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Sila Heating, Cooling and Plumbing
4.6(
2,119
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Angi Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They charged $98 to come give me an estimate for swapping our a shower valve cartridge, which was fine, but the pricing they provided was completely unreasonable, $1,000. They were unwilling to provide any detail for the price. I ended up buy the part myself for $30 and replaced it in 30 minutes."
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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R Plumber, LLC
4.7(
227
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Angi Approved

In business since 1998

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Rene and team replaced my 70 year old gas pipes when I discovered a leak. They were professional and the cost was competitive. Took care of permits and inspections."
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Kozan Construction, LLC
4.8(
28
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Angi Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"OK, so Mr. Frank was very professional. All his team was very professional, very polite. They were on time and they went far and beyond of what they were supposed to do and did not charge me more than what they said, so I am very very very satisfied with the work that Frank did, and I wanted to thank him team for being so wonderful and such a great People, we don’t get that anymore in America, but he definitely gave me that. And I’m so happy that I hired him. I had five different people that I got proposals from, and I called all of them multiple times to check on things. And definitely Frank. He definitely made this right. So if anybody needs a Plumber, that’s the guy needs to be hired once again. Thank you very much for all your services. And I recommend Frank to anyone that needs plumbing work done Thank You,"
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
5.0(
6
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Angi Approved

In business since 1935

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The technician, Marvin, could not have been more professional, knowledgeable and efficient. The main issue we wished to resolve was changing the shower. Marvin communicated the process involved, project pricing and returned on the second day with necessary parts to complete the job. The entire experience working with him was seamless and was a great way to start 2026!"
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Len The Plumber Heating & Air, LLC
4.1(
610
)

Angi Approved

In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

Customers say: Super punctual

"His knowledge and expertise was great. A previous plumber had installed a wrong fitting. Rudy was able to get it fixed and explain everything to me and my wife. He did a wonderful job."
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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DAY & NIGHT PLUMBER LLC
4.9(
85
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Angi Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very professional. They showed up on time and did a great job. I was working from home and they caused minimal noise and disruption."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Long Fence
3.9(
226
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In business since 1945

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Initial rep was great and informative. Felt comfortable with initial sale. Hardly had any contact from customer service except for the payments. There were several delays that we were not informed about unless we called to ask. Took 7 months before they showed up to begin project. Only 1 person was sent to build steps. Took a week. Hard worked, hardly took a break. Had to call again to see when they would come to pour patio. Never knew when they were coming, they just showed up. Hardly spoke with the homeowners. Inspection paperwork was just left on porch. Additional paperwork that is "required by the County" had to be completed by homeowner and taken to Court house to be notarized and filed and also provide a copy back to Long Fence. Time sensitive materials which added to homeowners to-do list. Gave this contract to LF on the surface of their history and appearance of a 'good local company' but should have stayed with original contactors in VA. Puddle of water forms when it rains"
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Washington DC, DC

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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