Best Drain Cleaning Pros in McHenry
#1
Lakeside Plumbing, Inc.
4.9Drain Cleaning: 91/100
“caught legitimate issues that have altered how we want to do things”
#3Strong Hire
Maximum Plumbing inc.
4.9Drain Cleaning: 88/100
“Skilled and honest plumbers are hard to come by”
All Drain Cleaning Pros in McHenry
Lakeside Plumbing, Inc.
4.9·117 reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Strengths
Emergency responsiveness: arrived immediately at 6:30am for…
Exceptional pricing: one reviewer paid 8x less than another…
Proactive diagnostics: identified code violations (water…
Staff consistency: all 5 reviews specifically praise individual…
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Regal Plumbers
4.6·20 reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Strengths
4 of 5 reviewers specifically mention on-time arrival and prompt…
4 of 5 reviewers highlight professionalism, friendliness, and…
3 of 5 reviewers mention work quality and precision (neat finish,…
2 of 5 reviewers praise clear explanation and communication…
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Maximum Plumbing inc.
4.9·106 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Owner (Max) personally returns calls within an hour, including…
Same-day dispatch repeatedly cited (within 20 minutes for one…
Multiple reviewers note final charge came in under the original…
BBB A+ accredited, 11 years in business
Concerns
One 1-star review alleges a sump pump installed without proper…
Urban Plumbing Inc.
5·297 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Solid pick5.0Google
Strengths
Nick personally takes calls and shows up next-day on water heater…
Reviewers explicitly call out 'no hassling, no upselling'
BBB A+ accredited with zero complaints in 10 years
Major sewer main and gas leak jobs handled with detailed…
Concerns
One Yelp 1-star describes a hose-bib repair that kept dripping…
Ford Plumbing
4.4·56 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.4Google
Strengths
Multiple 20-plus year repeat customers cite fair pricing and…
Same-day emergency response confirmed including a 4th of July…
Strong on water heater, sump pump, and ejector pump installs with…
Concerns
Pattern of communication breakdowns
Reckless-driving complaint involving a company van reported by…
One reviewer alleges shoddy work caused thousands in damage with…
Black Diamond Plumbing & Mechanical Inc.
4.9·6.6k reviews·
In McHenryGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Honest up-front pricing with no surprises after multiple quote…
On-time arrival and careful diagnostic work on drain cleaning…
Goodwill gesture: a tech stopped on a busy road to help a…
Concerns
Only 5 reviews analyzed against 6,632 Google reviews
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.9·1.2k reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Sewer and root-clog work cited in 2 of 5 reviews, including a 5+…
Reviewers name specific techs (Azzi, Bruno, Steve, Israel, Mike,…
1 of 5 reviews calls out a swift on-site response, with the tech…
Concerns
With only 5 reviews analyzed, a single 'price was a bit steep'…
Tidy Tank Plumbing, Sewer, and Septic
4.9·1.1k reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Professionalism cited in 65 of 100 reviews
Fast response cited 12 times
Septic service depth — multiple customers describe technicians…
Concerns
Recent 2025 1-star reviews specifically about plumbing services…
Workmanship complaint and same-day cancellation on…
$129 service fee charged even when customer declined the quoted…
D & D Plumbing Company
4.4·14 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pick4.4Google
Strengths
Upfront, transparent pricing called out in 4 reviews
Same-day scheduling flexibility on water heater emergencies
Brian by name is praised for thoroughness and explaining repairs…
Concerns
With only 15 reviews analyzed, the single…
On-time performance flagged
Aqua Knight Plumbing, Sewer, HVAC Services & Protection
4.9·361 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Sump pump work cited specifically in 13 of 94 reviews, with named…
Same-day and within-the-hour arrivals cited across emergency…
Holiday-weekend coverage with follow-through: tech returned the…
Concerns
Surprise-fee theme appears twice in 94 reviews, a thin but…
Lake Cook Plumbing Heating and Cooling
4.3·324 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pick4.3Google
Strengths
30-minute response confirmed for hot-water-heater installs
Owner Jim Barrett personally calls homeowners on complex jobs to…
Tech Louie ('over 20 years in the business') and Casey earn…
Concerns
Six 1-star reviews in this sample specifically cite pricing…
Quote-vs-warranty issue on at least one repeat job
One reviewer reports basement flooding 90 days after Lake Cook…
Tidy Tank Plumbing, Sewer & Septic
4.8·58 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Professional theme cited in 24 of 50 analyzed reviews, frequently…
Fast response cited 8 times
Septic expertise: customer says crew talked them out of a…
Concerns
Two reviews flag pricing as expensive, though one notes it is…
No after-hours on-call number
Accurate Plumbing Pros, Inc
5·140 reviews·
In McHenryGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid5.0Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Helton Plumbing Hero
5·246 reviews·
In McHenryGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid5.0Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Reiche Plumbing
5·24 reviews·
In McHenryGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid5.0Google
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 McHenry, IL?
Drain cleaning in McHenry 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 McHenry 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 McHenry?
Yes — most drain cleaning pros serving McHenry and McHenry 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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