Drain Cleaning in San Jose, CA
Clogged drain? Here are the top-rated drain cleaning pros near you.
Santa Clara County15 plumbers available
Best Drain Cleaning Pros in San Jose
#1Strong Hire
Superior Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Services - San Jose
4.9Drain Cleaning: 80/100
“Dylan is outstanding. He not only fixed the sewage blockage, but identified a bigger issue underneath the house. His thoroughness and expertise were impressive.”
#3Strong Hire
Daves Plumbing & Drain Services
5Drain Cleaning: 80/100
“I had a leaky shower head; he did his best to fix it as is before getting me a new one. I appreciated that he worked hard to fix it before replacing it.”
All Drain Cleaning Pros in San Jose
Superior Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Services - San Jose
4.9·59 reviews·
In San JoseGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Same-day completion on an insurance-required detection device…
Catches underlying issues: Dylan fixed a sewage blockage and…
Before/after photo documentation on large emergency jobs, with…
Concerns
Only 5 of 59 reviews sampled
Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air of San Jose
4.8·3.4k reviews·
In San JoseGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Same-day online booking confirmed in 2 of 5 analyzed reviews…
Late-Saturday booking picked up immediately and dispatched same…
Reasonable pricing for drain work cited in 2 of 5 reviews;
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Daves Plumbing & Drain Services
5·133 reviews·
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Weekend/emergency sewer clearing cited
Fair-pricing language appears in 2 of 5 reviews…
Reviewers note he attempts repair before replacement
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
$15 Sewer & Drain Service
4.8·649 reviews·
In San JoseGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
After-hours response within 90 minutes of service call
Quoted price matched final invoice
Drain main and shower stem repairs completed in under an hour in…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Drain Doctor
4.9·881 reviews·
In San JoseGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Sunday/weekend response confirmed
Drain and toilet clearing repeatedly described as quick
Concerns
BBB rating is D- with 2 complaints in past 3 years despite 4.9…
One reviewer reports tech walked into kitchen, grabbed a mug, and…
One follow-up failure documented
Best Bay Plumbing And Rooter
5·52 reviews·
In San JoseGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Honest diagnostics — Sergio fixed a pipe near a water heater…
Same-hour drain response: Roberto arrived within an hour of a…
Tankless water heater diagnostics: Roberto spent hours flushing…
Concerns
Only 5 reviews sampled against 52 total
Rooter Solutions Plumbers
4.9·178 reviews·
In San JoseGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Main + lateral sewer line replacement done with in-house crews
Upfront pricing on clogged-drain work: Kevin gave a no-surprises…
Returns to verify work: crew came back a month later to check on…
Concerns
Pricing flag worth watching: 1 of 5 sampled reviews on a…
Rayne Plumbing & Sewer Service, Inc.
4.5·64 reviews·
In San JoseGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.5Google
Strengths
2am water heater rupture got immediate plumber contact and…
Answering service callbacks within 5 minutes, on-site under an…
Same-day water heater replacement and same-day leak diagnosis at…
Concerns
Sample skews older — 3 of 5 sampled reviews are from 2021-2023,…
Pipe Plumbers Fremont
5·7 reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick5.0Google
Strengths
New Year's Eve emergency call answered
Drain-clearing called out as fast and reasonably priced (Oscar…
Quick sink-leak dispatch when other companies were too busy…
Concerns
Thin review volume — only 7 Google reviews total and 5 analyzed;
Mr Rescue Plumbing & Drains
3.7·6 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid3.7Google
Strengths
One 5-star review (Tatiana Mosqueda) praises drain-cleaning team…
Concerns
Customer alleges company refused to remove a damaged water heater…
Reviewer claims business is publishing her personal home phone…
With only 3 analyzed reviews, 2 are negative
Regal Plumbers
5·11 reviews·
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Communication cited in 2 reviews (themeCounts.communication=2)
Two reviews mention on-time arrival and finishing faster than…
Phone-side handling singled out
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Commando Plumbing
4.9·167 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Water heater specialty: 2 of 5 reviews specifically cover Rinnai…
Fast response cited in 2 of 5 reviews including a 2-hour arrival…
Whole-house repipe priced exactly as quoted (1 of 5 reviews)
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
EJ Plumbing & Water Heaters
4.9·3.8k reviews·
In San JoseGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Same-day or next-day dispatch cited in 3 of 5 reviews (Teri…
Camera diagnostics on hard slab/sewer cases
Repeat-customer loyalty signal
Concerns
No-show on a confirmed appointment window with zero proactive…
Cost called out as "very extensive and expensive" on the slab job…
Mike Counsil Plumbing and Rooter
4.8·1.6k reviews·
In San JoseGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Sewer backup diagnosed and cleared within an hour of call (1 of 5…
Same-day issue resolution noted with clean work area (1 of 5)
1-year warranty on toilet rebuild called out by reviewer (1 of 5)
Concerns
Pricing called "a bit pricey" on a toilet rebuild (1 of 5…
Elite Rooter
4.7·1.3k reviews·
In San JoseGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.7Google
Strengths
Senior tech worked nights and weekends through a major commercial…
Next-morning toilet replacement and main-line snake before…
Texted and dispatched within 30 minutes after a competitor…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Common Drain Cleaning Scenarios
Kitchen Drain Clog
Grease buildup, food debris, and soap scum can completely block kitchen drains. A professional snake or hydro-jet clears the line fast.
Main Sewer Line Backup
Multiple drains backing up at once signals a main line problem. This is urgent — sewage can flood your home if not addressed quickly.
Bathroom Drain Blockage
Hair, soap, and mineral buildup in shower and tub drains. Slow drains that don't respond to plunging need professional clearing.
Floor Drain Backup
Basement or laundry room floor drains backing up often indicate a deeper sewer issue that needs camera inspection.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does drain cleaning cost in San Jose, CA?
Drain cleaning in San Jose typically costs $150-$450 depending on the severity and location of the clog. Main sewer line cleaning runs $200-$600. Hydro-jetting for stubborn blockages can cost $350-$900. Always get a written estimate before work begins.
How long does professional drain cleaning take?
Most drain cleaning jobs in Santa Clara County take 30 minutes to 2 hours. A simple kitchen or bathroom drain clog can be cleared in under an hour. Main sewer line work or hydro-jetting may take longer, especially if camera inspection is needed first.
When is a clogged drain an emergency?
A clogged drain is an emergency when sewage is backing up into your home, multiple drains are affected simultaneously, or water is rising and could cause flooding. Single slow drains can usually wait for a same-day appointment.
Can I get same-day drain cleaning in San Jose?
Yes — most drain cleaning pros serving San Jose and Santa Clara County offer same-day service. For true emergencies like sewer backups, many can dispatch within 30-60 minutes. Check which plumbers below are rated highest for responsiveness.
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