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Clog Busters Drain Cleaning & Repair
3950 Vandalia Rd, Des Moines, IA 50317, USA
(515) 218-8566Nick and Austin have saved the day when my basement drain was overflowing. Turns out there was a massive built up of black sludge in my water line. They were both very professional and informative throughout the whole process. I would highly recommend this great team! I will be using them for all of my plumbing and drain cleaning needs. Photos added for yuck effect.
1 month agoJavi and Zach were amazing! I called in the morning at 10:30AM ( on a sunday too) with not a lot of hope our sewage backup issue will be resolved within the day. Javi and Zach came around 1:30pm and helped us out. They were very easy to talk to, did a wonderful job explaining what was wrong with our sewage pipe and took care of the root for us. They were here for almost 5 hours working nonstop. Javi even explained to us what to do in order to prevent this from happening in the future. We had a great experience with Clog Busters and recommend this company.
1 month agoMax was very pleasant even though we called and he came out 45 minutes from Des Moines! Max was quick and efficient with diagnosing our leak and even though he had to drive back to des moines and back to our house to replace our toilet at 8 pm, he did not make us feel like we were inconveniencing him. Our updated toilet is running as it should. Thank you Max and Clog busters!
1 month agoSmith's Sewer Service Inc.
4620 NW 62nd Ave, Johnston, IA 50131, USA
(515) 255-6063These guys answered the phone promptly on a chilly weekend during the worst cold snap. They swiftly diagnosed and resolved the septic issue, completing the repair the same day. Their exceptional employee customer service truly impressed me; it was top-notch.
3 weeks agoOur clogged drainage pipe was fixed in 20 minutes! Price was reasonable, just a bit over $100. The woman who answered my call may have been having a bad day but the man who arrived was kind, professional, and quick. I'd recommend Smith's Sewer Service!
1 month agoJeremy with Smith Sewers did a fantastic job. We had a ton of scale built up that wasn’t allowing proper water drainage and was able to diagnose the issue and fix it in a timely and efficient manner while explaining exactly what his process was!
3 weeks agoRooter Ranger
3400 SE Crossroads Dr Suite 400, Grimes, IA 50111, USA
(515) 325-1768I had a great experience with Rooter Ranger! They were quick to respond, professional, and got the job done right. My technician, Cody, was outstanding. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and took the time to explain everything before starting the work. He made sure the drain was completely cleared and cleaned up after he finished. If you’re looking for reliable and honest drain cleaning service, I highly recommend Rooter Ranger — and definitely ask for Cody!
1 week agoCody did a fantastic job cleaning my bathtub drain. It's running great. We also had a clogged toilet and he quickly got that going as well. Cody is super friendly as well as fast and efficient!! Thanks for the excellent service! We will call this company again in the future..
1 month agoEveryone was great! They were fast! No hard sales pitch! Giorgio our technician was prompt and knowledgeable. He quickly assessed the situation. Gave us options but most importantly fixed our clogged drain! He was very courteous. I can't say enough good about Rooter Ranger. I was skeptical of the $97 offer. Thinking there would be some "time-share" level sales pitches. But nope. $97 plus tax was the full costs!
3 weeks agoDes Moines Drain & Sewer
6666 NW 4th St, Des Moines, IA 50313, USA
(515) 289-2837Called for a main line clog. They had a technician here within a few hours. Jeff got the job done quickly with no BS. And price was more than affordable. I was so pleased with the the service we received!
2 weeks agoDSM Drain & Sewer is great. This was my second experience with them and I am very happy I know about them. They came out the same day I called. They were thoughtful and professional, and they fixed my problem. I will always use this company.
8 months agoPaul is the best! Cleared our vent pipe in about 10 seconds, friendly, and very very knowledgeable. Respectful and budget friendly. Other places wanted to go through our WALLS and charge thousands. So grateful for Paul!
5 months agoRoto-Rooter Des Moines
4005 SE Grimes Blvd, Grimes, IA 50111, USA
(515) 278-5668Honestly the worst company I’ve dealt with in a long time. We had someone come out to unclog our drain as sewer is backing up in our basement. They came out on an extremely cold day and stated they couldn’t unclog it due to it being too cold. We have now played phone tag with this company for over a week and a half almost 2 weeks as they kept saying they would come back “when it’s warmer” well it was 50 out today and we still had heard nothing so we called today and they originally said they would be out tomorrow and then called back and when my husband answered the phone the man on the other end stated “my manager said we are no longer servicing this account” and hung up giving us no chance to respond or ask questions. Mind you I already paid $350 for some guy to come look at my drain and say yeah I can’t do that today. Not to me that we now probably have mold growing in our basement due to them dragging us along for no obvious reason. I will be contacting the BBB and County Attorney as I have proof of payment and proof of no services completed. Which my friends is theft. I would never recommend anyone to this company. Thank you!
1 month agoPlease do not call this company. They came out to clear my drain. Was told around $300, ended up being $400+ They did not stick around to make sure all drains in my basement were clear. They told me to do that, I did and it backed up again. Got put on a waitlist for rework. They no showed, told me it was too cold even though my clean out is inside my house. Please call a reputable company that will do the entire job!
1 month agoWe had Anthony (#159) he was GREAT! He was timely, kind, did great work and made great recommendations all for an amazing price! He throughly explained what he did and then what to do for the future, answered all my questions, and even showed me a feature about my washer I didn’t know about!! Thank you Anthony! If and when we need service again, I’ll call Roto-Rooter and request Anthony (#159)!
4 months agoZippy Drain
30033 Zippy Dr, Dallas Center, IA 50063, USA
(515) 471-3334Nate came over and unclogged our bathtub drain today. He was very pleasant, was very nice to our kids and even said hello to all of our pets. He was fast and professional and very reasonably priced. Would call Zippy 100% next time we need help. 10/10
2 months agoVery happy with my experience hiring Zippy drain. Seth and Chris were very thorough with diagnosing a drain line break and Chris was just as thorough with the fix ensuring that where they replaced the drain was the only spot with rotted pipe. The customer service was also kind and informative when I called with a bunch of questions prior to hiring them, and also easy to communicate with scheduling. Overall good experience and I will be using them again in the future.
5 months agoHave used Zippy Drain twice and they were great. They went above and beyond and got my issues resolved. They were affordable, quick schedule time, good communication, and efficient. Highly recommend.
2 months agoMr. Rooter Plumbing of Des Moines
3560 SW Brookside Dr, Grimes, IA 50111, USA
(515) 379-8310Same day service and right on time! Mark diagnosed my drain problem immediately and made several tweaks to tide me over until I make a decision about a permanent solution. Very helpful and informative. Definitely no hard sell tactics which I appreciated. Reasonable pricing. The number of 5-star reviews are well deserved!
1 month agoCalled them out to have a look at a sewer line that was leaking right where it exits the house. The person on the phone was polite and helpful - she gave me a date and time someone would arrive and what to expect. Mark showed up right on time and was super friendly. He looked things over, explained everything that he saw (the leak was in a section of suuuper old pipe that was a horrendous conflageration of Y's and T's and couplers and patches that was partially embedded in the foundation wall, so it wasn't easy to tell exactly what was leaking) and what kinds of options I had. He gave me pros and cons of each option, never tried to push anything or "up-sell". He wanted to confer with another technician before giving an official estimate (like I said, the pipes were a mess) but gave me an off-the-cuff "guesstimate" so I had an idea what to expect. He e-mailed me an official quote within a couple hours that was right in line with his guesstimate so I scheduled them to come back to do the work. They showed up right on time again with a full crew to get the work done - everyone was friendly and polite. The job took a full day and Mark came to talk to me multiple times to let me know what they had done, any "surprises" they had found (there were a couple) and went over how they were going to tackle them. Communication was great, the rat's nest of pipes looks 1000% better, the leak is gone and they completely cleaned up the work area when they were done (the corner of my basement is actually cleaner now than when they started). There was excavation that had to get done outside which left extra dirt (which was expected) and they were very good about making sure the extra dirt was cleaned up and moved so it was out of the way. I am completely satisfied with the work that was done and would 100% recommend them.
4 months agoGreat experience overall - Joe T was super friendly, helpful and got the problem fixed right away.
1 month agoBell Brothers Heating, Cooling & Plumbing
2822 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313, USA
(515) 318-5856Husein came over and he was very knowledgeable. Helped show me my heating system (Carrier) and that it basically has a computer system and was throwing some error codes. Cleaned out exhaust and return ventilation and replaced the drain hose. I was impressed and signed up for their plumbing (water heater), heater and air conditioning yearly maintenance plan. Told me some of the items that I could do improve my system. Very knowledgable dude. Thank you Husein and Bell Brothers! 🙏
3 months agoMy husband and I’s furnace went out right before our wedding. Not ideal. We had some repairs done by Bell Brothers earlier in the year and they were happy to help us with a financial plan. They replaced our furnace while we were away on our honeymoon. They were very respectful of our home and updated us appropriately. We returned to a warm home. Additionally, we got a very thoughtful letter and wedding gift in the mail. Truly a great experience working with them.
1 month agoBell Brothers did an excellent job installing my new furnace. From start to finish, the process was smooth, professional, and stress-free. A special shoutout to Bryan Fundermann, who did a fantastic job explaining options, answering all my questions, and making sure everything was handled properly. The installation team was punctual, courteous, and left the area clean. We’re very happy with the quality of work and the overall experience. Highly recommend Bell Brothers and Bryan Fundermann
1 month agoSchaal Plumbing, Heating and Cooling
5670 NW Beaver Dr, Johnston, IA 50131, USA
(515) 207-2272He was amazing to work with. He was on time. He fixed our drain quickly and answered all our questions. Super friendly and professional. We have used Schaal for our last 3 projects and they will continue to get our business. Clear communication and got us help right away. Keep up the superior service!
1 month agoI had a furnace issue and called some places and only Schaal was able to come on a Saturday. The technician, Cole was great. He worked quickly and explained everything very well after he finished. He did a great job and I would recommend them.
2 weeks agoShowed up promptly on time. Wore booties inside so not to track mud in. They did forget to double check if they got one of the cold air returns all cleaned out and blew dust all over the living room. Broke one of my floor vents and left dirt and debris on downstairs bathroom counter. They cleaned up the living room as best they could and offered to mop but I told them I would do it.
5 months agoHolt Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
1202 Thomas Beck Rd Suite 101, Des Moines, IA 50315, USA
(515) 992-2250Trent with Holt was excellent! He went above and beyond to troubleshoot our primary shower by disassembling it and calling two vendors who did not have the part which is when he went above and beyond finding the part on line. In addition, I had a question about a whole home filtration system and he took the time to educate me extensively. Trent with Holt provided white glove customer which was greatly appreciated!
4 months agoKnowledgeable and friendly. David was on time and fixed our issue. We had multiple techs at our house today for various reasons. I did offer the techs $20 to fight on my front lawn for my own entertainment reasons. My offer was politely declined. Holt always has the most professional staff. Would recommend. Thanks!
1 month agoMatt the Service Tech is very good at. His job. The service was in my view, fairly quick, but very thorough. Matt showed me the different aspects of his service and inspection of my system, which made me comfortable knowing that my system was in great working condition. Two “Big Thumbs Up” to Matt.
3 weeks agoProfessional Drain Cleaning in Des Moines
From the historic charm of Sherman Hill to the growing suburbs of West Des Moines, a clogged drain can bring any Iowa household to a standstill. Whether it’s a slow-draining kitchen sink or a serious main line backup, you need a solution that doesn't involve hours of waiting on hold. Des Moines residents deal with unique plumbing challenges, including aging infrastructure in older neighborhoods and the heavy sediment often found in local water sources. Our service changes the way you find plumbing help in the 515. We don’t just give you a list of names; we actively scan our network of certified Des Moines plumbers and filter them based on your specific zip code. Most importantly, we call them ourselves to verify they have a technician available to solve your drain issue today. We do the legwork so you can get back to your life, whether that's heading to a Cubs game at Principal Park or enjoying the Downtown Farmers’ Market.
Common Drain Issues in Des Moines
Historic neighborhoods like Beaverdale and South Park often feature older clay sewer pipes. Over time, the mature oak and maple trees common in these areas send roots searching for moisture, which can penetrate and collapse older lines, leading to frequent backups.
Des Moines is known for its hard water, which is rich in minerals like calcium and magnesium. These minerals build up inside your pipes over time, creating a 'scaling' effect that catches hair and soap scum, eventually narrowing the pipe until it clogs completely.
Being situated at the confluence of the Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers means some areas are prone to a high water table. During heavy Iowa rainstorms, floor drains in basements can back up if the local sewer system is overwhelmed or if your backwater valve isn't functioning correctly.
In newer developments in areas like Ankeny or Waukee, modern plumbing can still fall victim to 'flushable' wipes and kitchen grease. During the cold Iowa winters, grease poured down the drain solidifies much faster in the cold underground pipes, leading to stubborn blockages that require professional hydro-jetting.
Seasonal Drain Maintenance Tips for Des Moines
Spring: With the Des Moines spring rains, ensure your basement floor drains and sump pump discharge lines are clear of debris to prevent flooding during heavy thunderstorms.
Summer: Peak growing season means tree roots are most active. If you notice gurgling sounds in your toilets during the summer months, have your main line inspected before a full blockage occurs.
Fall: Before the first Iowa freeze, clear out your outdoor trench drains and ensure your garden hose is disconnected to prevent ice from backing up into your interior plumbing.
Winter: The holiday season brings heavy kitchen use. Avoid putting fibrous scraps like potato peels or heavy fats down the disposal, as cold pipes will cause them to clog almost instantly.
Average Drain Cleaning Costs in Des Moines
Prices in Des Moines typically range based on the severity of the clog. A simple sink snake starts lower, while main sewer line clearing or hydro-jetting for root removal can reach the higher end of the scale.
Frequently Asked Questions about Drain Cleaning in Des Moines
How quickly can you find a plumber in Des Moines for me?
Because we filter by your specific zip code and call the plumbers directly to confirm availability, we can often find a pro who can be at your Des Moines home within a few hours.
Do you cover suburbs like West Des Moines, Ankeny, and Urbandale?
Yes! Our network covers the entire Des Moines metropolitan area. We filter by your specific zip code to ensure the plumber we find is actually available to service your neighborhood.
Why are the drains in my older Des Moines home constantly clogging?
Many older homes in Des Moines have cast iron or clay pipes. These materials are susceptible to corrosion and root intrusion, which catch debris and cause recurring clogs that usually require professional cleaning.
Does the hard water in Iowa affect my drains?
Absolutely. Des Moines' mineral-heavy water causes scale buildup. This narrows the diameter of your pipes over time, making it much easier for everyday waste to get stuck.
Is 24-hour emergency drain cleaning available?
Yes. When we scan our Des Moines network, we specifically look for technicians who offer 24/7 service and call to verify they can respond to your emergency immediately.