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BK Sewer & Drain Services
3 Oak Street
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
BK Sewer & Drain Services
3 Oak Street
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

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 For all drain and sewer services

"Bright knows exactly what he's doing and how to fix a major plumbing issue. Very professional, prompt, has very clear communication, is hard working, very hard working, and personable. He has the proper equipment do diagnose and fix the problem in a timely manner. His knowledge of plumbing is also exemplary. It was a pleasure doing business with him and will hire him for future jobs. Thank you Bright!"

Ava D on January 2022

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 For all drain and sewer services

"Bright knows exactly what he's doing and how to fix a major plumbing issue. Very professional, prompt, has very clear communication, is hard working, very hard working, and personable. He has the proper equipment do diagnose and fix the problem in a timely manner. His knowledge of plumbing is also exemplary. It was a pleasure doing business with him and will hire him for future jobs. Thank you Bright!"

Ava D on January 2022


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Ladd Plumbing
218 Wren Street
4.67(
57
)
Approved Pro
Ladd Plumbing
218 Wren Street
4.67(
57
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

Ladd Plumbing offers state-of-the-art plumbing services for residential and commercial needs. We are an owner operated company that takes pride in our superior quality of work and in the reputation of our name. We believe in serving our customers honestly, accurately and efficiently. If you are in the market for a qualified, dependable plumbing company that provides licensed and insured professionals, you are looking for Ladd Plumbing and we are ready to exceed your expectations.

"Great service, appreciate their timely arrival and quick work."

Laura J on October 2019

Ladd Plumbing offers state-of-the-art plumbing services for residential and commercial needs. We are an owner operated company that takes pride in our superior quality of work and in the reputation of our name. We believe in serving our customers honestly, accurately and efficiently. If you are in the market for a qualified, dependable plumbing company that provides licensed and insured professionals, you are looking for Ladd Plumbing and we are ready to exceed your expectations.

"Great service, appreciate their timely arrival and quick work."

Laura J on October 2019


RNJ Brothers Drain Cleaning
7A Gibbs Street
4.75(
8
)
Approved Pro
RNJ Brothers Drain Cleaning
7A Gibbs Street
4.75(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
30 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Here at RNJ Brothers Drain Cleaning we take great pride in everything we do! With over 25 years of experience, no job is too big or too small! We look forward to building lasting relationships with each and every client! RNJ Brothers Drain Cleaning - we'll get you unclogged! Give us a call today!

"Very professional and explained each procedure."

Tim M on September 2022

Here at RNJ Brothers Drain Cleaning we take great pride in everything we do! With over 25 years of experience, no job is too big or too small! We look forward to building lasting relationships with each and every client! RNJ Brothers Drain Cleaning - we'll get you unclogged! Give us a call today!

"Very professional and explained each procedure."

Tim M on September 2022


Said Plumbing, Heating and Gas Fitting
28 Circuit Street
4.75(
4
)
Approved Pro
Said Plumbing, Heating and Gas Fitting
28 Circuit Street
4.75(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

SAID’S PLUMBING, HEATING AND GAS FITTING ! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"Quality plumbing work!!! They are very responsive and transparent about all costs up front. The PRV in my unit went bad and they had it repaired within 30 minutes. Overall I was very satisfied with their professionalism and quality of work. From here on out I will be utilizing them for any future plumbing issues that may arise."

Glenn M on March 2024

SAID’S PLUMBING, HEATING AND GAS FITTING ! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"Quality plumbing work!!! They are very responsive and transparent about all costs up front. The PRV in my unit went bad and they had it repaired within 30 minutes. Overall I was very satisfied with their professionalism and quality of work. From here on out I will be utilizing them for any future plumbing issues that may arise."

Glenn M on March 2024


Scholl Plumbing and Heating
16 Greenhalge Street
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Scholl Plumbing and Heating
16 Greenhalge Street
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 years of experience

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation and repair for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we are involved with. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Excellent work. Very knowledgeable. Friendly. The quality of service and attention to detail that I wish was more common in the trades."

Robert S on January 2021

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation and repair for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we are involved with. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Excellent work. Very knowledgeable. Friendly. The quality of service and attention to detail that I wish was more common in the trades."

Robert S on January 2021


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Local Plumbing and Heating
PO Box 41
4.91(
11
)
Approved Pro
Local Plumbing and Heating
PO Box 41
4.91(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Local Plumbing and Heating strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"Andrew is very conscientious. There was an issue that he needed to bring in an electrician on, so we were without heat for a few days, but he was able to solve the other issues and make sure everything was taken care of."

Brad S on February 2025

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Local Plumbing and Heating strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"Andrew is very conscientious. There was an issue that he needed to bring in an electrician on, so we were without heat for a few days, but he was able to solve the other issues and make sure everything was taken care of."

Brad S on February 2025


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Affordable Drain Flow, Inc.
60 Lawrence Avenue
4.66(
128
)
Approved Pro
Affordable Drain Flow, Inc.
60 Lawrence Avenue
4.66(
128
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 years of experience

We are a new business with over 25 years of experience. We are bilingual, fast friendly and reliable. We are currently offering $20 for all customers! No job is too big or too small. Call now for additional pricing.

"Dave was excellent. I was hoping it didnâ t cost so much but I guess overall it was worth it and I now understand my entire seeer line and what the problem was that initiated the backup."

Paul K on December 2021

We are a new business with over 25 years of experience. We are bilingual, fast friendly and reliable. We are currently offering $20 for all customers! No job is too big or too small. Call now for additional pricing.

"Dave was excellent. I was hoping it didnâ t cost so much but I guess overall it was worth it and I now understand my entire seeer line and what the problem was that initiated the backup."

Paul K on December 2021


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ER Services Plumbing and Heating
11 Norris St
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
ER Services Plumbing and Heating
11 Norris St
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
254 local quotes requested

Since our founding, ER Services Plumbing & Heating has been known for quality services, exceptional efficiency, and the highest level of professionalism. No matter what service you’re looking for, we guarantee to not only meet but exceed your expectations and ensure your full satisfaction. We have been servicing the Merrimack Valley and North Shore for 15+ years of professional experience. We excel in High-Efficiency Boilers, Water Heater Replacement, New Construction, Remodels, and Repairs. - Call today!

"Great work Great company"

A N on March 2024

Since our founding, ER Services Plumbing & Heating has been known for quality services, exceptional efficiency, and the highest level of professionalism. No matter what service you’re looking for, we guarantee to not only meet but exceed your expectations and ensure your full satisfaction. We have been servicing the Merrimack Valley and North Shore for 15+ years of professional experience. We excel in High-Efficiency Boilers, Water Heater Replacement, New Construction, Remodels, and Repairs. - Call today!

"Great work Great company"

A N on March 2024


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MillTown Plumbing, Heating, Cooling and Electrical - Plumbing
131 Steadman Street, Suite 6
4.51(
309
)
Approved Pro
MillTown Plumbing, Heating, Cooling and Electrical - Plumbing
131 Steadman Street, Suite 6
4.51(
309
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
83 local quotes requested
46 years of experience

Since 1979, we've provided the highest quality protection against plumbing, heating, cooling and drain problems for residential, commercial and property managers in the Merrimack Valley and southern New Hampshire. At MillTown Plumbing, Heating, HVAC, and Drain Cleaning, we're a family owned and operated business. We know the value of fast service, from a professional and reliable team. Give us a call today at (617) 725-2674! We look forward to serving you.

"STAY AWAY. Numerous issues and they will cost you more money without you knowing it. I just found out that I was on a **DO NOT SERVICE** list (after all the grief they have given me.) I am ticked off. Here is a summary due to the character limit: 1. They installed a faulty HTP tankless hybrid water heater. I argued with them for what I think was a good year before a HTP tech finally determined that I was right. Replaced it with a Rinnai RUR199in. 2. They took (stole) my oval ductwork and replaced it. I was fine with the replacement. I looked the other way but it was expensive and they never asked - they just hauled it away. Most homeowners probably do not realize how expensive and unusual that oval ductwork is. I could have even recycled it at a profit. 3. I recommended them to a neighbor only to find cops all over their home one day. Their plumber stole their special needs kids controlled medications after having them go into other rooms to turn on and off the faucets. I just chalked it up to a bad apple. 4. HUGE ROOKIE mistake. They short-cycled the new air handler. Vent was right next to the main return (2in. away.) Unecessary wear and tear, high electric and gas usage, and discomfort. Whatever was coming out was immediately suck back in. Unfortunately I did not realize this until a couple years later. 5. HUGE ROOKIE mistake. They never installed the 2-stage wiring. See directly above. Look it up. HUGE discrepancies in temperatures and sky high bills. Premature wear and tear. I wrote Freddy Jr. about this which might be the reason why I am on their list. But still, that is their job to get it right and not mine. Most people would have no clue for the life of their system. 6. They did not hook up the high-limit kill switch/float on the condensation pump which led to a flood and destroyed antiques. I hooked it up in less than 10 minutes. 7. I was told one day that the original manger was fired because he was skimming clients from the company. 8. There is no check valve on the recirculation line which they installed on the new tankless they replaced. I believe it is code and now I have to hire someone else ([business name removed]) to fix their screwup which likely killed my internal recirculation pump. Again, unecessary wear and tear along with high energy bills. I was willing to look the other way on so many things but the truth is they get away with this because most homeowners do not know any better. In other cases, I figured that no one is perfect and we all make mistakes. But then to find out that I was blacklisted a few years later because I called them out on their BS after I needed their help yesterday? The only thing I can think is that I ended up costing them more money on things they should have done properly in the first place. It is a company that needs better oversight and apparently has awful management. I am not bragging but I have an advanced engineeering background creating petroleum engineering training material for big oil (aka plumbing on steroids--makes this look like childs play), programming, developing systems for hydroponics, working with heat and waste recovery systems, fixing combustion engines, and building computers for over 20 years. My point is that I noticed a lot of things that most people would overlook because I know how many things work. I called them out and that is the only explanation as to why I could have been blacklisted. But do yourself a favor and go with [business name removed] or [business name removed] instead. It is not to say that others cannot screw up, but this is my experience with them and the straw that broke the camels back. Mention that you read this here and thank you. Perhaps the next company will not mess you up under the guise/protection of teamsters and protectionist unions that overcharge with ridiculous licensing requirements that ends up meani..."

Charles L on January 2024

Since 1979, we've provided the highest quality protection against plumbing, heating, cooling and drain problems for residential, commercial and property managers in the Merrimack Valley and southern New Hampshire. At MillTown Plumbing, Heating, HVAC, and Drain Cleaning, we're a family owned and operated business. We know the value of fast service, from a professional and reliable team. Give us a call today at (617) 725-2674! We look forward to serving you.

"STAY AWAY. Numerous issues and they will cost you more money without you knowing it. I just found out that I was on a **DO NOT SERVICE** list (after all the grief they have given me.) I am ticked off. Here is a summary due to the character limit: 1. They installed a faulty HTP tankless hybrid water heater. I argued with them for what I think was a good year before a HTP tech finally determined that I was right. Replaced it with a Rinnai RUR199in. 2. They took (stole) my oval ductwork and replaced it. I was fine with the replacement. I looked the other way but it was expensive and they never asked - they just hauled it away. Most homeowners probably do not realize how expensive and unusual that oval ductwork is. I could have even recycled it at a profit. 3. I recommended them to a neighbor only to find cops all over their home one day. Their plumber stole their special needs kids controlled medications after having them go into other rooms to turn on and off the faucets. I just chalked it up to a bad apple. 4. HUGE ROOKIE mistake. They short-cycled the new air handler. Vent was right next to the main return (2in. away.) Unecessary wear and tear, high electric and gas usage, and discomfort. Whatever was coming out was immediately suck back in. Unfortunately I did not realize this until a couple years later. 5. HUGE ROOKIE mistake. They never installed the 2-stage wiring. See directly above. Look it up. HUGE discrepancies in temperatures and sky high bills. Premature wear and tear. I wrote Freddy Jr. about this which might be the reason why I am on their list. But still, that is their job to get it right and not mine. Most people would have no clue for the life of their system. 6. They did not hook up the high-limit kill switch/float on the condensation pump which led to a flood and destroyed antiques. I hooked it up in less than 10 minutes. 7. I was told one day that the original manger was fired because he was skimming clients from the company. 8. There is no check valve on the recirculation line which they installed on the new tankless they replaced. I believe it is code and now I have to hire someone else ([business name removed]) to fix their screwup which likely killed my internal recirculation pump. Again, unecessary wear and tear along with high energy bills. I was willing to look the other way on so many things but the truth is they get away with this because most homeowners do not know any better. In other cases, I figured that no one is perfect and we all make mistakes. But then to find out that I was blacklisted a few years later because I called them out on their BS after I needed their help yesterday? The only thing I can think is that I ended up costing them more money on things they should have done properly in the first place. It is a company that needs better oversight and apparently has awful management. I am not bragging but I have an advanced engineeering background creating petroleum engineering training material for big oil (aka plumbing on steroids--makes this look like childs play), programming, developing systems for hydroponics, working with heat and waste recovery systems, fixing combustion engines, and building computers for over 20 years. My point is that I noticed a lot of things that most people would overlook because I know how many things work. I called them out and that is the only explanation as to why I could have been blacklisted. But do yourself a favor and go with [business name removed] or [business name removed] instead. It is not to say that others cannot screw up, but this is my experience with them and the straw that broke the camels back. Mention that you read this here and thank you. Perhaps the next company will not mess you up under the guise/protection of teamsters and protectionist unions that overcharge with ridiculous licensing requirements that ends up meani..."

Charles L on January 2024


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Heritage Home Service
2550 Main Street
4.52(
955
)
Approved Pro
Heritage Home Service
2550 Main Street
4.52(
955
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
206 local quotes requested

Heritage Home Service is a premier home service provider operating in New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Southern Maine. Bringing all the perks that come with having a large team while maintaining a strong focus on family-oriented service. Our namesake is about honoring those who came before us, and most importantly, it is about leaving a legacy of serving people extraordinarily well. For over 37 years in business, we have helped countless families across our community stay comfortable and healthy in their homes, and today we continue to evolve and find new ways to serve you even better.

"Great work"

Denise C on December 2024

Heritage Home Service is a premier home service provider operating in New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Southern Maine. Bringing all the perks that come with having a large team while maintaining a strong focus on family-oriented service. Our namesake is about honoring those who came before us, and most importantly, it is about leaving a legacy of serving people extraordinarily well. For over 37 years in business, we have helped countless families across our community stay comfortable and healthy in their homes, and today we continue to evolve and find new ways to serve you even better.

"Great work"

Denise C on December 2024

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Drain clog or blockage clearings FAQs

It may only take five minutes to snake a drain for loose clogs near the tub, toilet, or sink basin. However, clogs near the main line can take hours to resolve, especially if they affect multiple pipes. Plumbers have the skills, experience, and equipment to get the job faster, though you may pay a premium for their help.

Sometimes, using a snake to unclog a drain can cause more damage than intended. Too much force risks scratching the surface and damaging the coating, which could eventually cause cracks to develop. Depending on what’s obstructing the drain, the snake could worsen the problem by jamming the debris tighter and further down the pipe. It’s best to hire a pro with experience tackling a variety of clogged pipes.

One of the easiest and most effective ways to prevent clogged drains is to install snug mesh screens over the drain openings in your sinks, bath, and shower. This tool prevents hair, food particles, and other solid items from entering the drain and forming clogs. A non-corrosive bacteriological drain cleaner is also a smart option to reduce the chances you’ll need to absorb the cost of unclogging a drain.

Hiring a Roto-Rooter professional for drain-clearing services costs between $160 and $450, depending on the complexity of the project. Roto-Rooter costs to snake drains are usually charged on a flat rate basis rather than an hourly fee. These job estimates may include the price of the sewer inspection and the Roto-Rooter sewer line cleaning cost. However, they do not cover the additional cost of repairs or parts replacement. 

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