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Clogged Drain in Gary, IN

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Best Clogged Drain Pros in Gary

#1Strong Hire

Norm's Plumbing

4.5Clogged Drain: 70/100

They were able to make it to my house the next day even though they said it would take two, which shouldn't be expected but is awesome! When they came by, they started working quickly and got it done in no time.

#2Conditional Hire

City Sanitary Sewer Cleaning

4.1Clogged Drain: 70/100

They insisted on receiving cash payment before performing any work, which made me question whether they are legitimate.

#3Conditional Hire

Downing Plumbing

4.4Clogged Drain: 70/100

All Clogged Drain Pros in Gary

Norm's Plumbing

4.5·58 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+6 more
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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

City Sanitary Sewer Cleaning

4.1·53 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
Solid pickSolid pick
4.1Google
53
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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…

Downing Plumbing

4.4·194 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
Solid pickSolid pick
4.4Google
194
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Same-day arrival within 40-60 minutes of calling cited in…
Sewer line replacement priced within original quote with…
Step-by-step explanation before, during, and after the job called…
Concerns
Customer reports being charged $69 service fee after tech…

Flow Right Plumbing

4.8·685 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
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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…

AA YES Plumbing inc

4.2·171 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
Proceed with careProceed with care
4.2Google
171
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Strengths
Sustainer Service preventive-maintenance plan tied to repeat…
Ejector pump appointment booked within 2 hours of call with…
Concerns
1 of 5 sampled reviews reports an $800 quote on a routine kitchen…
Same review alleges upselling pressure toward a 100ft line…
$800 quote on a basic kitchen-sink snake after a $79 service fee…
Club/membership pricing reportedly increased to the point where…

Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling

4.8·4.7k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
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4.8Google
4.7k
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24/7
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Strengths
Techs explain work in detail and walk customers through…
Same-day/under-24-hour turnaround on a furnace install with…
24/7 service plan actively offered and crews returned promptly…
Concerns
Sampled reviews skew toward furnace/HVAC work rather than…

Siemer Heating, Cooling & Plumbing

4.9·1.6k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
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4.9Google
1.6k
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24/7
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Strengths
After-hours Friday-night call connected to a tech who arrived…
Sump pump replaced during active rain before basement flooding…
Multi-day boiler and hot water heater install completed with…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.8·2.3k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pickSolid pick
4.8Google
2.3k
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24/7
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Strengths
Same-night water-heater dispatch: Cullen arrived within 30…
Sunday-afternoon toilet repair handled within 2 hours of call…
Sewer rodding job included a walkthrough of why the line wasn't…
Concerns
1 of 5 sampled reviews reports an 11-hour appointment slip…

Charge Construction & Plumbing LLC

4.9·85 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
AvoidAvoid
4.9Google
85
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24/7
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Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Young Plumbing

4.8·789 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In GaryGoogle Verified
Solid pickSolid pick
4.8Google
789
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24/7
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Strengths
Weekend water-heater replacement on a Sunday (Sebastian) after…
Early arrival on a clogged tub/sink job (Tom and Joe arrived 20…
Same-day water-pipe and sink repair (tech Ty) with a…
Concerns
1 of 5 sampled reviews reports techs cut a larger-than-quoted…

Feikema Plumbing & Sanitation

4.8·330 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
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4.8Google
330
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Strengths
Pricing called fair/reasonable in 3 of 5 sampled reviews…
Repeat-customer pattern across years and multiple plumbing issues…
Tech Chad arrived before the office could even call ahead and…
Concerns
No emergency or after-hours signals in sampled reviews

Neace Sewer & Water Service

4.9·102 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
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4.9Google
102
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Strengths
Sub-hour arrival on a leaking valve / sink trap call, cited in 1…
Water heater replaced 'quickly and perfectly' with clean cleanup;
Honest-pricing signal: Kevin 'was honest about pricing and made…
Concerns
Service mix in cited reviews skews to small jobs (valve, sink…

Chalmers Plumbing LLC

4.8·130 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+6 more
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4.8Google
130
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Strengths
Phone-and-photo quoting with same-day install: water heater…
Storm/24-hour availability: responded overnight during a…
Pricing beats local competitors by ~$800 on water heaters in 2 of…
Concerns
Only 5 reviews analyzed out of 130 Google reviews

Reichelt Plumbing

4.6·405 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
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4.6Google
405
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Strengths
Same-day water-heater install cited (Bonita Alcantar: 'They came…
Tech went above-and-beyond on a toilet repair
Under-24-hour callout cited
Concerns
No after-hours / 24-hour mention in the cited sample

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.8·1.1k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
Solid pickSolid pick
4.8Google
1.1k
Google reviews
24/7
Always open
Strengths
Same-day/near-immediate dispatch: hour-arrival sewer clean-out…
Tech showed blockage on camera and gave a reasonable estimate on…
Concerns
themeCounts shows both 'expensive' and 'slow_response' flagged in…
Scheduling slip cited: first technician was 2+ hours past the…
One cited reviewer describes paying 'quite a lot of money' for…

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

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