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Clogged Drain in Richardson, TX

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Best Clogged Drain Pros in Richardson

#1Conditional Hire

Baker Brothers Plumbing, Air & Electric

4.8Clogged Drain: 94/100

Totally reliable company

#2Conditional Hire

Total Plumbing Service Inc.

4.9Clogged Drain: 86/100

Super nice, punctual, friendly, and very detail oriented.

#3Conditional Hire

Plumber Rowlett TX

3Clogged Drain: 75/100

We were about to pay more than $10k to cut into the foundation to trench and replace the entire main line.

All Clogged Drain Pros in Richardson

Baker Brothers Plumbing, Air & Electric

4.8·25k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pickSolid pick
4.8Google
25k
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Strengths
Fast emergency response: multiple reviewers report same-day or…
Consistently professional and courteous technicians: 13+ reviews…
Strong workmanship and efficiency: jobs completed quickly with…
Upfront pricing and honesty: multiple reviews cite advance cost…
Concerns
Pattern of aggressive upselling on major systems: multiple…
High variance in customer experience (34-point spread in…
Inconsistent follow-through on booked services: one review…
Poor post-sale support and communication: $31,000 customer…

Total Plumbing Service Inc.

4.9·1.6k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Solid pickSolid pick
4.9Google
1.6k
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24/7
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Strengths
Punctual arrival and on-time completion: 6 reviewers explicitly…
Clear communication and transparent pricing: 7 reviewers praise…
Fast emergency and same-day response: Reviewers report next-day…
High-quality workmanship with attention to detail: 8+ reviewers…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses—all 28 analyzed reviews…

Plumber Rowlett TX

3·2 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pickSolid pick
3.0Google
2
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Strengths
CS rep Sara offered 3 different quotes for 3 scenarios upfront
Same-day garbage disposal install when the big-box store quoted…
Diagnosed a debris-clogged drain line that two other plumbers…
Concerns
One Yelp reviewer reports a tech said they "could always go find…
$60 trip fee required just to get an estimate, which one customer…
Arrival windows can slip

Straight Shooter Plumbing and Rooter

4.9·293 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pickTop pick
4.9Google
293
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Sean and Josh were dispatched within a few hours on a Sunday…
Shawn arrived same day to install a dishwasher and confirmed full…
Josh gave water-heater options and worked within the customer's…

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ARS / Rescue Rooter

4.7·6.3k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
AvoidAvoid
4.7Google
6.3k
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Strengths
When ARS shows up they can move fast: $79 main line clean-out…
Hydrojetting cleared a previously-stuck drain in under 30 minutes…
Concerns
Allegation that ARS pitched $35,000 in pipe replacement based on…
Surprise-fees theme appears in 4 reviews
Installation quality flag: stainless supply paired with…
Pricing complaints across the board: $700 for a faucet leak, $800…

Plumbing Unit

5·216 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In RichardsonGoogle Verified
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Top pickTop pick
5.0Google
216
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Strengths
Hydro jetting and grease-line work specifically called out by a…
After-hours emergency arrival within hours confirmed in multiple…
Gas line and gas fireplace work mentioned across multiple reviews
Concerns
BBB rating of F (not accredited) sits in stark contrast to the…
BBB rating is F despite consistently 5-star Google reviews

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.9·1.3k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pickSolid pick
4.9Google
1.3k
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24/7
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Strengths
Saturday-night emergency: tech arrived within the hour to fix…
Holiday coverage confirmed: Christmas Eve diagnosis on tankless…
Same-day service for toilet and shower problems
Concerns
One reviewer charged $450 for adding 'that little piece of line'…

Local Plumbers Carrollton texas

5·5 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
Solid pickSolid pick
5.0Google
5
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Strengths
Weekend emergency water-heater call answered quickly with tech…
Sewer line dig-and-replace under driveway resolved drainage (1 of…
Drain cleaning called out specifically as affordable (1 of 5…
Concerns
Only 5 reviews analyzed

My Local Plumber Water Heater Repairs and Leak Detection

4.8·566 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pickTop pick
4.8Google
566
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24/7
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Strengths
Water-heater work delivered Friday evening and during a Dallas…
Live driver-ETA updates and on-time arrivals cited…
Leak detection praised: 'plumbers quickly came over and found the…
Concerns
One repeat customer notes 'a little spendy, but worth the peace…

Level Up Plumbing, LLC

5·60 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pickTop pick
5.0Google
60
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Strengths
Saturday-night emergency call answered with same-evening visit,…
Dillon walked through why PVC was a better choice than the…
Quoted price matched the bill on a garbage-disposal repair that…
Concerns
One 4-star reviewer's whole verdict is 'Expensive, but…

Premier Plumbing Solutions

5·40 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pickTop pick
5.0Google
40
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Strengths
Same-day water heater diagnosis and fix after two competitors…
Gas leak fixed on-arrival
Sewer main line job called out for clean, respectful crew with…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Rescue Air and Plumbing

4.9·3.8k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In RichardsonGoogle Verified
+2 more
Proceed with careProceed with care
4.9Google
3.8k
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24/7
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Strengths
Same-day or same-evening service reported repeatedly
Named technicians (Victor Duenas, Philip Blystone, Joshua Irias,…
Service-agreement customers report twice-yearly checkups and…
Concerns
Upsell pattern flagged: estimate visits reported to expand into…
Recurring 'overpriced' complaint

FPP Plumbing

5·84 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pickTop pick
5.0Google
84
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Strengths
Same-day water heater replacement with city permit and passed…
Fast on-site arrival cited in 3 of 5 sampled reviews
Up-front text quotes from Dennis instead of in-person iPad sales…
Concerns
One reviewer notes the water heater price wasn't cheap, though…

Badgett Bro's Plumbing

5·56 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pickTop pick
5.0Google
56
Google reviews
Strengths
Came out during a winter storm when many plumbers wouldn't drive…
Christian came out on a Saturday and told the customer they…
Got a next-day water-heater install appointment done quickly at a…

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Precision Emergency Plumber Dallas

5·12 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Proceed with careProceed with care
5.0Google
12
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24/7
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Strengths
Same-day delivery cited specifically across 6 reviews
themeCounts.fast_response=8 of 17 reviews specifically mention…
Concerns
Review volume thin (12 Google) and review text is…

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

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