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Clogged Drain in Daly City, CA

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Best Clogged Drain Pros in Daly City

#1Strong Hire

Total Underground Construction

5Clogged Drain: 91/100
#2Strong Hire

Big Smile Plumbing

5Clogged Drain: 90/100

They over delivered on their promises. They were on time

#3Caution

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.8Clogged Drain: 89/100

came on time

All Clogged Drain Pros in Daly City

Total Underground Construction

5·6 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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6
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Fast emergency response: 4 of 14 reviewers explicitly mention…
Honest assessment and cost-consciousness: 3 reviewers highlight…
Major project execution: 5+ reviews describe complex jobs (sewer…

Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon

Big Smile Plumbing

5·99 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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99
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Exceptional same-day and next-day availability: 12+ reviews…
Transparent pricing and honest work: 8+ reviews specifically…
Consistent professionalism and communication: 15+ reviews mention…

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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.8·2.6k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
2.6k
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Exceptional technician consistency: 'Sayed' is named in…
Same-day and after-hours emergency response: Multiple reviews…
Quick problem resolution: Reviewers repeatedly mention jobs…
Concerns
Pricing opacity: No phone quotes offered;
One mixed pricing sentiment: Single review mentions uncertainty…

Big Brothers Plumbing Inc

5·151 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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151
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BBB A+ accredited with zero complaints in 3 years and 9 years in…
14+ Google reviewers explicitly mention same-day or next-day…
Consistent pattern of technicians (Angel, Jorge, Ruben, Jesus)…
Concerns
2 Yelp reviewers report communication breakdown after initial…
2 older Yelp reviews (2018, 2020) allege crew rudeness and…

Golden Coast Plumbing and Rooter Inc

4.9·17 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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17
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Fast emergency response: 11 reviews across platforms mention…
Diagnostic accuracy: 4 specific reviews detail Joel catching…
BBB A+ accreditation with zero complaints over 3 years in…
Concerns
One 1-star Yelp review (1 of 56 total reviews, 1.8%) reports…
No documented complaints about pricing transparency in reviews,…

Oakland Rooter Plumbing

4.9·99 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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99
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Strengths
Same-day or next-day service: 40+ reviews explicitly mention…
Honest pricing and no upselling: 15+ reviews praise competitive…
Staff accountability and follow-up: Multiple reviews (including…
Concerns
Pricing inconsistency on complex jobs: 3 reviews mention…
Potential quality control gap on specialized work: 1 Yelp review…
Address/service area inconsistency: 1 Google review (1/3/2025)…

Pacific Plumbing Systems

5·62 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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62
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BBB A+ accreditation with zero complaints over 3 years and 28…
Consistent pattern of arriving early or on-time: 15+ Google…
Exceptional communication and transparency: 20+ reviews across…
Concerns
3 documented no-shows or wrong-address dispatches (2011, 2013,…
4 Yelp one-star reviews citing surprise fees ($49 diagnostic, $98…
1 Yelp review reports rude/unprofessional technician behavior…

Michael Gardner Plumbing

5·98 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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98
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Strengths
Emergency responsiveness: 31+ reviewers explicitly mention…
Honest pricing and options: 18+ reviewers praise fair pricing,…
Thorough diagnosis and transparency: 14+ reviewers mention…
Concerns
Angi listing appears incomplete or unverified: only 1 Angi entry…

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.9·238 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
238
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Strengths
Fast emergency response: 12+ Google reviewers explicitly mention…
Exceptional technician quality: Named technicians (Rich,…
BBB A+ accreditation and 91 years in business establish…
Concerns
Pricing disputes: 2 of 86 Google reviewers report unexpectedly…
Missing documentation: 1 reviewer unable to obtain invoice after…
High BBB complaint volume (781 total): While accredited A+, the…

Oakland Plumbing Experts

4.9·37 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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37
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Strengths
Same-day and after-hours emergency response: 4 reviewers…
Detailed diagnosis and explanation: 8+ reviewers praise…
High-quality workmanship: 30 of 36 Google reviews mention…
Concerns
Pricing disputes: 1 of 36 reviewers (2.8%) reported suspected…
Scheduling adherence: 1 reviewer reported 45-minute late arrival…

Costello's Plumbing

4.9·50 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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50
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Strengths
Exceptional emergency response: 15+ Google and Yelp reviews…
Honest diagnostics that save money: 6+ reviews across platforms…
BBB A+ accreditation with zero complaints over 9 years and 140+…
Concerns
One pricing discrepancy case (Feb 2026 Yelp): phone quote $400,…
One Yelp review (4/5, June 2017, older) and one Google review…

Service Hero Plumbing & Air

4.6·1.3k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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1.3k
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Strengths
Fast emergency response: Multiple reviewers report arrival within…
Transparent communication and education: 18+ reviewers…
Consistent quality across named technicians: Leonard, Abel,…
Concerns
No-show and failed rescheduling communication (1 incident on…
Very small non-Google sample: Only 1 Angi review (0/5 stars,…

JC Plumbing & Rooter

4.9·115 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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115
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Strengths
BBB Accredited with A+ rating and zero complaints over 3…
Exceptional response time on initial contact: 15+ Google reviews…
Transparent pricing and honest diagnostics: 20+ reviewers praise…
Concerns
2 of 7 Yelp reviewers report non-responsiveness to follow-up…
1 Yelp review documents alleged unprofessional handling of…

A T Weber Plumbing

4.2·30 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
30
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Strengths
Same-day and next-day emergency response documented in at least 8…
Technicians consistently praised for thoroughness and…
Long-term customer retention with multi-generational families and…
Concerns
Recurring complaints about invoice/estimate mismatches and…
Two 1-star reviews citing dangerous mistakes: loose gas line…
Scheduler reliability issues: 3 reviews mention cancelled…
Front desk communication problems: one 1-star review details rude…

Capelli Plumbing

4.9·386 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
386
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Strengths
Fast response times: Multiple reviews mention same-day service,…
Owner James personally involved and responsive: Reviews spanning…
Honest pricing and no upselling: At least 8 reviews explicitly…
Concerns
Sporadic service quality: Different technicians produce vastly…
Communication breakdowns: Owner James not returning calls in 2-3…
One catastrophic job in 2026: Multiple failed attempts to locate…

Common Clogged Drain Scenarios

Stop Using the Drain

Running more water into a clogged drain can cause overflow. Stop all water use in the affected area until the clog is cleared.

Try a Plunger First

A cup plunger (not a flange plunger) works for sinks. Create a seal and plunge firmly 10-15 times. If it doesn't clear in 3 attempts, call a pro.

Skip the Chemical Drain Cleaners

Chemical drain cleaners (Drano, Liquid-Plumr) can corrode pipes and are hazardous. A plumber's snake or hydro-jet is safer and more effective.

Check Other Drains

If multiple drains are slow or backing up, the clog is in the main sewer line — not a single fixture. This is more urgent and needs professional attention.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I call a plumber for a clogged drain?
Call a plumber if: the plunger doesn't work after 3 attempts, multiple drains are slow at once, water is backing up (not just slow), or you've had recurring clogs in the same drain. Most drain cleaning pros in Daly City can come same-day.
What causes clogged drains?
Common causes: hair and soap in bathroom drains, grease and food in kitchen drains, tree roots in main sewer lines, and mineral buildup in older pipes. In Daly City homes with mature trees, root intrusion is a frequent cause of main line clogs.
How much does it cost to fix a clogged drain in Daly City?
Drain unclogging in Daly City costs $150-$450 depending on location and severity. Kitchen and bathroom drain clogs are on the lower end. Main sewer line clogs requiring camera inspection and hydro-jetting cost $350-$900.
Can a clogged drain damage my home?
Yes — a clogged drain that causes backup can lead to water damage, mold growth, and sewage contamination. A main sewer line backup in your Daly City home is a health hazard. Don't delay getting it cleared.

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