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Top Rated Plumbers in San Francisco

#1

Heise's Plumbing

4.9
(1494 reviews)3.8 mi
Open Now24/7 EmergencyDrain Specialist

260 Ocean Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112, USA

(415) 333-0704
Overall Score96/100
Drain Cleaning Reviews
Dr. Jeffrey-Edmund Curry

Eduardo arrived promptly, got right to work, and finished the drain cleaning quickly. He also worked "clean" and gave useful advice on how to avoid clogged drains in a very old plumbing system. Five stars are not enough!

1 week ago
maha yana

Extraordinary and over the top customer service I had never come into contact with this company until I had an emergency in my apartment unit which flooded late at night. They sent people immediately. Communication was top-tier. They cleaned up everything before they left. I couldn’t be more thankful or more impressed by their customer service. Highly recommend.

3 weeks ago
Nancy Randall

Erick and Jordan did a fantastic job replacing old rusted leaking pipes in the bathroom (shower) interior, in the basement and exterior of the building. They are experienced, skilled and knowledgeable. I appreciated that they took the time to explain what they were doing. They both are very congenial and service oriented. It was a pleasure to work with them. I will definitely ask for them in the future! Satchiko and Xandra were both great at helping me schedule the full day of work that needed to be done, answered all my questions when I called several times and helped me coordinate meeting Erick and Jordan to show them a last minute toilet issue. Thomas was very skillful when he came to give an estimate. He has a keen eye and showed me potential issues I hadn’t noticed. I’m very satisfied with Heise’s work!

2 weeks ago
#2

Advanced Plumbing & Drain

4.9
(678 reviews)1.9 mi
Open Now24/7 EmergencyDrain Specialist

3450 Sacramento St #204, San Francisco, CA 94118, USA

(415) 917-1088
Overall Score91/100
Drain Cleaning Reviews
Cynthia Christopher

On Xmas day, the hot water faucet handle on my kitchen sink fell off and created a geyser. I called several plumbing companies who gave high consultation fees. Most weren’t available until the next day. Fortunately, I found Advanced Plumbing and Drain. Tim answered the phone and scheduled me for the next day between 7-8. Alex kept me updated as to his arrival time. I opened the door to a very friendly happy plumber who put us at ease. He was professional and knowledgeable. Alex did a quick fix at a fair price so that we could celebrate Christmas that day.

1 month ago
Cathleen Greene

Dean was awesome! Took care of clogged drain lines and installed a faucet at the kitchen sink. Also helped with adjusting the hot water in our shower stall. Professional, friendly, efficient and hard working! Couldn’t ask for more.

1 week ago
Robin Adler

Aaron gets an A for amazing. Awesome. Amiable. We will use Advanced if we ever have a plumbing need, and you should, too. Responsive on the phone. Quick appointment slot. Communicative when he was arriving. Love that I found this company!

1 month ago
#3

Arch Plumbing Inc.

4.9
(289 reviews)2.6 mi
Open Now24/7 EmergencyDrain Specialist

121 Quint St STE 5E, San Francisco, CA 94124, USA

(415) 325-2547
Overall Score91/100
Drain Cleaning Reviews
june cubacub

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Five-Star Service I recently had the pleasure of having Mark Berant service the shower drain in my apartment, and the experience was outstanding from start to finish. Mark arrived fully prepared, immediately understood the issue, and completed the job efficiently and with great professionalism. A little background—Mark is actually one of our lead technicians in the company, and after seeing his work firsthand, I now understand why he is considered one of the very best. His skill, confidence, and dedication truly stand out, and it’s clear why so many customers have appreciated him throughout his successful career. Mark, thank you for the exceptional service. Your work ethic and professionalism continue to inspire others to follow the path you’ve taken. You absolutely rock. — J, your humble fan

2 months ago
anh castro

Mark B. with Arch Plumbing Inc. was professional, knowledgeable and very helpful. He was polite and very gracious when I called to confirm the appointment and showed up on time. It was clear from the moment he enter the property and examined the boiler, the water storage tank, drainage system and a few other plumbing- related systems, that he knew what he was doing. He identified where there was an immediate need for service, and where things could wait if there are budgetary constraints. I felt that he was transparent and helpful- great reflection on his company, Arch Plumbing. During the walk- thru of the property, he patiently answered all my questions. I never felt that Mark was impatient, rude and even transactional. Mark is truly a great representative of Arch Plumbing. Clearly the company’s value is to provide quality work and great customer service as evidenced in their dispatch of Mark who definitely adhere to these values!

3 months ago
Paul Leone

I work for Mission Housing Development Corporation we build and manage several affordable housing properties in San Francisco. We can always count on Arch Plumbing day and night to accommodate our needs. We trust them to give us a fair price and do quality work. We’ve have them work on projects big and small, from leaks, to boiler replacements, to replacing pipes and sewers in major building rehabs. June and his crew get the job done right.

2 months ago
#4

Discount Plumbing Rooter Services

4.9
(2711 reviews)6.4 mi
Open Now24/7 EmergencyDrain Specialist

570 Sylvan St, Daly City, CA 94014, USA

(650) 977-3126
Overall Score89/100
Drain Cleaning Reviews
Lori Limchayseng

I was incredibly grateful for the help I received when the sewer backed up on a Sunday afternoon. I called at 3:30 PM and was told someone might arrive between four and six, but it was possible that it might be the next day. I was relieved when Antonio texted that he’d be there by 4:30 PM. He worked for two hours and was exceptionally thorough. I truly appreciated that he took the time to explain the situation, show me photos of the blockage, and offered thoughtful suggestions for next steps. Antonio was polite, efficient, and provided wonderful service during the situation. Highly recommend this company and Antonio.

1 week ago
Wilson You

I recently had my garbage disposal replaced, and I couldn’t be happier with the service! The technician Saul and his coworker Carlos were punctual, professional, and very knowledgeable. They explained the process clearly, worked efficiently, and left everything clean and tidy when the job was done. The new disposal works perfectly, and the whole experience was stress-free. Highly recommend this service to anyone needing plumbing work—they truly know what they’re doing

2 weeks ago
Kevo Leung

I had a great experience with Simon Peng. He was professional, punctual, and extremely knowledgeable. From the moment he arrived, he took the time to carefully assess the issue, explain what was going on in clear terms, and outline the best solution without any pressure. Simon worked efficiently and kept the area clean throughout the process. What really stood out was his honesty and attention to detail — he made sure everything was fixed properly and tested before leaving. His also gave my mother in law a senior discount. I would highly recommend their services

2 weeks ago
#5

Superior Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Services

4.9
(139 reviews)12.4 mi
Open Now24/7 EmergencyDrain Specialist

1000 13th St, Richmond, CA 94801, USA

(510) 222-7608
Overall Score84/100
Drain Cleaning Reviews
Rae

We were paired with Rudy and Oscar from Superior Plumbing through our home warranty company, and I couldn’t be more grateful. From start to finish, they were professional, courteous, and exceptionally thorough. True experts who take pride in their work and deliver outstanding results. A previous plumber had written our issue off as unfixable, but Rudy and Oscar approached it with patience, skill, and determination. The other plumber hadn’t even attempted to remove the cast iron pipe cap, but they recognized that was the key to gaining proper access to the line. It was extremely stuck, yet they had the right tools, expertise, and persistence to get it open and fully unclog the drain. They communicated clearly, respected our home, cleaned up afterward, and ensured everything was functioning properly before leaving. They also took the time to explain what had caused the issue and offered practical advice on how to help prevent it in the future . They never asked for a review or tried to upsell us on additional services — their only focus was resolving the problem correctly and completely. As new homeowners, we’re incredibly grateful for their professionalism and integrity. We will absolutely be rehiring Superior Plumbing (and specifically Rudy and Oscar) for any future plumbing needs. If I could give them more than five stars, I absolutely would.

3 months ago
Leanetta

It was a long drawn out process due to having to navigate inside the shower wall with all new parts. A cover plate was too small to cover the hole... that piece alone took over 2 months to receive. Three appointments later the job was done immaculately. Jose is a "Keeper for always!" The install became a whole day process, and not once did I hear frustration or agitation. He explained the alternate option and answered my questions and concerns. A genuinely excellent plumber with patience. The staff in the office always worked with my schedule and were professional and friendly with the reschedules. The pricing increased one time due to the extra work. I couldn't ask for more. Superior Plumbing is in my contacts for good!

4 months ago
Lucy Snow

Superior Plumbing returned my call within a couple of hours on a Sunday. Their plumber was on site 2-3 hours later and made a repair within 45 minutes. My houseguest was very pleased and I handled the whole thing from New Jersey! The cost was very reasonable for an emergency repair, under $300.

2 weeks ago
#6

O'Grady Plumbing

4.9
(173 reviews)2.8 mi
Open Now24/7 Emergency

1610 Evans Ave, San Francisco, CA 94124, USA

(415) 985-0155
Overall Score77/100
Drain Cleaning Reviews
Daphne Wilson

Very satisfied. Next-day appointment, arrived early in predicted time window. Jake was efficient and pleasant, quoted basic price up front after viewing backed-up basement drain in front. Sure enough, roots from old junipers. O'Grady had all the right stuff. Jake snaked all the way to back of house with visual, so "bonus" is report that general condition of drain is OK. Thanks!

1 year ago
Kevin Horrigan

Called at 1pm and they were out within 90 mins. I highly recommend this company. From their office staff to the technician that completed the work. They both were friendly and kept me up to date on progress with texts and pics (my choice as i was not on site). The tech found the issue and corrected it. 10 out 10 in my book. We will most definitely call again if the need arises.

1 year ago
Joan Moore

O'Grady is the best Plumbing company in San Francisco. Always responsive and curteous. I have called them hundreds of times over the years for problems big and small in my old house and they never disappoint. I have complete confidence in every one of the O'Grady staff. The do wonderful work.

1 year ago
#7

DRAIN BUSTERS PLUMBING

4.8
(25 reviews)3.7 mi
Open Now24/7 Emergency

5835 3rd St, San Francisco, CA 94124, USA

(415) 687-3566
Overall Score71/100
Drain Cleaning Reviews
Harry and Erin

Drainbusters has been the go-to plumber for our condo building for years. Ray is always professional, quick to respond, and reasonably priced. When we recently had an issue connecting with the city water lines, he offered us multiple options to resolve and kept the work space in our garage tidy. Thanks again, Ray and team!

11 months ago
Dr. Julie Cox

Thank you, Ray, for coming so quickly to fix the drain problems in our shower and at another time in our sinks. Thanks also for fixing a leaky pipe that caused our washing machine to flood the floor. With your immediate help we avoided a disaster!

11 months ago
Andy Khuong

We have had Ray and team come out a few times to help with plumbing issues within the past year - from a water heater replacement, leaking washer and dryer pipes that involved removing some drywall, and a major trench repair involving the city. Ray is very knowledgeable, thorough, and always provides updates. I highly recommend Ray's services!

11 months ago
#8

Hydro Plumbing & Rooter

5.0
(75 reviews)2.7 mi
Open Now24/7 Emergency

3450 3rd St STE 3E, San Francisco, CA 94124, USA

(415) 320-7660
Overall Score69/100
Drain Cleaning Reviews
Javier Flores

I don’t usually leave reviews, but Hydro Plumbing & Rooter really earned this one. I had a backed-up drain that two other plumbers couldn’t fix. A friend recommended Hydro Plumbing, and I’m so glad I called them. From the first call, they were professional and easy to deal with. The dispatcher gave me a same-day appointment, and the tech showed up right on time. He explained everything before starting, used a hydro-jet to clean out the line, and even showed me a video of the inside of the pipe when he was done. The water was flowing perfectly again. What really stood out to me was how respectful and clean they were. No mess, no guessing, no surprises when it came time to pay. The price was fair, and they actually cared about doing the job right. If you’re looking for a reliable hydro plumbing company that knows what they’re doing, Hydro Plumbing & Rooter is the one to call. I’ll definitely use them again for future plumbing work.

4 months ago
Christopher Meraz

I had an excellent experience with Hydro Plumbing! Their team was professional, punctual, and very knowledgeable. They quickly identified the issue and explained everything clearly before starting the work. The repair was done efficiently, and the quality was outstanding — everything works perfectly now. I really appreciated their honesty and fair pricing too. It’s rare to find a company that truly cares about their customers, but Hydro Plumbing definitely does. I highly recommend them to anyone in need of reliable plumbing services!

4 months ago
jonathang213 Guerrero

I had a fantastic experience with Hydro Plumbing & Rooter! From start to finish, their team was prompt, professional, and extremely knowledgeable. They quickly diagnosed the issue and explained everything clearly before beginning any work. The service was efficient, fairly priced, and the results exceeded my expectations. It’s not easy to find trustworthy plumbing companies these days, but Hydro Plumbing & Rooter really stands out. Highly recommended!

4 months ago
#9

Pros Plumber San Francisco

5.0
(37 reviews)3.4 mi
Open Now24/7 Emergency

2698 San Bruno Ave #101, San Francisco, CA 94134, USA

(628) 284-0446
Overall Score69/100
Drain Cleaning Reviews
Anna Gray

We experienced low hot water flow in the bathroom. Their plumbing team flushed the lines and fixed the blockage. The hot water pressure improved right away. Very satisfied.

1 week ago
Jeffrey Dyal

San Francisco Plumbing Service completed water softener repair and their experts replaced the faulty components carefully. The water feels much better. I thank them for the thorough work.

2 months ago
Izabelle Laylah

When our old unit finally gave out, we went with a new water heater installation. The plumber removed the old tank safely, installed the new system, checked every connection and walked us through maintenance tips. The hot water supply now feels stronger and more efficient.

2 months ago
#10

Dr. Drain Plumbing and Rooter

4.9
(208 reviews)12 mi
Open Now24/7 Emergency

1043 Pinehurst Ct, Millbrae, CA 94030, USA

(650) 686-0757
Overall Score67/100
Drain Cleaning Reviews
E C

Dickson and his team were so great to work with. We were caught in a bind with a water pipe leak - they were onsite within 30 minutes and quickly assessed the project and provided a quote. They were transparent with pricing and any possible additional work that could be required. The Dr. Drain team were incredibly professional, straightforward and no-nonsense. An absolute pleasure to work with and would highly recommend.

2 months ago
Scott Syme

I got 3 bids. I am so glad I chose Dr Drain. They have fair pricing, and they are on-time, they explain the issue and gave a fair bid to fix it. They are courteous, helpful and fixed the my plumbing problem. I highly recommend them for all plumbing repairs. I will use them again.

1 month ago
Rohit Kaul

Very professional and thorough folks. I called them for a same day emergency leak under the sink and they arrived within the hour. They diagnosed the issue and had everything ready in the van. After addressing the issue, Dandy also fixed the RO system installation that had led to the issue. I’d highly recommend them for all plumbing and RO water installation needs.

1 month ago
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Professional Drain Cleaning in San Francisco

Navigating the steep hills and historic streets of San Francisco shouldn't make finding a reliable plumber a chore. Whether you are living in a classic Victorian in the Haight or a modern condo in SoMa, a clogged drain is a major disruption that requires immediate attention. Our service is designed to take the guesswork out of home maintenance in the City by the Bay. Instead of you spending hours calling around, we proactively scan our network of certified San Francisco plumbers and filter them by your specific zip code. We go the extra mile by personally calling these professionals to confirm they have the 24-hour availability to handle your specific drain emergency right now. This ensures that when you connect with a pro, they are actually ready to head to your door, saving you time and frustration.

Common Drain Issues in San Francisco

Historic Infrastructure: Many San Francisco homes still utilize original cast iron or clay pipes. Over many decades, these materials corrode or shift, leading to frequent scale buildup and stubborn backups that require specialized professional snaking or hydro-jetting.

Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG): In a city known for its incredible food scene, residential kitchen drains often suffer from 'FOG' buildup. San Francisco's cooler coastal climate can cause grease to solidify even faster inside your pipes, creating concrete-like blockages deep in your system.

Root Intrusion in Leafy Districts: In neighborhoods like the Richmond or Presidio Heights, large ornamental trees and lush landscaping often result in thirsty roots seeking out moisture in aging sewer lines. This causes slow drains that eventually lead to total system failure if not cleared by a pro.

High-Density Plumbing Issues: Living in shared wall environments or multi-unit buildings common across SF means your drains are often connected to your neighbors'. A clog three floors up can cause a backup in your unit, requiring a plumber who understands the complex layout of San Francisco's urban architecture.

Seasonal Drain Maintenance Tips for San Francisco

Winter Rain Readiness: Before the Bay Area's winter atmospheric rivers arrive, ensure your outdoor area drains and trench drains are clear of debris to prevent garage or basement flooding.

Fog Season Maintenance: During San Francisco's high-humidity 'June Gloom,' keep an eye on floor drains in basements or laundry rooms. Moisture can trap dust and hair more easily, leading to slow drainage and musty odors.

Post-Holiday Pipe Care: After major San Francisco events or holiday gatherings, consider a preventative hydro-jetting. The extra strain on your system from guest usage and heavy kitchen prep often leads to New Year's Day clogs.

Seismic Inspections: While minor tremors are part of life in CA, even small shifts in the soil can misalign old pipes. If you notice a sudden change in drainage speed after a tremor, have a professional camera inspection performed immediately.

Average Drain Cleaning Costs in San Francisco

$225-$675

Drain cleaning costs in San Francisco reflect the city's high cost of living and the complexity of historic plumbing. Basic snaking for a single drain typically starts around $225, while emergency after-hours main line clearing or hydro-jetting can reach $675 or more.

Frequently Asked Questions about Drain Cleaning in San Francisco

How quickly can a plumber reach my San Francisco home?

Because we filter our network by your specific SF zip code and call to verify immediate availability, we can often find a certified plumber who can be at your door within 2 to 4 hours.

Do you offer emergency drain cleaning on weekends in SF?

Yes. Our service specifically verifies 24-hour availability, ensuring we connect you with San Francisco plumbers who are on-call and ready to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Are the plumbers in your network licensed for California work?

Absolutely. Every plumber we scan in our San Francisco network is a certified professional, licensed to operate within the state of California and insured to protect your property.

Can you help with drains in high-rise buildings in SoMa or Financial District?

Yes, our network includes specialists who understand the unique pressure-regulated plumbing systems found in San Francisco's high-rise and multi-unit residential buildings.

What if my drain issue is caused by tree roots?

Our verified San Francisco pros carry specialized equipment, such as heavy-duty augers and hydro-jetters, specifically designed to cut through root intrusions common in older SF neighborhoods.