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Jeff's Drains
4.8(
359
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kyle was excellent. He cleared both the root problem I had in our main sewer as well as the blockage in our basement utility sink. The advice he shared with me was something I never heard before and Jeff's Drains will be the only Company I use for any future maintenance or issues."
Response time4 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Neighborhood Drains L.L.C
5.0(
43
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Doug contacted me in minutes after I listed clogged drain. He met me in an hour and told me his fee after inspecting the drain. He informed of the risk of damaging the lead pipe and said he would wave his fee in case of damage. He cleared the drain and suggested Replacing the vent cap He was personable and polite and charged a reasonable $265 for an hour and a half of service"
Clear in aisle
Drain cleaning
floor clean out
Main Drain
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Beacon Drain Service, LLC
5.0(
16
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Your company is outstanding and we are extremely happy. Our technician Garett was prompt and polite. He was very knowledgeable and explained things about our situation that we were totally unaware of. Potentially saving us time and money down the road. Garrett was attentive to our to our needs and was very careful of our pets as he was working. We would definitely use Beacon Drain Service again."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Milltown Plumbing, Heating, AC, Drain Cleaning & Electrical
4.4(
200
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1979

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Super punctual

"I had a pleasant experience with this company. Ari was very thorough and knowledgeable. He did an excellent job clearing a clog in the kitchen sink drain, locating the clog and providing possible solutions."
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17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Ladd Plumbing
4.5(
63
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"David Ladd is good. He worked efficiently and was a pleasure to work with, but I need to change my review. I wanted new kitchen faucets and for him to take out my garbage disposal. He installed the faucets and found that there was a defect in the faucet product, so he came back the very next day, with a new faucet product, took out the defected one and installed the new one. I am updating my review because since the time he has done the work a couple of months ago, I called him several times to fix the faucet in my bathtub, but he never returned my call. Then last Sunday, I called him because the piping that he did fix for me under my sink came apart from the drain and water was all over my kitchen floor. I called him to ask him to call me because I wanted him to fix it since he was the one that did the work in the first place, and I could not use my sink. To this day, a week later, David has never returned my call! I had to hire someone else to come and fix it and now I am spending more money to do something that he should have came back and taken care of in the first place. I am really disappointed in him because I thought he was nice and seemed to care about his work. I mean, even if he was busy, he could still at least give me the courtesy of a return phone call. I am so sorry but I feel that I have to change my rating due to this."
Duct intall in Garage
Water Heater Install
Sink install
Response time30 mins
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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BK Sewer & Drain Services
5.0(
6
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bright knows exactly what he's doing and how to fix a major plumbing issue. Very professional, prompt, has very clear communication, is hard working, very hard working, and personable. He has the proper equipment do diagnose and fix the problem in a timely manner. His knowledge of plumbing is also exemplary. It was a pleasure doing business with him and will hire him for future jobs. Thank you Bright!"
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Cambridge, MA

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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