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Clogged Drain in Towson, MD

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Best Clogged Drain Pros in Towson

#1Strong Hire

Hardy Plumbing | Emergency Plumber, Drain Cleaning, Pipe Repair, Tankless Water Heater Repair and Replacement in Timonium, MD

5Clogged Drain: 93/100

Business operates like family, trustworthy plumber.

#2Strong Hire

DrainPro, LLC

4.9Clogged Drain: 90/100

Fixed it for half the cost and identified the problem in 20 min. It was exactly where I thought it was. Fixed it. A clogged pipe from one toilet.

#3Strong Hire

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.8Clogged Drain: 75/100

All Clogged Drain Pros in Towson

Hardy Plumbing | Emergency Plumber, Drain Cleaning, Pipe Repair, Tankless Water Heater Repair and Replacement in Timonium, MD

5·64 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In TowsonGoogle Verified
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5.0Google
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Strengths
Same-day emergency response: Multiple reviewers report rapid…
Fair pricing and willingness to waive charges: Reviewers…
Clear communication and detailed explanations: Multiple reviewers…
Professional presentation and respect for homeowner space:…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

DrainPro, LLC

4.9·148 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
148
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Strengths
Diagnoses drain and sewer problems in 20-30 minutes that other…
Saturday-morning response confirmed: one reviewer called Friday…
Camera-and-cable diagnostic capability called out specifically,…
Concerns
One reviewer reported 4 days of unanswered voicemails after a…

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.8·4.1k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
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4.8Google
4.1k
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Strengths
Holiday and after-hours dispatch with no emergency upcharge
Saturday emergency water heater replacement
Garbage disposal swaps completed in roughly 30 minutes with…
Concerns
Flat-rate sheet handed over with no real diagnostic
Even 5-star reviewers flag pricing as 'a bit high' on standard…

Maryland Sewer & Plumbing Service Inc

4.9·249 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
249
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Strengths
Free estimates on ejector pump replacements
Emergency dispatch under one hour
Late-night Friday dispatch confirmed for a blocked sewer drain…
Concerns
Price-conscious customers flag the rates as expensive even when…

Five Star Plumbing Services

4.9·235 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
235
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Strengths
Water main line replacements quoted thousands under big-name…
Trenchless pipe replacement available
Drain crews stick with stubborn clogs for hours rather than…
Concerns
Pricing complaints on small jobs
$250/hour labor rate plus an $89 dispatch fee just to get a quote
One garbage disposal swap billed at $606 when three local…

Mister Plumber & Son

4.9·29 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
29
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Same-day arrival is a repeated pattern: one reviewer was…
Pricing repeatedly described as cheaper than competing plumbers;
Handles tough diagnostic jobs other plumbers walked away from,…

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Millennium Plumbing

4.3·110 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
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4.3Google
110
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24/7
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Strengths
After-hours dispatch documented
Tech Shawn repeatedly cited by name across multiple jobs
Same-day faucet/valve work with no diagnostic visit charge on at…
Concerns
Reports of $500+ charges on visits where the plumber didn't fix…
BBB rating B- (not accredited), notably below the A/A+ rivals in…
Sewage-ejector pump install left basement sticky with sewage…
Phone manner cited as the problem on multiple complaints

Warrior Plumbing & Heating

4.9·426 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In TowsonGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
426
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Owner Brent personally walks customers through diagnoses,…
Weekend and after-hours work documented in 5 reviews
Pricing transparency cited specifically
Concerns
Lone poor_workmanship complaint involves a water heater install…
One 2-star Yelp review claims Warrior installed a neighbor's hot…

Len The Plumber Heating & Air, LLC

4.7·16k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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4.7Google
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Ruptured water-main inside a basement got an inspection within…
Two-day pipe rupture job: tech arrived Monday morning, repairs…
One reviewer reports techs stayed late into after-hours to finish…
Concerns
One 1-star reviewer reports tech put a hole in a hallway plaster…
One reviewer flags that prices climb during the call
One same-day appointment was missed initially because customer…
One reviewer reports the plumber arrived, left for over an hour…

Catons Plumbing, Drains & Water Cleanup

4.7·1.7k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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4.7Google
1.7k
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24/7
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Strengths
Late-night and weekend dispatch confirmed
Technician Henry named in multiple reviews for fixing problems…
Concerns
Two detailed 1-star reviews describe being billed for work that…
One reviewer alleges a working main-supply valve broke 'suddenly'…
Upsell-to-replacement pattern: one 3-star reviewer says Caton's…

Cinch Mechanical LLC

4.7·116 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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4.7Google
116
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Strengths
Multi-year repeat work across plumbing categories: one customer…
Receptionist Briana named for warm scheduling experience
Bathroom remodel scope handled: freestanding tub install during…
Concerns
With only 5 reviews analyzed, a 1-star complaint citing…

Straight Plumbing Llc

4.9·222 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
222
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Strengths
Main water line replacement with concrete demo done in hours:…
Solved a problem another plumber declared required jackhammering…
Insurance-coordinated work: Joe 'stayed in contact with me while…
Concerns
1 of 5 reviews carries 'slow_response' and 'poor_workmanship'…

Priority Plumbing & Drain

4.9·311 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
311
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Strengths
Sunday evening callouts handled
Same-day appointments after late-night email
Battery backup sump pump quotes given over the phone before…
Concerns
$540 flat-rate charged for sub-40-minute septic snake attempt…

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.9·645 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
AvoidAvoid
4.9Google
645
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24/7
Always open
Strengths
Same-night dispatch on toilet and drain calls
Weekend and emergency coverage delivered on a Sunday job that ran…
Concerns
Sewer/main-line job with camera follow-up cancelled without…
$395 charged for a leak visit where tech allegedly arrived…
Pricing complaints recur on small jobs
Repeat workmanship complaints

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.9·1.1k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
AvoidAvoid
4.9Google
1.1k
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24/7
Always open
Strengths
Snowstorm-Sunday same-day fits when competitors couldn't…
Camera-on-site after snake job is documented
Concerns
Sewer line job sold as 'complete replacement to street' with…
$395 charged for a leak visit where tech showed up without a leak…
Insurance-billing concerns on a multi-day project
Quote-jump pricing flagged

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

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