sink

+2

Response time3 hrs
Response rate85%
135 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Stanford, 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 Stanford, CA homeowners’ guide to drain clog or blockage clearings

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