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Clogged Drain in Alexandria, VA

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Best Clogged Drain Pros in Alexandria

#1Conditional Hire

Len the Plumber Heating & Air, LLC

4.7Clogged Drain: 90/100

careful to keep the worksite clean and well marked

#2Conditional Hire

Hicks Plumbing Services

4.8Clogged Drain: 90/100

worked late after dark and came back again multiple times to ensure things were handled properly

#3Conditional Hire

The Plumbing Dr

4.7Clogged Drain: 73/100

scheduled a 'consultation' for 8-10 a.m. and they never gave me a confirmation

All Clogged Drain Pros in Alexandria

Len the Plumber Heating & Air, LLC

4.7·7.1k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pickSolid pick
4.7Google
7.1k
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24/7
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Strengths
Online booking to on-site arrival in 2 hours
Live-tracker for tech ETA repeatedly mentioned as a…
Strong on water heaters (specialty score 84), drains (90), and…
Concerns
One reviewer notes appointment confirmations didn't arrive until…
Pricing-fairness score of 65 reflects specific notes that work…

Hicks Plumbing Services

4.8·348 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Solid pickSolid pick
4.8Google
348
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24/7
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Strengths
Reviewer specifically noted Hicks was the only firm to send a…
Easter Sunday and holiday dispatch documented with on-call…
15-year repeat customer relationships cited;
Tony declined to charge a customer for a 15-minute educational…
Concerns
One reviewer noted prices ran 'a bit higher than expected' though…

The Plumbing Dr

4.7·358 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pickSolid pick
4.7Google
358
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24/7
Always open
Strengths
BBB-accredited A+ with 46 years in business
Named techs (Dr. Ture, Trey) repeatedly get callouts for thorough…
Strong specialty signal for water heater (89) and emergency (91)…
Concerns
Mixed reports on whether the same level of service holds across…
A reviewer reports a $341 overrun on a $1,190 quoted pipe…
One reviewer describes a 90-minute late arrival followed by a…

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

5·239 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Proceed with careProceed with care
5.0Google
239
Google reviews
24/7
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Strengths
Single tech (Jaime Moreno) named in 20+ of the most recent…
On-time arrivals with 40-minute heads-up calls reported
Water heater, repipe specialties scored 89 and 88 respectively
Concerns
Severe cross-platform discrepancy: Google 5.0 vs Yelp 2.6…
Quality apparently hinges on one named tech (Jaime)
Yelp rating sits at 2.6 (14 reviews) versus Google 5.0 (239)
Multiple reviewers explicitly note 'prices kind of high' even…

Service Force Plumbing

4.9·130 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
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4.9Google
130
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Strengths
Tackles drain jobs other plumbers refused
Beats competing water-line repair estimates by more than $3K in…
Walks customers through weekend safety steps before booking

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Len The Plumber Heating & Air, LLC

4.9·1.5k 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
4.9Google
1.5k
Google reviews
24/7
Always open
Strengths
Weekend/holiday dispatch documented twice (heat emergency 'worked…
Major sanitary drain line + garbage disposal combo job handled…
Day-after-ice-storm dispatch to a coat-closet leak with cost…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Baumbach Plumbing & Remodeling services llc

4.9·117 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pickTop pick
4.9Google
117
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24/7
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Strengths
After-hours dispatch repeatedly cited
Owner walked a customer through shutting off the water line by…
Diagnostic honesty flagged
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Exclusive Plumbing LLC

4.8·86 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
Solid pickSolid pick
4.8Google
86
Google reviews
Strengths
Cesar replaced a leaking toilet and a garbage disposal next-day…
Sam Mosely worked until the problem was found and fixed…
Cut and replaced a leaking pipe sitting on 2x4 framing inside a…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

The Secret Plumber

5·70 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In AlexandriaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pickTop pick
5.0Google
70
Google reviews
24/7
Always open
Strengths
Steve offered fixed-price quote plus 10% senior discount and…
Replaced a water heater on Monday after a Friday failure,…
Three-hour arrival on a snake job with the snake price quoted…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.8·2.8k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+1 more
AvoidAvoid
4.8Google
2.8k
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24/7
Always open
Strengths
Field supervisor onsite within an hour for a lower-level bathroom…
Same-day emergency plumber dispatch with a temp fix while waiting…
Concerns
Pattern of techs not providing estimates before starting work and…
Reports of minimum labor charges around $380 and refusals to do…
Pricing is the consistent complaint
Late arrivals — one reviewer reports the tech showed up 30…

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.8·1.3k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
AvoidAvoid
4.8Google
1.3k
Google reviews
24/7
Always open
Strengths
Fast dispatch — one reviewer had a serviceman at the door within…
Concerns
Repeated reports of high-pressure sales and inflated estimates…
Minimum $380 labor cost and reports of techs upcharging to full…
Multiple complaints of techs refusing service unless customer…
Repeated pricing complaints

DB's Plumbing and Drain®

4.9·2.1k 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
4.9Google
2.1k
Google reviews
Strengths
Aaron F. dispatched late in the day for a sewage-backup hazmat…
Diagnosed a broken sewage drain that a prior company couldn't…
Marv J. named specifically across multiple visits
Concerns
1 of 91 reviews documents a high-price complaint after a roughly…
$600 charged for installing one angle stop and rebuilding a…

Home Service Doctors

4.8·2.0k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with careProceed with care
4.8Google
2.0k
Google reviews
24/7
Always open
Strengths
Named techs cited repeatedly
Water-heater work documented with photos/serial numbers and…
Concerns
Post-service flooding alleged after a $1,100 main valve exchange;
Upsell pattern flagged: reviewer says wax-seal job was upsold to…
Parts-ordering and improvisation flagged

Len The Plumber Heating & Air, LLC

4.6·8.3k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Solid pickSolid pick
4.6Google
8.3k
Google reviews
24/7
Always open
Strengths
Weekend and same-day water heater replacement
Techs offer alternate routes that avoid demolition
Stands behind work — returned promptly to redo a guest toilet…
Concerns
Some reviewers cite pricing concerns alongside otherwise positive…

Thomas E Clark Inc

4.8·306 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pickTop pick
4.8Google
306
Google reviews
24/7
Always open
Strengths
Same-day and rapid response on urgent calls
Strong communication and transparent diagnostics
Handles complex regulatory work like the DCDOE Lead Pipe…
Concerns
Pricing runs high — one reviewer was quoted $320 to clear an HVAC…

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

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