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Avatar for Wilmar Edwin Bautista
Wilmar Edwin Bautista
4.9(
159
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Los Gatos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We hired Wilmar to fix a clogging issue in our new house. He was very fast to respond, very professional and tried to clearly explain what might be causing the problem. Very knowledgeable and great service. Would definitely hire them again."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate92%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Plumbtree Plumbing and Rooter, Inc.
Plumbtree Plumbing and Rooter, Inc.
5.0(
24
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Los Gatos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I want to say a big thank you to Plumbtree plumbing and rooter. I had a drain backup and called another plumbing company, who came out and cleared my drain, but 2 days later I was back to square one. Frustrated, to say the least. A friend of mine told me about plumbtree plumbing and rooter and their positive experience with them. So I called. I was impressed to say the least. When Josh, the plumbing technician came to the door, he was very friendly and very courteous. He only entered my home after putting on shoe covering to protect my floors. He assessed the situation and suggested that after he clears the drain that he should camera the line to find out why the backup reacurred. After clearing the drain he camera the line and found that I had a collapse mainline pipe. He was able to uncover the pipeline and repair it. Such a great relief to get to the bottom of my problem and have it repaired in 1 day. I definitely got what I paid for the first time around. Cheap is not always the way to go with plumbing issues. Plumbtree plumbing and rooter was well worth the money. Honest, friendly and caring. They went the extra mile for me. I would highly recommend these guys"
Before and After of Garbage disposal replacement.
Root intrusions at failed connection
Plumbing Project
Water Service Repair
Roots cleaned out of main line

+26

Recommended by72%of homeowners
Avatar for SWAGS Plumbing and Rooter
SWAGS Plumbing and Rooter
4.9(
15
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Los Gatos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"After talking to Jaime of SWAGS, I was made aware that it was not his company who did the plumbing work in my house, but anothe company. My apologies. Jaime was also kind enough to tell me that his company makes sure to be on the appointed time or if not, that their customers are reasonably informed of any delay. His company would have been my first choice since he told me he tried contacting me 3 times and did not get any call back from me. It must have been the day or days when I was having problems with the phone service. If only for his effort to reach out and that he was nice enough despite the mistake speaks greatly of professionalism I will definitely give his company a call the next time the need arises."
Clients Existing Water Heater
Existing Water Heater
In process photo
Corroded water pipes
Repaired water pipes

+7

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Aaron's Plumbing & Rooter
4.8(
103
)
Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Los Gatos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"William, the technician, is very thorough and willing to help. Aaron ,the owner, is extremely helpful and willing to make the overall experience positive. Both William and Aaron were always willing to answer further questions either by text or phone call."
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Sink Fixture Install
Bathroom Remodel
Kitchen faucet fixture repair
Shower Ugrade

+108

Response time6 hrs
Response rate93%
78 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Escamilla Plumbing and Rooter Inc.
5.0(
50
)
Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Los Gatos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Gustavo did an amazing job, from the initial inspection to the finished project. He also gave details on what he would be doing and what needed to be done. It turned out to be a beautiful bathroom sink remodel, would definitely recommend"
Plumbing Project
Electric Heat Pump Water Heater
Shower Valve
Shower Area Remodel
New Bidet

+167

Response time1 day
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Integrity Plumbing & Drain Service
4.8(
14
)
Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Los Gatos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Marlin is a very experience and very professional as well. He had top of the line equipment to clear our drain problem. Very personal, clean ,organize and his price is very very fair. I would hire him if I had any other issues or problems. Craig L."
Response time1 hour
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Los Gatos, CA

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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