Clogged Drain in Fremont, CA
Clogged drain? Here's what to do and who to call.
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Best Clogged Drain Pros in Fremont
#1Strong Hire
Daves Plumbing & Drain Services
5Clogged Drain: 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.”
#2Strong Hire
Superior Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Services - San Jose
4.9Clogged Drain: 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.”
All Clogged Drain Pros in Fremont
Daves Plumbing & Drain Services
5·133 reviews·
In FremontGoogle 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
Superior Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Services - San Jose
4.9·59 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle 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·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle 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
$15 Sewer & Drain Service
4.8·649 reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle 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
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Hayward
4.9·39 reviews·
5 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Sewer lateral / hydro-jet specialty: 2 reviewers describe…
Pricing called 'competitive and reasonable among the estimates I…
Tech Vito included customer 'in every decision' on a complex…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Service Hero Plumbing & Air
4.6·1.3k reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.6Google
Strengths
Reviewers single out individual techs by name across services…
Sunday 4+ hour drain job and same-day arrivals back…
First-time-customer discount cited;
Concerns
themeCounts.expensive=2 with one drain job called out for finding…
Rooter Solutions Plumbers
4.9·178 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle 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…
Best Bay Plumbing And Rooter
5·52 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle 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
Drain Doctor
4.9·881 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Front-desk and tech handoffs cited together (Diana scheduling,…
20 of 92 reviews mention fast response and weekend_or_emergency=8;
Pricing called out 15 times in plumber-cost and 6 cheap-plumber…
Concerns
BBB rating D- with 2 complaints in past 3 years contradicts the…
Tech scooped water from toilet bowl with a kitchen mug during…
Faucet-cartridge job left dripping/trickling after tech left,…
Gladiator Rooter and Plumbing
4.6·90 reviews·
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.6Google
Strengths
Sub-hour weekend arrivals on backed-up sewers: techs…
Significantly underbid competitors on big jobs: one main…
Same-day responsiveness when other companies fail
Concerns
Diagnostic-first job scope on one repair cut a large ceiling hole…
Faucet-repair workmanship cited as weakest spot
Premium hourly rates on emergency calls: one homeowner cites…
Regal Plumbers
5·11 reviews·
In FremontGoogle 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
Mr Rescue Plumbing & Drains
3.7·6 reviews·
In FremontGoogle 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
Pipe Plumbers Fremont
5·7 reviews·
In FremontGoogle 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;
Fito Plumbers Inc.
4.8·97 reviews·
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Friday-evening renter water-heater call answered at 8pm, crew…
Sewer-lateral replacement completed in 2.5 days with daily…
Beat competing bids and provided quick service
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Hayward Plumber By Friendly Plumbers
4.6·116 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Avoid4.6Google
Strengths
Same-day/after-hours response cited in 2 of 5 sampled reviews…
Drain-cleaning workmanship: tech David replaced a busted sewage…
Concerns
1-star reviewer reports $1,800 charged for a clean-out, plumber…
2-star reviewer reports drip pan installed not flat to floor with…
Pricing flagged as 'high' even on positive 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 Fremont 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 Fremont 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 Fremont?
Drain unclogging in Fremont 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 Fremont home is a health hazard. Don't delay getting it cleared.
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