Best Clogged Drain Pros in Chicago
#1
Bills Plumbing & Sewer Inc.
4.9Clogged Drain: 94/100
“He did so in a very minimal way, so that it can easily be repaired.”
#3
Drain Guys LLC
4.8Clogged Drain: 93/100
“No hiccups, no surprise costs, everything completed exactly as promised.”
All Clogged Drain Pros in Chicago
Bills Plumbing & Sewer Inc.
4.9·243 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Strengths
Exceptional emergency responsiveness: 2 of 5 reviews explicitly…
Competitive pricing: reviewer compared quotes from 8 competing…
Minimally invasive repairs: burst pipe repair required opening a…
Professional team with named technicians (Kurt O., Luis, John O.)…
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JOSH-ROOTER Plumbing and Sewer
5·167 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Strengths
Exceptional emergency responsiveness: customer called at 9:30am…
5 of 5 reviews praise speed and efficiency—jobs completed faster…
4 of 5 reviews explicitly mention fair, honest, or reasonable…
5 of 5 reviews highlight professional communication and…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Drain Guys LLC
4.8·71 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Strengths
All 5 reviewers praise same-day or next-day responsiveness,…
4 of 5 reviewers explicitly mention transparent pricing with no…
All 5 reviewers cite excellent workmanship and attention to…
4 of 5 reviewers highlight Felix's communication style—explaining…
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Four Seasons Heating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing, & Electric
4.7·28k reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Avoid4.7Google
Strengths
Strong specialty scores in water heater (90) and drain (88) work
Individual techs (Angel, Donald, Monique, Rafael) named for…
BBB A+ accredited with multi-trade coverage (HVAC + plumbing +…
Concerns
Multiple reviewers describe install or repair work requiring…
Dispatch and notes-sharing problems cited in 2+ reviews
Upfront-charge-then-delay pattern reported by one reviewer
One reviewer reports techs arriving with no notes from prior…
Fly Plumbing & HVAC
5·111 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Reviewer reports emergency call answered with techs on-site…
Multiple repeat customers and condo-association referrals
Eight different techs (Tom, Alex, Taylor, Adrian, Ben, Brendan,…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Suburban Plumbing Sewer Line and Drain Cleaning Experts
4.9·346 reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Camera inspections used to diagnose root causes other plumbers…
Sunday morning emergency response confirmed;
Concerns
One reviewer reports never getting a follow-up quote despite…
The Scottish Plumber
4.8·1.3k reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
29 of 30 sampled reviews are 5-star with specific praise for fast…
Specialty scoring shows strong emergency (91), water heater (85),…
Named techs are repeatedly singled out
Concerns
BBB rating of F sits in stark contrast to the public review…
BBB rating is F with 7 documented complaints over the past 3…
Drain Savants
4.8·78 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Multiple reviewers report arrivals within an hour, including…
Several burst-pipe and gas-line emergency calls handled same-day…
Named techs Jim and Lisa get repeat callouts for fast, clean…
Concerns
One reviewer felt $550 for a quick root clearing was too high…
One reviewer alleges damage to old pipes during a bathtub clog
Fast Action Plumbing
4.7·149 reviews·
In ChicagoGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.7Google
Strengths
Derek personally picked up a 2 a.m.
Multiple same-day arrivals within 20-30 minutes of the call, sump…
One reviewer compared quotes from multiple plumbers and reports…
Concerns
Two separate complaints of stopped communication after the…
One reviewer paid for a ceiling-leak fix that didn't hold and…
One reviewer reports Derek pushed back the start date 3 times…
Trojan Plumbing Company, Inc.
4.8·752 reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Pricing came in around 1/3 of a competing quote on one…
Faucet and drain workmanship cited specifically
Repeat customers: one explicitly returned 'from repeat customer,…
Concerns
Power outage during a March 2026 pipe-cutting job with no…
Scheduling errors surfaced in a March 2026 1-star
Quote follow-through gap: one customer never heard back after the…
Skyline Plumbing Services 24/7
4.7·29 reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.7Google
Strengths
Fast arrival on emergencies
Clear upfront communication and honest scoping cited by repeat…
Strong water heater track record
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
AA Anthony's Plumbing & Sewer Inc.
4.7·60 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.7Google
Strengths
Within-the-hour or same-day response noted 27 times
Owner Tony goes out of his way: came back on a Saturday night to…
Sewer backflow and water-service work cited as cleanly diagnosed…
Concerns
One repeat customer reports Tony no-showed multiple follow-up…
Faucet replacement ran higher than expected once angle valves and…
Quality Plumbing Services, Inc.
4.8·200 reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Same-day / next-day scheduling: 12 of 95 reviews mention…
Honest diagnosis over upsell: Dan diagnosed a suspected large…
Workmanship called out in 21 of 95 reviews
Concerns
3 of 95 analyzed reviews are 1-star;
Phone-side manner inconsistency: 1 review describes the rudest…
Legendary Service
5·340 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Workmanship cited in 21 of 90 reviews;
Tech-photo arrival notification noted as standard practice (Sue…
Emergency service on Saturday with freezing temps documented…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Stellar Plumbing, Drains and Water Heaters
4.9·405 reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Sump pump installs cited in 11 of 89 reviews (Gus and Ken named…
Water heater workmanship documented (Gus: detail-oriented,…
Drop cloths and carpet protection cited as standard practice…
Concerns
Disputed $18,500 sewer line quote later overturned by warranty…
Acknowledged-expensive quotes by even positive reviewers (Ruoxuan…
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 Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago?
Drain unclogging in Chicago 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 Chicago home is a health hazard. Don't delay getting it cleared.
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