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Allen's Kitchen - Bath & Home Services
4.6(
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Allen was the ONLY one that called me the same day I submitted my request. He was VERY polite, on time, efficient and had great recommendations on how to improve something and or save money going forward. Would definitely hire him again AND recommend him to others!"
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Do It Right Plumbing Inc
4.6(
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Brian was able to clear the drain in about 45 minutes, it was a stubborn clog. He was very nice and professional, I will hire again in the future if I need any more work done. Thanks a lot!"
Response time8 hrs
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Afford-A-Rooter
4.9(
87
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jared was awesome. From the initial phone call through the end of the job he was very professional and courteous. Assessed the problem, took the time to explain to me exactly what he planned on doing, and went over the possible outcomes (good and bad). Got right to work and had the drain clear in no time. 5 star experience all the way around and would absolutely recommend him to anyone who needs a plumber. Hopefully I won’t need a plumber again any time soon, but I know who I’ll call if I do."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Clean Slate Septic
4.5(
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I scheduled an appointment for a Wednesday on a Monday morning. I called to confirm details and was pleasently surprised when they were able to come that Monday afternoon due to a weather related resecheduling of a job. I received a text when they were on route and they arrived on time. They quickly accessed the situation and correctly identified the cause and location of the clogged drain. The Warrens, a father and son run business, were a pleasure to work with. Their communication throughout the incident was excellent. If fact I wil be using their service on additional plumbing work in the near furture."
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Royal Plumbing & Heating Services
4.7(
174
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Dave called me last night and we set up a time to get an estimate in the morning. He gave me a great price, spent nearly all day here, did an excellent job and went beyond what we discussed. A+ service! Removed old clogged and corroded metal drain pipes, snaked the main drain, installed and secured new PVC pipes, vent and service connection for washer drain, installed new PVC pipe under the bathroom sink, and cleaned up the work area nicely. Very professional and accommodating, at an excellent price."
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Response time8 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Greater Syracuse
4.2(
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"After discovering on a recent Sunday morning that we had a clogged toilet, and after trying everything we knew how to do ourselves, we searched for plumbers on Home Advisor. Mr. Rooter responded immediately to our inquiry and sent a young man out right away. He snaked the pipes all the way to the street and solved our problem for now. I can't remember the young man's name, but he was very professional, respectful of our home and explained everything to us along the way. He pulled the toilet and sent a camera down to check if the pipes had shifted and found a lot of buildup on the sides of the pipes and thought that the pipes had shifted a little. We opted to do nothing more at this time until (if and when) we have a problem in the future. I thought the charges were reasonable for the time spent and the work done, and would recommend Mr. Rooter to anyone looking for a plumber."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Syracuse, NY

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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