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Avatar for Flo-Maxx Sewer & Plumbing, Inc.
Flo-Maxx Sewer & Plumbing, Inc.
4.8(
43
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Wilmington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had a really bad shower and toilet clog so I decided to contact flo-maxx and they sent 2 professionals, Garret and Raymond to do the job but I wasn’t sure if they would be able to clear the drain, they definitely cleared it super quick and also cleaned my floor afterwards. They finally left but there was a small leak from the toilet water line and I called them and they came back again to check it and fix it, no big deal they did great! 10/10"
routine maintenance
 camera inspection.
sewer repair
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Goodfellas Sewer and Drain Specialist
4.8(
58
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Wilmington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"After having another company come out twice and leaving me with the same problem. Goodfellas Sewer and Drain Specialist Came in and didn't waste anytime assessing the problem. While educating me on what to do and what not to do. Cleaned up the work area while leaving me totally satisfied . Thank you for doing a great job and respecting my home."
Plumbing
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Recommended by66%of homeowners
Avatar for Able Sewerage Company
Able Sewerage Company
4.8(
41
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Wilmington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1957

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I called Wed. night and they said they could have 2 people here the next morning. I had to request that they wait until Friday morning. I had tried to rout out the drain from the bathtub. They arrived and cleared the drain quickly after removing a sink. They noted a leak under the sink and fixed that, too."
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+8

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Perma-Seal Basement Systems
Perma-Seal Basement Systems
4.4(
1,519
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Wilmington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Well. I have a sewer backup system that Permaseal installed in 2012. Never had a problem with it and it solved my sewer backup problem. I am supposed to have it inspected annually. I skipped a few years by laziness. They inspected this year. All was in order. They did however recommend that I replace a pump that is beyond its expected useful life and also batteries that are beyond their life. Those will be done in September or October. At same time I asked them to look at a floor drain in an unfinished portion of my basement. Water had come up. They diagnosed that my kitchen sink was backing up into the floor drain and fixed the problem by rodding the pipe under the floor drain. They were prompt and efficient. I also arranged to prepay for 5 years of servicing."
Thermal imaging
Blower door test
Old insulation removal
New blown insulation
Perma-Seal Attic Insulation

+48

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
55 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for R.A. Mechanical, Inc.
R.A. Mechanical, Inc.
4.7(
347
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Wilmington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Called within an hour or two. Estimated the job from a picture over the phone. Came first thing the next morning. Estimated a 45min job, and Kevin completed in 25 minutes. He was efficient, knowledgeable, pleasant and professional. Very satisfied."
Misc
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+63

Response time5 hrs
450 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning
Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning
4.3(
3,288
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Wilmington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Repair guy was nice and did good work. Was not told ahead of time that I would need to pay 408 dollars for essentially hooking up a wet vac to the end of a pipe and turning it on for thirty seconds Expected to pay $200 Actual payment was $493 Line codes from the invoice S-Service Call $85.00 S-Blow Out Condensate Drain $408.00 DESCRIPTION OF WORK / RECOMMENDATIONS from vendor Condensate pvc drain clogged with sludge & slime. Cleared condensate drain with nitrogen & vacuum. Unit draining properly after repair. 0ppm co reading. No gas leaks found. Customer recently had a cc completed. All ok at departure. Recommendation is that if you need this service performed is to get a quote in writing from the vendor ahead of time or just get a shop vac and do it yourself. Will not recommend although would like to hear vendor response as to how this poor customer experience could work better. (UPDATE): The Vendor has reached out to try and mitigate the cost and is much appreciated."
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Response time9 hrs
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Wilmington, IL

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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