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Drain clog or blockage clearers in San Francisco

Selvin Plumbing and Rooter

233 San Luis Avenue
4.67(
3
)
•Approved Pro

Selvin Plumbing and Rooter

233 San Luis Avenue
4.67(
3
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Welcome to Selvin Plumbing and Rooter! We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise that your home or business deserves. We offer competitive prices and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us today!

"Just average in pricing and service. Will recommend it, though."

Manuel d on July 2022

Welcome to Selvin Plumbing and Rooter! We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise that your home or business deserves. We offer competitive prices and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us today!

"Just average in pricing and service. Will recommend it, though."

Manuel d on July 2022

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In and Out Plumbing and Construction, Inc.

184 Harbor Way South
4.06(
350
)
•Approved Pro

In and Out Plumbing and Construction, Inc.

184 Harbor Way South
4.06(
350
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
27 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We offer a wide variety of services to meet all of your plumbing needs. We do complete finished work as well as rough plumbing. We have senior discounts. 24 hours a day/365 days a year service.

"Plumber was patient to answer my questions in detail so that I understood what and why. He treated me as an equal in his explanations. He is very easy to work with my project."

Brenda Y on August 2025

We offer a wide variety of services to meet all of your plumbing needs. We do complete finished work as well as rough plumbing. We have senior discounts. 24 hours a day/365 days a year service.

"Plumber was patient to answer my questions in detail so that I understood what and why. He treated me as an equal in his explanations. He is very easy to work with my project."

Brenda Y on August 2025

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Facilities Plumbing & Drain

PO Box 535
4.91(
44
)
•Approved Pro

Facilities Plumbing & Drain

PO Box 535
4.91(
44
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
50 local quotes requested

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Robert and his crew were great. They were able to replace my rusty old drain pipes that had developed a hole in one pipe and replace them. The drain system works great and I appreciate the hard work and effort in just finding the parts needed for my almost 100 year old plumbing and getting the replacement parts installed quickly so I could use water again. Thank You Robert and the Facilities and Plumbing Crew!"

Michael S on September 2024

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Robert and his crew were great. They were able to replace my rusty old drain pipes that had developed a hole in one pipe and replace them. The drain system works great and I appreciate the hard work and effort in just finding the parts needed for my almost 100 year old plumbing and getting the replacement parts installed quickly so I could use water again. Thank You Robert and the Facilities and Plumbing Crew!"

Michael S on September 2024

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Caribi Ready Fixes

165 Seway Ct
5.00(
5
)
•Approved Pro

Caribi Ready Fixes

165 Seway Ct
5.00(
5
)
•Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate
Emergency services offered

Caribi Ready Fixes is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Yes he completed the job and was very courteous and professional. I will use him in the future for other projects."

Danielle R on September 2025

Caribi Ready Fixes is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Yes he completed the job and was very courteous and professional. I will use him in the future for other projects."

Danielle R on September 2025

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Peter Levi Plumbing, Inc.

24 Digital Dr STE 1
4.89(
10
)
•Approved Pro

Peter Levi Plumbing, Inc.

24 Digital Dr STE 1
4.89(
10
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
25 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

We are a family-oriented company that has been committed to taking care of our team, customers and community since 1993. Our highly trained technicians are focused on providing the right options, to make sure you are focused on providing the right options, to make sure that you are 100% satisfied with every solution we deliver. Our goal is to give you peace of mind in knowing, that it comes to plumbing, heating and air needs - we'll always take care of it, because we are here to take care of you.

"Did an excellent job!"

Thomas W on August 2025

We are a family-oriented company that has been committed to taking care of our team, customers and community since 1993. Our highly trained technicians are focused on providing the right options, to make sure you are focused on providing the right options, to make sure that you are 100% satisfied with every solution we deliver. Our goal is to give you peace of mind in knowing, that it comes to plumbing, heating and air needs - we'll always take care of it, because we are here to take care of you.

"Did an excellent job!"

Thomas W on August 2025

They're Handy - Unlicensed Contractor

3271 Kempton Ave
5.00(
1
)
•Approved Pro

They're Handy - Unlicensed Contractor

3271 Kempton Ave
5.00(
1
)
•Approved Pro
21 local quotes requested
11 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are locally owned and operated. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Jesse has done hauling work for me several times for more than a decade. They also have done furniture assembly. They are strong, efficient, hardworking, cheerful, and as an extra bonus they have a great sense of humor! I highly recommend them!"

Amy R on July 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are locally owned and operated. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Jesse has done hauling work for me several times for more than a decade. They also have done furniture assembly. They are strong, efficient, hardworking, cheerful, and as an extra bonus they have a great sense of humor! I highly recommend them!"

Amy R on July 2025

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Steven Bailey Plumbing

PO Box 320326
5.00(
5
)
•Approved Pro

Steven Bailey Plumbing

PO Box 320326
5.00(
5
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
1 years of experience
Emergency services offered

An independently operated plumbing company dedicated to providing expert service, lasting solutions, and exceptional care

"Work was done professionally and timely with a great disposition. Great job!"

John H on August 2025

An independently operated plumbing company dedicated to providing expert service, lasting solutions, and exceptional care

"Work was done professionally and timely with a great disposition. Great job!"

John H on August 2025

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Discover Plumbing and Rooter, Inc.

1728 Ocean Avenue #245
4.96(
13
)
•Approved Pro

Discover Plumbing and Rooter, Inc.

1728 Ocean Avenue #245
4.96(
13
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
14 local quotes requested
8 years of experience

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"The technique was very professional and courteous and knew what was the problem and solved it. We are very happy with the gentleman"

Mary M on May 2024

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"The technique was very professional and courteous and knew what was the problem and solved it. We are very happy with the gentleman"

Mary M on May 2024

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Rudy’s Handyman Services - Unlicensed Contractor

50 53rd St
5.00(
3
)
•Approved Pro

Rudy’s Handyman Services - Unlicensed Contractor

50 53rd St
5.00(
3
)
•Approved Pro
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

23 Years worked in Remodeling I Know Gas Electric Plumbing Tiles Sheetrock Paint decks and Fence Repairs Appliances installation Water Heater installation and I Have My Preashure Washer machine we do Cleaning Homes Too I have a team For Cleaning !! Thanks

"100% correct "

Jesse F on August 2025

23 Years worked in Remodeling I Know Gas Electric Plumbing Tiles Sheetrock Paint decks and Fence Repairs Appliances installation Water Heater installation and I Have My Preashure Washer machine we do Cleaning Homes Too I have a team For Cleaning !! Thanks

"100% correct "

Jesse F on August 2025

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Plumbing & Rooter Service - Unlicensed Contractor

6748 MISSION ST SUITE 607
5.00(
9
)
•Approved Pro

Plumbing & Rooter Service - Unlicensed Contractor

6748 MISSION ST SUITE 607
5.00(
9
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

I’ve been in business since 2006 doing Plumbing & Rooter Service in San Francisco, Peninsula and all Bay Area, Residential & Commercial. FREE ESTIMATE, SAME DAY SERVICE 24/7 EMERGENCY 🚨 $25.00 or 10% DISCOUNT COUPON 🎟 Promotional Discount $100.00 Off Bradford White or Rheem Water heater replacement. Seniors, veterans, disability, singles pregnant/parent or guardian DISCOUNT. All Jobs are Guaranteed, Great Quality & Prices. Hablo español también !!!

"Replaced my toilet with a brand new one fast and efficiently, would recommend for any plumbing issues.10/10"

jonathan D B on May 2025

I’ve been in business since 2006 doing Plumbing & Rooter Service in San Francisco, Peninsula and all Bay Area, Residential & Commercial. FREE ESTIMATE, SAME DAY SERVICE 24/7 EMERGENCY 🚨 $25.00 or 10% DISCOUNT COUPON 🎟 Promotional Discount $100.00 Off Bradford White or Rheem Water heater replacement. Seniors, veterans, disability, singles pregnant/parent or guardian DISCOUNT. All Jobs are Guaranteed, Great Quality & Prices. Hablo español también !!!

"Replaced my toilet with a brand new one fast and efficiently, would recommend for any plumbing issues.10/10"

jonathan D B on May 2025

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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, CA homeowners’ guide to drain clog or blockage clearings

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