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Ortega Plumbing & Rooter LLC
5.0(
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Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A long overdue review to Ortega Plumbing. The crew was punctual, professional, and most of all, the work speaks for itself. I found water coming in my crawl space. Ortega Plumbing provided the best bid out of three other contractors. They didn't try to talk me into buying services I didn't need. As a single woman, contractors have tried to take advantage. Not Ortega Plumbing. Then the torrential rains came, and I needed a minor change in one of the sump pump drains. I called Ortega, and they responded promptly and fixed the minor issue (which was my fault, not theirs). If I could give more than 5 stars I would. "
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Super Velazquez Handyman
New to Angi

Angi Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!

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Service 4 Plumbing
New to Angi

Angi Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n\n\nwww.service4plumbing.net

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Chandler's Plumbing
4.5(
641
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Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Promo, courteous. Assessed job and conferred with us set expectations regarding cost, time, impact on customer. Completed replacement of water heater in short time. Cleaned up work area, removed old heater and reviewed work done. Very pleasant, professional. Will absolutely call Chandlers Plumbing out for any future plumbing work! Highly recommend! PaulB"
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Amesos Plumbing Inc
5.0(
1
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Angi Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"So far so good. Snaking of kitchen sink with very old pipes. Hopefully snake did not poke pipes. Only time will tell. Keeping fingers crossed. They did a good job explaining and triple checked for leaks before they left. Of course they tried to upsell and gave us a metal trap they did not quote us upfront for. We would have chosen it over plastic, but price difference would need to be cleared upfront. That's the only negative. Otherwise, thus far we are very happy with the result. Thank you for coming on such short notice and on time! Super appreciated. 4.5-5 stars."
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Union City, 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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