Best Clogged Drain Pros in Fairfax
#1Conditional Hire
Michael & Son Services
4.9Clogged Drain: 91/100
“impeccable service with the utmost professionalism. He's a great and reliable plumber”
#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
Len the Plumber Heating & Air, LLC
4.7Clogged Drain: 90/100
“careful to keep the worksite clean and well marked”
All Clogged Drain Pros in Fairfax
Michael & Son Services
4.9·1.7k reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Same-day or near-immediate dispatch on emergencies (deep-freeze…
Techs walk customers through options and findings before working
Handles cross-trade jobs (plumbing + HVAC + electrical) under one…
Concerns
First tech occasionally can't resolve issue, requiring a second…
Hicks Plumbing Services
4.8·348 reviews·
In FairfaxGoogle Verified
+5 more
Solid pick4.8Google
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…
Len the Plumber Heating & Air, LLC
4.7·7.1k reviews·
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pick4.7Google
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…
John R Plumbing LLC – Emergency Plumbing, Water Heater & Drain Service
4.9·197 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Multiple reviewers describe John responding within an hour to…
Tankless water heater conversions mentioned by 3+ reviewers with…
Repeat customers — 4+ reviewers mention using him 'multiple…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
The Plumbing Dr
4.7·358 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pick4.7Google
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·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Proceed with care5.0Google
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·
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
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
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Service Force Plumbing
4.9·674 reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Sewer camera inspections with video documentation and…
Honest scope-trimming
After-hours email response with next-day water heater…
Concerns
One reviewer reports being charged a trip fee without a receipt…
2020 Drain Clean & Plumbing
4.9·377 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Re-piped an entire house at 'an incredible price' after stopping…
Le cleared a bath sink clog two previous plumbers couldn't, then…
Tankless water heater diagnosed and replaced quickly at a…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Baumbach Plumbing & Remodeling services llc
4.9·117 reviews·
In FairfaxGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
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
PlumberBee
5·97 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+1 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Faucet and fixture work cited in 21 of 99 reviews
Multi-task visits — one reviewer had faucet, garbage disposal,…
Heat-pump water heater install followed up by call-back two…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Exclusive Plumbing LLC
4.8·86 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.8Google
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
Service Specialties Inc.
4.9·2.0k reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
Avoid4.9Google
Strengths
Long-tenured maintenance relationships
Emergency call-out for hot water + drain backup
Concerns
Safety-of-install complaint: reviewer found 'finger-tight GAS…
Repeated rework cycle reported on heat-pump A/C
Upsell pressure: tech pushed an $1,800 UV light filter during…
Pricing complaints flagged in themeCounts.expensive=6
The Secret Plumber
5·70 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick5.0Google
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
Cardinal Plumbing Heating & Air Inc
4.9·3.0k reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Proceed with care4.9Google
Strengths
Repipe specialty score (90) and main sewer line replacement work…
Repeat customers mention specific techs by name (Kyle Roth,…
BBB A+ accredited, 12 years in business
Concerns
Emergency specialty score (27) is unusually low
Same-day cancellations on confirmed appointments cited in 1+…
One Yelp review reports a same-day cancellation at 12:48 PM after…
A reviewer alleges Cardinal deletes negative reviews
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 Fairfax 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 Fairfax 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 Fairfax?
Drain unclogging in Fairfax 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 Fairfax home is a health hazard. Don't delay getting it cleared.
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