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Dun Rite Drain Cleaning
4.6(
391
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Serving Wheaton, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sterling was a great technician he worked extremely hard to clear my toilet drain. They really take pride in there work at this company and completely explained me the process and everything that was involved. I had roots clogging my toilet drain and Sterling was able to locate and remove the root issue and provide me with video evidence of just how clean the drain now is after the service. Very happy with the service provided."
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Response time10 mins
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Remedy Plumbing & Drain Cleaning, LLC
4.7(
731
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Serving Wheaton, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Paid $304 for my clogged drain to be snaked out. The original quote was **$375.00**, but when I asked for Disable Veteran/Senior Citizen discount, the response was, **$375 is your discounted price... we usually charge $450, but we will give it to you for $304** Total time involved: less than 45 minutes. Very efficient, but also very expensive for a retired pensioner. Remedy is a small family owned company and employee was polite, but when they saw how big and nice my home is, they jacked up the price as high as possible, something I have encountered many times before."
Response time1 day
52 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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DAY & NIGHT PLUMBER LLC
4.8(
90
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Serving Wheaton, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great service from this company. Arrived on time, super clear and thoughtful, quoted me the price for enough demo to identify the leak source. It was difficult to figure out but he stuck with it until we found it, and it's not a plumbing problem so their work ended there. I would definitely hire again, and appreciated that they were able to come within a few hours"
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Drain Pro Services
4.9(
215
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Serving Wheaton, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Patrick showed up on time. Put clean "booties" on his feet. I had a few issues, and didn't know how he was going to quote my issues: 1) clogged bathroom sinks, mysterious water on floor on lower level 2) water pressure. Cut to the chase. He suggested I use a product for the clog; found the water issue, (a/c condensation drain clogged, and need new faucet. He could have quoted 3 different and large sum amounts. he didn't. His integrity was paramount. He showed me everything he was looking at and doing. I was involved in the process understanding WHAT and WHY he did the things that needed to be done or did. The cost was reasonable and fair. HE IS MY PLUMBER!"
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Joseph plumbing & drain
4.9(
152
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Serving Wheaton, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kap from Joseph Plumbing and Drain was great. I requested a quote Saturday morning and they came out within a few hours. We scheduled the work for Friday and they arrived on time, were friendly and professional, and did excellent work installing my new main water shut-off valve. Highly recommend."
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Remedy Plumbing and Drain Cleaning
4.8(
70
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Serving Wheaton, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service. The technician (I am blanking on his name) was very professional. He looked at the issue (clogged drain), gave me a couple of options, we chose one, he proceeded with unclogging the drain and voila, no more issue. Thank you!"
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Wheaton, MD

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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