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Jeff's Drains
4.9(
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Jeff's Drains at 7:00am and he said he would have someone there at 9:00. Kyle showed up exactly at 9:00 and was able to clear the clogged drain within about an hour. Would definitely hire again."
Response time4 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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S&S Piping and Heat LLC
5.0(
54
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very happy with the work done. We had an issue with noisy heating pipes that many other plumbers either would not be able to diagnose correctly or refuse to work on it at all. Neo pinpointed the root cause right away and found a solution that fixed it! It was also just a pleasure to work with him. I found him highly competent, professional, honest and reliable. Highly recommend."
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Metro Construction Design
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Metro Construction Design

+53

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Heavy Doody Plumbing & Heating
4.9(
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Heavy Doody did a wonderful job installing our new shower valve and were very knowledgable about the most cost effective solution. We highly recommend them!"
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+26

Response time4 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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BK Sewer & Drain Services
5.0(
6
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride ourselves on reliability, communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade. We look forward to earning your business! Please call 978-941 5561\nFor all drain and sewer services

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Gotme Under Pressure ?, LLC
4.5(
581
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike did a great job helping me with a difficult to diagnose root cause of a clogged basement floor drain. His expert troubleshooting skills saved me time and associated frustration, ultimately saving me money. Thank you Mike."
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Spencer Home Services
5.0(
21
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Peter and Sheila were always available, helpful, and pleasant during our recent connection to Nahant's town sewer lines. They provided prompt, precise service that we are thankful for. We would recommend them without hesitation."
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+9

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Drain Shooter SS, LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was cleared within a half hour. The technician was extremely polite and he left everything as neatly as he found it. The price was excellent and he worked quickly. In the past when I had plumbing work done it always ended up more than I thought and there was alway a lot of cleaning up to do after they left. I was afraid to call anyone I felt plumbers were so hard to get to come to you house and you were at their disposal . Right from the start the main office was very responsive they offered to send someone the same day I chlose to have them come the next morning. The technician called before coming and showed up on time. He was very polite identified the problem and work extremely quickly and cleanly leaving everything very neat. After this experience I will never dread calling a plumber. I am definitely added this company to my phone to call for emergency plumbing The price I paid was $235.00 much better than I exspected"
Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
4.5(
5,208
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Seemed pretty inexperienced (although not sure that is unique these days given staffing shortages). Didn’t really understand the ask about the bathtub drain being clogged. Did correctly fix the shower issue, but when they replaced the fixture they didn’t screw it in all the way so the next few showers let a lot of water into the wall until we realized and fixed. Overall did the job and came in reasonable time but seemed to be very new to the job."
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Response time2 days
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Melrose, 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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