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Clogged Drain in Oak Lawn, IL

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Best Clogged Drain Pros in Oak Lawn

#1

Four Seasons Heating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing, & Electric

4.7Clogged Drain: 88/100

Arrived as promised. Evident commitment to doing things correctly.

#2Conditional Hire

Suburban Plumbing Sewer Line and Drain Cleaning Experts

4.9Clogged Drain: 84/100

everything was fixed beyond my satisfaction within 48 hours

#3Strong Hire

The Scottish Plumber

4.8Clogged Drain: 84/100

super easy to schedule, punctual, and very knowledgeable. Well worth the money.

All Clogged Drain Pros in Oak Lawn

Four Seasons Heating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing, & Electric

4.7·28k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In Oak LawnGoogle Verified
+2 more
AvoidAvoid
4.7Google
28k
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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…

Suburban Plumbing Sewer Line and Drain Cleaning Experts

4.9·346 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
Solid pickSolid pick
4.9Google
346
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24/7
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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·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pickTop pick
4.8Google
1.3k
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24/7
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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·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Solid pickSolid pick
4.8Google
78
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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·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with careProceed with care
4.7Google
149
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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…

City Sanitary Sewer Cleaning

4.1·53 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Solid pickSolid pick
4.1Google
53
Google reviews
Strengths
Tech Adam named in 3 of 5 sampled reviews for fast…
Pricing called reasonable in 4 of 5 sampled reviews…
New Year's Eve same-day response on a suspected broken drain…
Concerns
1 of 5 sampled reviews reports the business required cash payment…

Norm's Plumbing

4.5·58 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pickTop pick
4.5Google
58
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Strengths
Diagnoses against the upsell
Same-day emergency sewer response: basement flood from sewer pipe…
fair_pricing theme hit twice in 5 cited reviews…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Trojan Plumbing Company, Inc.

4.8·752 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In Oak LawnGoogle Verified
Solid pickSolid pick
4.8Google
752
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24/7
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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·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pickTop pick
4.7Google
29
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24/7
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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

Quality Plumbing Services, Inc.

4.8·200 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pickTop pick
4.8Google
200
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24/7
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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…

Flow Right Plumbing

4.8·685 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
5 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pickTop pick
4.8Google
685
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Strengths
Techs (Brandon, Emilio, Branson, Frank) text/call with an ETA…
Branson A walked one homeowner through the water heater diagnosis…
Responded late evening and on a weekend for one…
Concerns
Scope-of-coverage surprise at the door: technician arrived inside…
A recurring sewer-odor diagnostic visit was described as basic…

Reliable Plumbing & Sewer Service Inc

4.8·47 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pickTop pick
4.8Google
47
Google reviews
Strengths
Owner-led emergency response — 'could not get any plumbers out...
Up-front diagnostic and no-upsell pattern
Drain/clog work cited in 2 of 5 reviews
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Demmis Plumbing

4.7·174 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pickTop pick
4.7Google
174
Google reviews
Strengths
Reasonable pricing called out in 3 of 5 sampled reviews
~30-minute arrival on a basement sewer backup with multi-hour…
Next-day turnaround on combined drain + slow-flow bathroom job
Concerns
themeCounts.expensive = 1 across 5 reviews

The Fair Plumber LLC

4.9·699 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pickTop pick
4.9Google
699
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24/7
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Strengths
Arrived within an hour for a shut-off-valve emergency after 3…
Honors warranty work at no charge with same-day pump replacement
Takes on heavy sewer work

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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.7·8.5k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
AvoidAvoid
4.7Google
8.5k
Google reviews
24/7
Always open
Strengths
Multiple 5-star reviews credit weekend and Sunday dispatch when…
Online booking is described as quick and frictionless, with techs…
Concerns
Pattern of no-show appointments without notification
Pricing complaints with specific dollar amounts cited well above…
Yelp average sits at 1.5 stars across 100 reviews
At least 5 reviewers describe missed appointment windows with no…

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 Oak Lawn 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 Oak Lawn 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 Oak Lawn?
Drain unclogging in Oak Lawn 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 Oak Lawn home is a health hazard. Don't delay getting it cleared.

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