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Avatar for Moor Plumbing Solutions, Inc.
Moor Plumbing Solutions, Inc.
5.0(
22
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Serving Newark, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I had a sewer back up that needed immediate attention and Felipe with Moor Plumbing Solutions was able to come within a couple hours to fix the problem. He was friendly, knowledgeable, provided a fair estimate on the phone. When he snaked the sewer line, he also took the the time to put a camera down the pipe and show me the tree roots that were the issue. He gave me a few options for a short term & long term solution. In addition to this he snaked my kids upstairs bathroom sink that had been clogged. Good attention to detail and someone I would definitely hire anytime you need plumbing help."
Response time9 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Drain Raider Plumbing
5.0(
13
)

Serving Newark, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Adam is amazing. He came by same day and handled business. He is very knowledgeable about plumbing and it shows. He helped educate me on the health of my pipe systems and encouraged me to move forward with high pressure snaking which cleared out the obstructions and got our plumbing back. So grateful to have been helped by Adam!"
Drains replacement
Drains replacement
Drains replacement
Drains replacement
Drains replacement

+6

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Plumbtree Plumbing and Rooter, Inc.
5.0(
24
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Serving Newark, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We called Plumbtree Plumbing and Rooter to our mothers home to deal with a clogged kitchen drain. Josh arrived on time and put his shoe covers and mask on before entering our mothers home. Josh seemed to have all the equipment he would possibly need as our kitchen drain proved to be rater stubborn but after about a half hour of hard work he announced that the drain would work. Josh cleaned up after the work was done and sanitized all the surfaces that he had touched!! We will definitely be recommending Josh and Plumbtree Plumbing to our friends and family for their plumbing needs!"
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
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Masterflush plumbing
5.0(
16
)

Serving Newark, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent. I had an outdoor water pipe leaking. I simply wanted the pipe cut and capped. They did exactly as requested. Done is less than 20 minutes. Very reasonable price. Definitely would use them again."
Change shut off valve
Change shut off valve
Change shut off valve
Kitchen sink
Kitchen sink

+2

Response time3 hrs
Response rate86%
140 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jess Plumbing
4.9(
49
)

Serving Newark, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I noticed my water heater leaking late in the evening (Saturday night), and Sunday morning I reached out to Angie's List for a water heater replacement. I set my expectations that it probably wouldn't be attended to until the work week, but Jesus for Jess Plumbing responded within minutes. Checking with some of the big box stores, Jesus had extremely reasonable pricing that included the purchase of the water heater, labor for removing/installing, and hauling away the old one. After confirming pricing, he was at my home with the new water heater in hand within the hour. Once he arrived, he had a very warm and open attitude as he broke down all the steps that we'd be going through. he was very knowledgeable with the alternate methods of electric or tankless, and gave the pros/cons should I decide for an upgrade in the future. Throughout the install, I enjoyed our conversation very much and he didn't mind that I hung out in the garage while working on other projects. He moved with the intention that only comes with years of experience, deliberate and precise. When we had to shut off the water he communicated that ahead of time knowing that my family could possibly have a need to access it. Overall the whole process went incredibly smooth and would not hesitate to hire him again or to recommend him to a friend."
Plumbing Project
Plumbing Project
Plumbing Project /water main
Old gate valve/ doesn’t shut off water
Installed new Zoeller sewer tank lid

+178

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Avalos Plumbing & Drain Cleaning
5.0(
6
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Serving Newark, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Rafael is our go-to plumber, and has completed a number of repairs at our apartment. He's very responsive and a great communicator. I would recommend him for any plumbing projects."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JVM Master Plumbing, Inc.
5.0(
14
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Serving Newark, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Lalo and his team did a great job! Aaron came first and I showed him one leak near my water heater and he went directly to Home Depot and immediately fixed that problem- just as a good faith measure. Then Lalo came and the two of them talked with me about what needed to be done with several options. They gave me an estimate and I said yes. Within an hour we had three of his team working on opening up access to the areas that needed work and procuring materials. I tried to keep ahead of them moving furniture and garage stuff out of the way ( they would have done this if I hadn?t been available to do it). While they were here my wife decided she wanted some fixtures replaced and they discovered some other drain leaks and slow drains. He and his team took care of everything and would have done more if requested. Polite and helpful. They tore into the walls and ceiling to get access and they patched up and painted so you wouldn?t know anything had been done. Would I use JVM again? YES"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate87%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Newark, 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.

The Newark, CA homeowners’ guide to drain clog or blockage clearings

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