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Clogged Drain in Bristol, TN

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Best Clogged Drain Pros in Bristol

#1Conditional Hire

Steve Huff Plumbing, Heating & Air

4.8Reviewed for clogged drain

Had them replace my 50 yr old leaking home water supply line. BUT they made an unbelievable mess. Not only in my yard but also my neighbors and the street is still a mud hole. They also damaged my concrete driveway.

#2Strong Hire

Stateline Services

4.9Reviewed for clogged drain

Zach did a great job providing the necessary service to get our unit operating properly. He was kind, courteous and informative about what and why he would do certain things.

#3Strong Hire

Marc Francis Plumbing, LLC

4.8Reviewed for clogged drain

Lawrence showed up early, was kind & courteous, and very professional. The job was completed quickly and thoroughly with no mess.

All Clogged Drain Pros in Bristol

Steve Huff Plumbing, Heating & Air

4.8·3.6k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pickSolid pick
4.8Google
3.6k
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24/7
Always open
Strengths
themeCounts.workmanship=23;
24-hour follow-up during a major storm with polite, efficient…
Multi-day water-service-line replacement handled with…
Concerns
Membership/contract dispute: customer reports being locked into a…
Unresolved property damage from water-line job with no office…
Pricing complaints documented: $1,400 for a 20-minute fridge…

Stateline Services

4.9·920 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In BristolGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pickTop pick
4.9Google
920
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24/7
Always open
Strengths
Same-day, within-hour arrival documented for kitchen restoration…
Dispatch communication: themeCounts.communication=9;
themeCounts.workmanship=16 with returning-customer…
Concerns
themeCounts.slow_response=2 even alongside 12 fast_response…

Marc Francis Plumbing, LLC

4.8·339 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pickTop pick
4.8Google
339
Google reviews
24/7
Always open
Strengths
themeCounts.fast_response=23 of 88;
Pricing-transparency calls out: 14 plumber-cost mentions, upfront…
Sewer / washing-machine-drain pump install completed across…

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A1 Mister Sewer

5·2 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
AvoidAvoid
5.0Google
2
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Strengths
One reviewer confirmed Sunday service
Concerns
Only 2 reviews on file — sample too small to gauge consistency

Wolf Hills Plumbing Experts

4.4·30 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Solid pickSolid pick
4.4Google
30
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Strengths
Same-day toilet replacement explicitly cited…
Emergency tankless water heater install handled at the last…
Communication during urgent leaks called out specifically
Concerns
3 unexplained 1-star ratings in the distribution with no…

Complete Plumbing Septic & Drain Solutions LLC

4.6·49 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Solid pickSolid pick
4.6Google
49
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Strengths
Same-morning emergency response: water-main break called in at…
Septic + drain + plumbing breadth
Returned calls when competitors didn't (Dianne Lester contrasts…
Concerns
Appointment-error then 2-week reschedule, plus refusal to mask…
Phone-intake friction: rude staff and unreturned-call complaints…

Southern Plumbing

3.4·10 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
AvoidAvoid
3.4Google
10
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24/7
Always open
Strengths
Water-line replacements praised for tidy yard cleanup and…
Owner Dan documented as squeezing urgent main-line failures into…
Concerns
BBB-not-accredited (still A+) AND a polarized 6-of-13 1-star…
Senior-citizen customer of a water-line insurance policy left…
Pex-pipe estimate request never followed up after a week
Repeated no-show / unreturned-call pattern across 1-star reviews…

Ed Ashley Plumbing.INC

4.1·13 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Solid pickSolid pick
4.1Google
13
Google reviews
Strengths
Reasonable pricing called out in 7 of 17 reviews (plumber-cost…
Multi-service competence: water heater, toilet, faucet, disposal…
Three-generation family business with long-time repeat customers…
Concerns
1-star review describes 4.5 months of unreturned callbacks after…
Follow-up reliability concern: one customer reported a 4.5-month…

Bralley's Plumbing Services

4·27 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
AvoidAvoid
4.0Google
27
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Strengths
Same-day response on leak and tub-faucet calls…
Water-heater work (6 mentions) repeated with returning customer…
themeCounts.fair_pricing=6 ties with workmanship as a top theme
Concerns
Flooded basement from a failed SharkBite fitting with refusal to…
Physical confrontation reported: customer says plumber cursed at…
$100 charged for not fixing the problem, with customer redirected…
7 one-star reviews include rudeness, charging $100 for no fix,…

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

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