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Avatar for Drains, Inc.
Drains, Inc.
5.0(
46
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Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have had a problem with our main building drain line clogging once a year, every year, since we purchased our home 14 years ago. We had it cleared around Thanksgiving of 2022 and it was again blocked only 2 months later. Fed up, I wanted to understand what the exact problem was, and proceed with fixing it. Tim and I spoke at length and therein I explained the history behind the issue (including experience from rodding the line myself on previous occasions). Tim explained what he thought the problem might be, based on his experience, and discussed various options including firm costs (not the "well, it will cost somewhere between $5 and $50,000" BS). We talked for about 30 minutes whereas conversations with other plumbers usually lasted all of 3 minutes wherein they explained how much it would cost, how they expected to be paid, and when they could come out. Tim showed up promptly at the agreed-upon time with Pedro and the two of them went to work. Without going into details, those two spent approximately 4.5 hours working my issue during which time they mechanically rodded the line 5-6 times, ran a camera into the pipe following each rodding, and then hydro-jetted it twice (might have been three times and they inspected the line using the camera after each hydro-jetting as well). I paid extra for the hyrdo-jet but I knew that they would probably need to resort to this following our phone call and again, I understood going into it exactly what the cost would be. These guys really busted their tails (other plumbers were typically in and out in an hour or less) and from what I could actually see via the camera, Tim and Pedro appeared to fix the problem once and for all. I spent a lot of time with them (as an engineer, I am curious by nature) and I felt like there were times when they could have said "Yeah, good enough" but they would talk and say "yeah, we should really do [this] again." In summary, Tim and Pedro were very professional, VERY hard-working, and extremely thorough, and I received a service that I feel was far in excess of that provided by anyone previously. Tim is the only person that I will call in the future should I need this service again (but I doubt it!). Finally, there were not surprise or escalated costs. Fantastic experience! Thanks Tim and Pedro!"
Drain Cleaning
Sewer Cleaning
A+ BBB
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Drains Inc.
4.9(
32
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Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went fantastic. Drain's Inc responded to my call and were at my residence in a very timely fashion.. They preceeded to rod and unclog the drain. It now looks like a cyclone of water decending down the drain. I would highly recommend Drain's Inc for you plumbing needs. They very were very informative(letting me know what the plan was in unclogging the drain), they were courteous and respectful of my k8tchen and property thanks for the awesome service, Drain's Inc"
Sewer Repairs/Replace
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+20

Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Chicago Sewer Experts
4.6(
244
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Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fast and highly efficient service. Joe cleared a clogged bathroom sink drain with air pressure ? zero mess and no pipes removed. Cool process. Well done!"
Finance
Cleanout
Cleanout
Cleanout
Cleanout

+3

Response time5 hrs
Response rate88%
97 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Flo-Maxx Sewer & Plumbing, Inc.
4.9(
38
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Serving Des Plaines, 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 rate93%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A-1 Patrick's Sewer & Pipe Services
4.6(
183
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Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Week before last we thought we had a clogged toilet.. It was apparently the main sewer line. We called a commercial franchise plumber out and $550 later we thought everything was fixed. This was on a Thursday. By the following Monday we were experiencing the same thing. We call them back out because it was a 6 month warranty. They diagnosed the issue stating we needed to get the main sewer line ( about 1-3 feet) replaced and they would need to dig a huge hole in the basement and etc.. Estimate was more than a small car. I called around to a few other companies and got more expensive quotes. I called A1 Patrick's Plumbing & Sewer Services - Plumbing Contractor & Plumbing Installation and he came out the same night ( last tuesday) and gave me a resonable quote for the same services. When I tell you I am so glad I called this man. My house is 70 years old and my family has lived here for 26 years. This sewer line was CLOGGED... his team dug the hole, replaced the pipes, cleaned them out and discovered tree roots and 4 feet of stuff that shall not be named. He & his team installed a cleanout in case this happened again we wouldn't have an issue getting it cleaned. This company hands down had excellent service and the owner was respectful, nice and delivered what he promised plus a 10 year warranty ."
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+1

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Loga Plumbing Inc
5.0(
12
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Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently hired Loga Plumbing Inc. to fix a severely clogged bathtub, and I couldn’t be happier with the service. The plumber arrived promptly, diagnosed the issue quickly, and had everything running smoothly in no time. He was professional, courteous, and clearly experienced. What really stood out was his honesty and willingness to explain the process—no upselling, no drama, just solid workmanship. I’ll definitely be calling him again for future plumbing needs. Highly recommend!"
Water Heater Replacement
Water Heater Replacement
Water Heater Replacement
Water Heater Replacement
Water Heater Replacement

+25

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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All Affordable Plumbing Inc
4.9(
165
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Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Had to hire a second plumber to fix what the other one couldn’t. Ben came out to our house and did a fantastic job diagnosing the actual problem. He was very professional and had a lot of knowledge about plumbing even giving out tips. Fixed the main issue with the clog that I had, Ben is the man!"
Pipe was completely packed! Drain cleaning was not going to do the  job here!
Master Bath - Chicago
Geberit wall mounted toilet carrier installed. Wall mounted faucet installed. Hall Bath.
You can see the crud inside the pipe accumulated over 60+ years!
Old Broken Clay pipe just outside the foundation wall.

+41

Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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J&D Plumbing
5.0(
50
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Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Daniel was professional, great customer service and personable. Excellent job clearing a clogged sewer drain and cleared a slow drain in the bathroom! Made sure to clean up before leaving our home. Quick to respond and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend I will definitely use him again."
Before
Finished product
Zoeller sump pump
Toto toilet rebuilt
New ball valves

+9

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Illinois Sewer And Drain Inc
4.8(
13
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Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"EXCELLENT! The pipe clogged on a SUNDAY AFTERNOON, of course. Water was leaking into our basement! I started looking for someone with 24 hour service, and no one could come out. Then I got a call from IL Sewer and Drain. Joe said he could be out in about an hour, it was already after 4:30 pm. He came out, and was able to unclog our pipe! But upon inspection, the pipe needed to be replaced. He was able to schedule it for the next morning! The work took a few hours, but was all finished and cleaned up! I would not hesitate to hire them again or give them an outstanding reference."
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+23

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J&S Plumbing, Inc.
4.7(
813
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Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was my first experience with J&S Plumbing, and I was very pleased. The outside discharge pipe from my basement sump pump had developed a leak and was flooding my yard. Despite the fact that the ground was saturated, they were able to dig down, find the leak, repair it, and then did a great job putting back all the mud and grass so that it is level. I will definitely call them the next time I need a plumber."
Response time10 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Des Plaines, 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.

The Des Plaines, IL homeowners’ guide to drain clog or blockage clearings

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