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Clogged Drain in Fox Lake, IL

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Best Clogged Drain Pros in Fox Lake

#1Strong Hire

Lakeside Plumbing, Inc.

4.9Clogged Drain: 91/100

caught legitimate issues that have altered how we want to do things

#2Strong Hire

Maximum Plumbing inc.

4.9Clogged Drain: 88/100

Skilled and honest plumbers are hard to come by

#3Conditional Hire

Urban Plumbing Inc.

5Clogged Drain: 88/100

On time! Did the job right and very easy to work with

All Clogged Drain Pros in Fox Lake

Lakeside Plumbing, Inc.

4.9·117 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
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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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Maximum Plumbing inc.

4.9·106 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
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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·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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5.0Google
297
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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…

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.9·1.2k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
1.2k
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Strengths
Techs walk through what caused the problem and preventative steps…
Crews stay on root-clogged drains until clear, running pipes…
Swift dispatch with techs arriving promptly to handle fixes and…
Concerns
One reviewer flagged the price as steep

Ford Plumbing

4.4·56 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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4.4Google
56
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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…

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.8·2.1k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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4.8Google
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Techs explain the work step-by-step before and after
Showed up on time when two other plumbers no-showed on a flooding…
Multi-tech crews handle larger jobs end-to-end

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Black Diamond Plumbing & Mechanical Inc.

4.9·6.6k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
6.6k
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Reviewers describe technicians arriving on time and explaining…
Repeat customer since 2019 reports up-front pricing with no…
Multiple reviewers describe technicians as patient and willing to…

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Tidy Tank Plumbing, Sewer, and Septic

4.9·1.1k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Solid pickSolid pick
4.9Google
1.1k
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Strengths
Septic emergency calls accommodated after-hours
Sump pump call answered within 45 minutes;
Septic techs document work with photos on the invoice and explain…
Concerns
One 2025 reviewer paid the $129 service fee but the quoted $600+…
A 2020 Yelp reviewer reports a scheduled, confirmed septic repair…
Repeat-pump complaint: 2020 review says system was pumped months…
Plumbing-side pricing flagged as steep

Lake Cook Plumbing Heating and Cooling

4.3·324 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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4.3Google
324
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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·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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4.8Google
58
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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

Ex-Stink Plumbing & Sewer

4.9·657 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In Fox LakeGoogle Verified
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AvoidAvoid
4.9Google
657
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Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Northern Lakes Plumbing and Sewer

5·131 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In Fox LakeGoogle Verified
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AvoidAvoid
5.0Google
131
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Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Family Rooter Plumbing and Sewer IL

4.8·144 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In Fox LakeGoogle Verified
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AvoidAvoid
4.8Google
144
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Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

K.B.I Sewer & Drainage

4.8·113 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In Fox LakeGoogle Verified
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AvoidAvoid
4.8Google
113
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Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Duane Blanton Round Lake

4.7·2.4k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In Fox LakeGoogle Verified
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4.7Google
2.4k
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Same-day install capability: old furnace from 1993 removed and…
Next-day turn on multi-stage work: Konnor estimated a filtration…
Reliability in tough conditions: David diagnosed and started…

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

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