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Avatar for Plumbing System Pros
Plumbing System Pros
4.8(
68
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"100% Plumbing Houston did a great job clearing a stubborn drain clog at my house. They showed up on time, were very professional, and had the problem fixed fast. The drain works perfectly now. I?d definitely call them again and highly recommend their service!"
Toilet Installation
Toilet Installation
Toilet Installation
Toilet Installation
Toilet Installation

+352

Response time6 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JD Precision Plumbing Services
4.6(
225
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"January 3rd, Attempted to chat online first with a representative. They were very responsive and able to answer my questions. Shortly after finishing the online chat, I received a call from their office to schedule the service. They were very accommodating of my schedule. The technicians arrived on time, were pleasant and knowledgeable, wore those plastic covers on their shoes. I needed the drains looked at in our upstairs bathroom but also asked them to take a look at the other bathroom, kitchen sink and backyard as I was noticing some stagnant water there. The Technicians were honest and up front - they diligently took care of the problem upstairs, told me everything else looked good elsewhere, showed me where grass had grown over the drainage from the back yard to the front, checked my water heater as a precaution. They were fair in their pricing and even offer a 5-year preventative maintenance plan that is extremely economical. I was absolutely happy with the service and would recommend JD Plumbing to anyone."
Sleek & Modern
Defined & Beautiful
New Upgraded Bathroom
High-End Bathroom Fixtures
Additional Photos

+29

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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bluefrog Plumbing + Drain of West Houston
4.7(
41
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"These guys were great. Friendly and very honest. I had a clogged sink that I tried snaking and draino to unclog myself. No luck, so I called Blue Frog to come out the next afternoon. Right after I called them the drain unclogged and drained!! I decided to let them come out anyway to do a diagnostic. A master plumber arrived, didn't find anything, and didn't even charge me for the trip."
Dual Water Heater Install
Tap at city main
New cleanout at city tap
Clean ditch for sewer replacement
Clean ditch for sewer replacement

+7

Response time30 mins
Response rate90%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Zoom Drain of Houston East
4.8(
27
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently used Zoom Drain for a plumbing issue, and I couldn’t be happier with their service. They were extremely prompt, arriving right on time and quickly assessing the problem. The team was friendly, professional, and very helpful, explaining everything clearly and making sure I understood the repairs. It’s rare to find a plumbing service that combines speed, expertise, and excellent customer care, I highly recommend Zoom Drain!"
Broken pipe
Fixed Pipe
Tech on field
Laundry before
Laundry after repair

+28

Response time20 mins
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Show Plumbing LLC
4.9(
110
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Janice was awesome! Excellent customer service, very informative, and prompt with all communication (phone, email, and even text). Chase came out to diagnose and walk me through all the options. He was great about listening to my needs and not trying to oversell me on anything. I asked about other plumbing items around the house (water filtration/softener and drain cleaning), and he showed and explained all those as well. He even drained my sprinkler system while he was there so it wouldn't freeze/break. Installation of the water heater was well done. They also had to go on the roof and attic to make sure the vent pipe was good to go."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Pipe Doctors
4.8(
27
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I called in a near panic with a leak in my kitchen ceiling. They were able to come out the next day. When they were in my ceilings, they discovered (and showed me) huge sections of my hot water horizontal lines that were all but rusted through. Not only did they replace the two leaking sections of cold water horizontals; but they replaced ALL of the horizontal cold water and the horizontal hot water pipes that were easily accessible (I wasn't willing to let them cut up the rest of my living room ceiling to get the four additional horizontal lines; but, they will be doing that for me at some point.) The plumber that came out was courteous and explained what he was doing. While the work was quoted for half a day, it took him almost eight hours, but they still only charged what they quoted. I have plans to reno three bathrooms and I WILL use Pipe Doctors. They're a bit more expensive, but absolutely worth it!"
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+6

Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Nick's Plumbing & Sewer Service, Inc.
4.6(
489
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Gilbert arrived timely. He explained his initial process to unclog the drain pipe and if that didnâ t work what the second approach would be. The clog did require the second approach. I was very satisfied with the outcome. Gilbert is a very courteous and attentive employee. I highly recommend nickâ s plumbing and specifically, Gilbert"
Sewer Repair
Under slab repair
Under slab repair
Under slab repair
Under slab repair

+1

23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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C&A PLUMBING & DRAIN SPECIALTY LLC
5.0(
14
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!\n

Sewer Tunnel
Response time3 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by46%of homeowners
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Team Enoch Plumbing Houston
4.8(
370
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Austin arrived on time and immediately knew exactly what to look for and cleared out a clogged line for us in no time. I couldn't get the clog myself with basic tools and knowledge so it was well worth getting professionals to solve the issue for me."
Water Heater X2
P-Trap
Garbage Disposal
Kitchen Sink & Faucet Install
284 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Houston, TX

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 Houston, TX homeowners’ guide to drain clog or blockage clearings

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