Best Clogged Drain Pros in Bethesda
#1Conditional Hire
Michael & Son Services
4.9Clogged Drain: 91/100
“impeccable service with the utmost professionalism. He's a great and reliable plumber”
#2Conditional Hire
Hicks Plumbing Services
4.8Clogged Drain: 90/100
“worked late after dark and came back again multiple times to ensure things were handled properly”
#3Conditional Hire
Len the Plumber Heating & Air, LLC
4.7Clogged Drain: 90/100
“careful to keep the worksite clean and well marked”
All Clogged Drain Pros in Bethesda
Michael & Son Services
4.9·1.7k reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Same-day or near-immediate dispatch on emergencies (deep-freeze…
Techs walk customers through options and findings before working
Handles cross-trade jobs (plumbing + HVAC + electrical) under one…
Concerns
First tech occasionally can't resolve issue, requiring a second…
Hicks Plumbing Services
4.8·348 reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Reviewer specifically noted Hicks was the only firm to send a…
Easter Sunday and holiday dispatch documented with on-call…
15-year repeat customer relationships cited;
Tony declined to charge a customer for a 15-minute educational…
Concerns
One reviewer noted prices ran 'a bit higher than expected' though…
Len the Plumber Heating & Air, LLC
4.7·7.1k reviews·
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pick4.7Google
Strengths
Online booking to on-site arrival in 2 hours
Live-tracker for tech ETA repeatedly mentioned as a…
Strong on water heaters (specialty score 84), drains (90), and…
Concerns
One reviewer notes appointment confirmations didn't arrive until…
Pricing-fairness score of 65 reflects specific notes that work…
John R Plumbing LLC – Emergency Plumbing, Water Heater & Drain Service
4.9·197 reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Multiple reviewers describe John responding within an hour to…
Tankless water heater conversions mentioned by 3+ reviewers with…
Repeat customers — 4+ reviewers mention using him 'multiple…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
The Plumbing Dr
4.7·358 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pick4.7Google
Strengths
BBB-accredited A+ with 46 years in business
Named techs (Dr. Ture, Trey) repeatedly get callouts for thorough…
Strong specialty signal for water heater (89) and emergency (91)…
Concerns
Mixed reports on whether the same level of service holds across…
A reviewer reports a $341 overrun on a $1,190 quoted pipe…
One reviewer describes a 90-minute late arrival followed by a…
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
5·239 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Proceed with care5.0Google
Strengths
Single tech (Jaime Moreno) named in 20+ of the most recent…
On-time arrivals with 40-minute heads-up calls reported
Water heater, repipe specialties scored 89 and 88 respectively
Concerns
Severe cross-platform discrepancy: Google 5.0 vs Yelp 2.6…
Quality apparently hinges on one named tech (Jaime)
Yelp rating sits at 2.6 (14 reviews) versus Google 5.0 (239)
Multiple reviewers explicitly note 'prices kind of high' even…
Service Force Plumbing
4.9·674 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Fast arrival is a dominant pattern (fast_response cited 24 times)
Multi-day, multi-tech jobs (sewer camera, water-line,…
Reviewers cite upfront pricing and 6-year parts-AND-labor…
Concerns
Surprise_fees flagged once
Len The Plumber Heating & Air, LLC
4.9·1.5k reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Weekend/holiday dispatch documented twice (heat emergency 'worked…
Major sanitary drain line + garbage disposal combo job handled…
Day-after-ice-storm dispatch to a coat-closet leak with cost…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
2020 Drain Clean & Plumbing
4.9·377 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Re-piped an entire house at 'an incredible price' after stopping…
Le cleared a bath sink clog two previous plumbers couldn't, then…
Tankless water heater diagnosed and replaced quickly at a…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Service Force Plumbing
4.9·130 reviews·
In BethesdaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Water heater replacement is a documented strength including…
Water-line repair quotes beat competitors by more than $3K in one…
Same-day-plumber cited 6 times with workmanship cited 15 times…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Brian B. Quick Plumbing
4.8·1.5k reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Weekend and emergency response is consistent…
Faucet, toilet, and disposal repair work draws repeat praise…
Technicians cited by name for taking creative cost-effective…
Concerns
1-star review documents cracked bathtub tile and an…
Expensive cited 5 times and one 1-star reviewer reports…
Baumbach Plumbing & Remodeling services llc
4.9·117 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
After-hours dispatch repeatedly cited
Owner walked a customer through shutting off the water line by…
Diagnostic honesty flagged
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Len The Plumber Heating & Air, LLC
4.6·8.3k reviews·
5 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.6Google
Strengths
Same-day and weekend dispatch is well-documented…
Water heater work draws detailed positive reviews (water-heater 7…
One reviewer cites returning at no extra charge to redo a toilet…
Concerns
Expensive cited 3 times with 13 plumber-cost mentions;
Exclusive Plumbing LLC
4.8·86 reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Cesar replaced a leaking toilet and a garbage disposal next-day…
Sam Mosely worked until the problem was found and fixed…
Cut and replaced a leaking pipe sitting on 2x4 framing inside a…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
PlumberBee
5·97 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Faucet and fixture work cited in 21 of 99 reviews
Multi-task visits — one reviewer had faucet, garbage disposal,…
Heat-pump water heater install followed up by call-back two…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
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 Bethesda 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 Bethesda 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 Bethesda?
Drain unclogging in Bethesda 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 Bethesda home is a health hazard. Don't delay getting it cleared.
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