Clogged Drain in Vernon Hills, IL
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Best Clogged Drain Pros in Vernon Hills
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Excel Plumbing
4.8·702 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Exceptional emergency response time: 2 reviewers report arrival…
Transparent pricing with no surprise charges: 3 reviewers…
Communicative throughout service: 4 of 5 reviewers mention clear…
Professional and courteous service staff: multiple reviewers note…
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Drain & Plumbing Services
5·280 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Exceptional long-term loyalty: one customer has used them for 7+…
Accurate time estimates and on-time arrival: multiple reviewers…
Transparent, fair pricing with no hidden fees or pressure…
Handles complex multi-system projects: new plumbing, water…
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YesXpress Plumbing
5·111 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Exceptional emergency response: arrived in the middle of the…
Fair pricing, especially on premium calls: two reviewers…
Goes above and beyond: one plumber spent 3+ hours making multiple…
Professional interpersonal skills: reviewers noted patience with…
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A&J Sewer Service
4.7·269 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Solid pick4.7Google
Strengths
Strong track record with long-term commercial clients;
Fast emergency response and problem diagnosis;
On-site technicians receive praise for friendliness and technical…
Concerns
Phone customer service displays unprofessional behavior;
Pricing appears above market rate with limited transparency;
Bills Plumbing & Sewer Inc.
4.9·243 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Exceptional emergency responsiveness: 2 of 5 reviews explicitly…
Competitive pricing: reviewer compared quotes from 8 competing…
Minimally invasive repairs: burst pipe repair required opening a…
Professional team with named technicians (Kurt O., Luis, John O.)…
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Drain Guys LLC
4.8·71 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
All 5 reviewers praise same-day or next-day responsiveness,…
4 of 5 reviewers explicitly mention transparent pricing with no…
All 5 reviewers cite excellent workmanship and attention to…
4 of 5 reviewers highlight Felix's communication style—explaining…
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JOSH-ROOTER Plumbing and Sewer
5·167 reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Exceptional emergency responsiveness: customer called at 9:30am…
5 of 5 reviews praise speed and efficiency—jobs completed faster…
4 of 5 reviews explicitly mention fair, honest, or reasonable…
5 of 5 reviews highlight professional communication and…
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Lakeside Plumbing, Inc.
4.9·117 reviews·
In Vernon HillsGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
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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SAV Plumbing Inc
5·90 reviews·
5 mi awayGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Andrey (owner) personally responds and runs the jobs
Same-day and holiday-weekend availability mentioned for water…
Specializes in water heater + sump pump installs with transparent…
Concerns
One reviewer notes prices run slightly above competing quotes,…
Warranty period shorter than some competitors per one reviewer
Regal Plumbers
4.6·20 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.6Google
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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B & A Plumbing, Inc.
4.9·98 reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Sewer line bid came in $1,500-2,500 below 3 competing quotes per…
New Year's Day flooded sump pump emergency met with on-site visit…
Multiple customers cite 25-30+ year relationships with the…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Maximum Plumbing inc.
4.9·106 reviews·
In Vernon HillsGoogle 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·
6 mi awayGoogle 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…
Fly Plumbing & HVAC
5·111 reviews·
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Reviewer reports emergency call answered with techs on-site…
Multiple repeat customers and condo-association referrals
Eight different techs (Tom, Alex, Taylor, Adrian, Ben, Brendan,…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Ford Plumbing
4.4·56 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle 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…
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 Vernon Hills 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 Vernon Hills 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 Vernon Hills?
Drain unclogging in Vernon Hills 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 Vernon Hills home is a health hazard. Don't delay getting it cleared.
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