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Facilities Plumbing & Drain
4.9(
45
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"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!"
Starbucks 100-Gal Waterheater
Sediments inside supply line
3M 100,000-Gal
dual 3m filter install
3M 100,000-Gal

+44

Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
58 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DRAIN RIGHT PLUMBING & ROOTER INC
5.0(
18
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"**Robert was very calm, cool, and collected!!!! I got a call from my tenant at about 1p on a Sunday afternoon, that her kitchen ceiling was leaking water. I suspected there was a plumbing issue right away, and I reached out to Robert. Instantly, Robert said he would go take a look after he completed his job across town. Heroically, Robert made it there in about 30 mins and discovered the issue was a clogged pipe, and used all his tools in his belt to help me clear the clogged drain issue. Long story short -- he fixed everything before 3p 😮😮😮 Thank you Robert!! You are the man!! I will call you without hesitation moving forward!!! "
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After
Water heater
Descaling tankless water heater
Toilet replacements

+21

Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FDL PLUMBING INC
5.0(
56
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Customers say: True professional

"I was extremely impressed with Francisco from FDL Plumbing. He was able to come out within a couple hours and fixed the clogged sink and repaired a damaged pipe connector within an hour. I will definitely use them again for any future plumbing needs."
Neutralizer
cleared orifice.
New Home in Morga CA
Kitchen sink Faucet Replacement
Bathroom/Sink repair

+20

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Plumbing & Rooter Service
5.0(
21
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My toilet and bathroom Sink were clogged, i called them and within a hour they came and unclogged my main with their snake and then they cleaned the main using a machine called hydro jetter. Highly recommend their service "
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by9%of homeowners
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Kenneth Asire Plumbing
4.9(
258
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Kenneth was an expert! He offered me choices in the approach to be used to have my drain cleared out, in an effort to be sensitive to the costs involved. Job well done, much appreciated, and will call him back to perform other, non-emergency, work in the future."
Response time1 day
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
4.5(
686
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1981

Warranties offered

Customers say: Super punctual

"Can not imagine a better response, starting with my call for assistance, response time and how the technician, Tad methodically diagnosed the problem. We have an obscure kitchen fixture that required service in Feb 2019. Under warranty the problem was easily diagnosed by me, a problem possibly caused by me and a replacement part sent and installed by Albert Nahman team. Problem: I broke the faucet cartridge. Current Problem: restricted hot water flow in this kitchen sink only. Turns out the new cartridge part is now malfunctioning. I called and Tad arrived taking a step by step approach ruling out possible causes: a clog here or there, build up of sediment, or blockage in the lines or cartridge. The company that sells the product got on the phone with Tad and they collaborated on the problem and the tech person gave Tad one more thing to try. After the collaboration it is agreed, problem persisted and therefore that new cartridge part is now malfunctioning and will be shipped free of charge in two days. Thanks to all, who made this possible and I trust we will have Tad here again soon to finalize this fix. BTW, cost of service was less than expected given going rates for such a call lasting in excess of one hour. Another comment, spending time with Tad during the repair was a pleasure to have him explain, collaborate, listen and just chat. Questions on who to call next time, no question who I will call next time. I have read criticism of costs: In the Berkeley area "How much does it cost to hire a plumber? Some plumbers have a minimum fee for a service call. They might charge anywhere from $175-250 to come out and give you a consultation. Plumbers may give you a general service rate of $128-148 per hour when there are a lot of unknowns about a project and they aren't sure how long it will take. Some charge a flat rate for their plumbing services. For example, you may get charged $175 for a sink or drain cleaning, while toilet installation costs $500." Today costs are upfront, same as charges in Feb, $69 to arrive and assess the problem. Here in excess of one hour for $129 minus $25 coupon, total charge $173. I am ok and I expected these costs. If I was in Philly, where I grew up, I could call an uncle or cousin and get a better rate, a family rate. This is going rate for our area."
Living room Mini-Split
Aquasana home Filtration
Almost no disturbance at EBMUD meter
Navien with filtration to protect the heat exchanger
New house valve and Pressure Reducing Valve

+73

Response time8 hrs
Response rate99%
50 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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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