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Top Rated Plumbers in Schenectady, New York
Fast Flow Sewer & Drain Service
2503 Duanesburg Rd, Duanesburg, NY 12056, USA
(518) 764-4766We are beyond grateful for this family owned business! We had an emergency plumbing/septic issue on MLK Day in a new home we recently purchased (lots of businesses were closed). Brandon, Fast Flow Sewer & Drain came out to assess the situation & helped us get his partner company, A1 Quality Septic out the next day to pump our septic tank. Rebecca was amazing with coordinating & beyond kind with her solution oriented suggestions. The whole family is very communicative. They allowed us to ask questions & willing to help us navigate the issues we are experiencing. Brandon returned the following day after the tank was pumped & we continued to have an issue. His patience & willingness to help truly alleviated our anxiety about the whole situation. We will absolutely continue to use Fast Flow Sewer & Drain & their partner company, A-1 Quality Septic - highly recommend both!! I don’t want to fail to mention, Brandon came out to help me even after JUST HAVING KNEE SURGERY! Quality guy!!
4 months ago10/10 My grandparents had a leaking septic pipe and Fast flow responded in a timely manor, addressed the issue came back with parts and replaced! Highly recommend! 👍🏻
3 months agoThey are great if if you have a clog ,they will fix it. definitely lack of knowledge and may cost more than you should pay or not thats your call. Had them redo old plumbing and had nothing but problems with it, after the kitchen sink would plug every year i decided to look into it water was flowing uphill to a fitting that was bent into another fitting a fernco that always had a stench downstairs just spent 8 hours re plumbing what they should of done pipes where completely clogged,so no long sweep fittings and ferco fittings,to bend uphill. Im am not impressed very poor quality work
11 months agoApex Sewer & Drain Cleaning
872 Albany Shaker Rd #1416, Latham, NY 12110, USA
(518) 785-0795Years ago, I was willing to attempt some of these plumbing tasks myself, but learned quickly hiring a pro to do the work yielded excellent work. We have liked Apex Sewer & Drain Cleaning so much that we recently hired them for a 3rd time and the most recent occurrence resolved issues with a fancy shower and my wife was thrilled with the results! The funny thing is that we had a contractor replace our entire bathroom, but we had more confidence in Apex then the original contractor!
3 months agoI cannot say enough good things about this plumbing company. They responded immediately and came out to my house at 10 PM, which alone speaks volumes about their commitment to customers. They stayed for over two hours, working diligently and thoroughly to try to diagnose and fix the issue. When it became clear the problem was related to the city sewer, they were incredibly honest and professional—and didn’t even charge me. Even after leaving, they stayed in constant contact with me by phone and text, making sure I knew exactly what to say to the city sewer department. They even sent photos to help explain the situation and continued checking in to make sure everything was resolved and that I was okay. This level of integrity, communication, and genuine care is rare. They went above and beyond in every possible way, and I would recommend them without hesitation to anyone who needs a trustworthy, responsive, and truly compassionate plumbing team.
4 months agoI needed the main line cleaned out and called Apex at 8:30am. Cody and Brian arrived at the house 40 minutes later. They were pros and had the problem fixed in 30 minutes. Awesome.
3 months agoRotor-Matic Sewer & Drain Solutions - Drain Cleaning
720 4th St, Watervliet, NY 12189, USA
(518) 465-8000After a very frustrating experience with another plumbing company that spent hours and failed to resolve our washing machine drain clog, Charlie was a breath of fresh air. From the moment he arrived, he was friendly, professional, and took the time to ask thoughtful clarifying questions before starting any work. He clearly explained his diagnostic approach and made sure I was comfortable with each step. Charlie began at the P-trap and verified proper flow by having me flush the toilet, then worked methodically back toward the washing machine standpipe. He used the appropriate equipment, including a drain snake and controlled water testing from the wall connection, and was able to fully clear the clog without causing any flooding or mess. It was obvious he knew exactly what he was doing and approached the job with care and precision. The entire issue was resolved in about an hour, and the price was extremely fair at $250—especially after we had already spent significantly more with no resolution elsewhere. Charlie’s professionalism, technical skill, and respectful communication made a stressful situation much easier. We are incredibly grateful and will absolutely be using this company again in the future. Highly recommend.
3 months agoOur sewer line was clogged and frozen. We couldn’t run any water, shower or use the bathroom. Made a call this morning to Rotor Matic sewer and drain solutions. A young 24 year old very articulate, knowledgeable and sympathetic young man arrived several hours later and within an hour had solved the problem and we were up and running. The price was very fair and well worth just the advice he provided. His name on the card is Zaden Smith and I have 100% confidence in recommending him and this business !!
3 months agoI had a partial blockage in my main septic line which started acting up over the weekend. I had the tank pumped which was necessary, but didn’t fix my issue. I called Rotor-Matic on Sunday morning and was quoted an incredibly reasonable price. Zaden, the technician, kept in touch with me by phone as he worked his way to my house; he was courteous, knowledgeable, and took care of my problem in short order. This company is simply the best. These guys work hard and are honest, trustworthy, clean, and just nice people on top off doing great work. These guys are the real deal……
8 months agoTHE PLUMBING GOD
1358 Lark St, Schenectady, NY 12306, USA
(518) 878-2684Bill is a reliable, licensed, and experienced professional. He returned my call for help immediately, instantly setting up a time to assess my plumbing problem. He arrived on time the scheduled date, was polite, considerate, and worked efficiently to unclog my kitchen sink.....all for a reasonable price. . I recommend this plummer 110%. You can't go wrong if you hire him.
3 months agoLast week is the second time I've had Bill do plumbing work at my house. It's an old house and he is the man for the job! He scheduled the work at a time that was convenient for me. He was right on time. Did an excellent job the first time. We even talked about some future work I'd like to have done. As always, very polite, and considerate of my home and pets. My new modern bathroom sink looks great!
5 months agoBill replaced our hot water heater after a leak on a Sunday. Answered my call Sunday morning and by mid-afternoon our new hot water heater was installed for a great price. Give Bill a call for any plumbing needs - you won't regret it.
6 months agoMr. Rooter Plumbing of Saratoga Springs
1240 Saratoga Rd Ste C, Ballston Spa, NY 12020, USA
(518) 300-4177My wife and I had a terrible experience with this company. They came out to repair a clogged pipe and were on site for over two hours but failed to fix the problem. Worse, they left the sink leaking and told my wife the issue was fully repaired, then charged us. After realizing the problem was not fixed, we called another company, who resolved the issue in about 30 minutes. The most frustrating part was dealing with ownership regarding a refund. The owner laughed at my wife when she requested one, assured her it would be issued, and now nearly two weeks later we are still waiting. When we called again, the owner was rude and told us we would have to drive 30 minutes to their office to pick up a refund check and wouldn’t just refund our card. If you are looking for a company that is reputable, stands by their work, and treats customers with respect, I strongly recommend avoiding this company
5 months agoHad a clogged and broken sewer line from the house out into the street. John, Josh,Chris and Tom showed up at job site, analyzed the problem and began work immediately. This was a major job , with unforeseen problems, yet John and his crew tackled each issue professionally and promptly. The amount they charged for the job , was very reasonable compared to other plumbing companies in my area. I will be using Mr.Rooter for any plumbing issues in the future. It was a pleasure getting to know John, as well as his crew. I highly recommend Mr.Rooter for any plumbing work a person may need.
2 years agoKind, courteous, professional, knowledgable, skillfull, and incredibly friendly too! What more could you want out of a plumber or any service provider for that matter? In fact, I couldn't have been happier with the entire team from Mr. Rooter of Saratoga Springs - from my first interaction with Karen on the phone through Tyler promptly arriving at my home to scope my system and provide a fair quote through meeting John and the team as the repairs got underway. This is one great operation and one I'll be using for years to come!
8 months agoDrain-O-Matic Plumbing & Drain Cleaning
4 G Vatrano Rd, Albany, NY 12205, USA
(518) 577-2366The Technician showed up withing 30 minutes of my call and was very professional in dealing with our problem. I would Highly recommend Drain-o Matic for any plumbing needs
3 months agoDrain-O-Matic just cleared our main drain/trap in our house in Colonie NY. It was a good experience. They were able to schedule for same day, just a couple hours wait, gave a nice/narrow 2 hour time window, and communicated when they were on their way.
6 months agoAidan was a great help came to unclog my pipes in less than a hour and very great customer experience
3 months agoPower Rooter
10 Pine St, Latham, NY 12110, USA
(518) 944-5917Mike is awesome! I called with an issue with the house pipe being clogged and a flood in my basement. He had a busy schedule, but fit me in. He's a life saver! He identified and corrected the issue right away. I highly recommend him.
10 years agoThis guy came highly recommended to us, when we had a major plumbing issue with a clogged pipe. We attempted to call him several times. We called both numbers on the business card we were given several times. The one number we had went right to a voicemail & didn’t identify as a business (we did leave voicemail messages), the second number was the business line, however because the mailbox was full we weren’t able to leave a message. I also, tried to contact him via website. Unfortunately, we were unable to get ahold of this guy and he never returned our calls or messages. Unfortunately, we had to use another company. I feel this is very poor business and would not recommend.
1 year agoMike was excellent to deal with. He came the day I called and was personable, price exactly as quoted on the phone and handled the sewer clog efficiently. I would use his service again in a heartbeat.
7 years agoUpstate Plumbing, Heating & Excavation, Inc.
152 Barhydt Rd, Schenectady, NY 12302, USA
When our main sewer line became completely plugged one evening, Jamie at Upstate Plumbing was on the case. While he offered to come out immediately, he also said he could be at our house first thing in the morning if we wanted to save some money and avoid an after-hours call — very upfront and professional. He arrived early (and called from the driveway to make sure his early arrival was ok) and quickly determined the issue. He was fast, efficient, personable, and had the job completed before the time he was actually scheduled to arrive. Bonus points for his professional recommendations to avoid similar issues going forward! He will definitely continue to get my business in the future and I would wholeheartedly recommend him to others.
8 months agoJamie fixed my leaky drain under my kitchen sink. He was on time for our appointment (which we were able to make for the following day) and did a wonderful job.He was professional and reasonably priced. I would definitely recommend him!
9 months agoCalled Jamie Monday morning after noticing a leak in our plumbing that was causing damage to our finished basement. I texted him a photo of the pipe once we exposed it. He called back promptly, and after establishing that the situation was under control for the time being, expected to be out on Wednesday. He was then able to get to us Tuesday morning, assessed the problem, and fixed the job, charging us exactly what he quoted when we spoke. Quality work from a professional who does all the work himself, local to Schenectady and fairly priced is something that isn't always easy to come by. I have the utmost confidence in his workmanship, recommend him highly, and plan to call him in the future when we need plumbing repairs!
4 months agoLeckonby’s Plumbing And Drain Cleaning
1660 Main St, Pattersonville, NY 12137, USA
(518) 526-3166I had a great experience with Leckonby’s Plumbing and cannot recommend them enough. I called on a Sunday night about a leak in my water line and was contacted back in less than an hour. After explaining what was going on, they scheduled me for the very next day, which was a huge relief. James came out while I had family in town, so my house was a bit chaotic, but it did not bother him at all. He fixed the leak and also re-piped my kitchen sink’s drain and water lines. He was professional, respectful, and even great with my dogs, which we really appreciated. What stood out most was his work ethic. He stayed focused the entire time and did not stop until the job was fully done and done right. It is clear he takes pride in his work and cares about his customers. James was responsive, reliable, and trustworthy!
4 months agoAs kind as he was to deal with, unfortunately he had signs in agreement to replace a pressure tank, which he did a very nice job doing, and then was also paid upfront to put a trap in underneath our crawlspace. We did advise him. He was too big to be able to fit under there, and if he was unable to have somebody, we totally understood he informed us it would not be an issue After several weeks of going back-and-forth being told he had issues and other problems going on we were very understanding eventually he blocked our phone And at this point, it's not about the $300. It's the principle of the fact that he blew us off and is now putting it back on us. We have suffered enough for not doing a home inspection. We are aware of the mistakes that we had made you were hired because you were a licensed and insured Plumber from a friend, and it truly made us feel like you were able to do the job at this time due to your aggression in this matter, I am going to have to contact your insurance company and file a claim and yes 300 as a drop in the bucket if we didn't have enough, we would've never gave you money upfront to start a job which you never came back to finish I think we were more than fair. We've given you a year to make good on this and all we ask was that you returned the $300 now you are going to force me on principal to go through the insurance company or even a civil suit and turn you into the Better Business Bureau your wife as an insurance agent knows that's not gonna look good for you. We do have all the receipts so I would appreciate if you could contact me personally leave my husband out of it and make good on it. We both know what you did was wrong and if you're doing so well with your business returning the 300 you took from us should not be a big deal. I would've loved to have given you a better review.
1 year agoJames is extremely knowledgeable and responsive. Highly recommend James as plumber. I’ve used him twice for projects and he does a thorough job getting it done!
5 months agoBargain Plumbing and Heating
779 River St, Troy, NY 12180, USA
(518) 545-4545Oscar and Jesus saved the day in an emergency situation and I'm so grateful! We only have 1 bathroom and our main was severely backed up. They arrived promptly within 90 minutes, worked diligently, told me everything they were doing and even had a high powered snake to do the job. The price was definitely a bargain, $200 cheaper than other quotes. I needed emergency service and got that plus more. I highly recommend Bargain plumbing and heating. You will be so happy you chose them.
8 months agoWe use Bargain Plumbing for all of our plumbing needs. Running a large commercial building, Eddy and Kush are our one and only call for any/all plumbing needs. Fast service, always answers the phone, and very respectful. I've worked with a lot of plumbers over the years and Bargain Plumbing is above them all. Eddy & Kush take pride in their work and will always do it the right way. Don't hesitate calling Bargain Plumbing, you won't be disappointed.
7 months agoI had a generator tech come out and he was great very efficient personable and was able to explain everything in a way anyone could understand matt Simon is absolutely fantastic and I hope everyone can have a tech like that.
6 months agoProfessional Drain Cleaning in Schenectady, New York
Dealing with a backed-up sink or a flooded basement in the Electric City shouldn't be a source of stress. Schenectady's mix of historic architecture in the Stockade District and growing suburban neighborhoods means that plumbing needs are as diverse as the city itself. Whether you're dealing with century-old clay pipes or modern PVC systems, finding a technician who is actually available is the biggest hurdle.
Our service removes the guesswork from local home repairs. Instead of you spending your afternoon calling through a list of businesses only to hear they are booked up, we take the lead. We scan our network of certified Schenectady plumbers, filter them by your specific zip code, and personally call them to confirm they have a truck available to solve your drain issue today.
Common Drain Issues in Schenectady, New York
Aging Sewer Laterals: Many of Schenectady's older residential areas feature original sewer lines that are prone to shifting or hairline cracks. These minor structural issues often trap debris, leading to recurring main line backups that require professional clearing.
Invasive Tree Roots: In neighborhoods like Upper Union and Bellevue, mature maple and oak trees are common. Their roots are naturally drawn to the moisture in sewer lines, frequently penetrating joints and causing dense, stubborn blockages that standard consumer cleaners can't touch.
Hard Water Mineral Buildup: The water profile in the Capital Region can lead to mineral scaling inside your pipes. Over time, this creates a rough surface that catches hair, soap scum, and food particles, significantly narrowing the flow of your drains.
Historic Plumbing Constraints: Homes in Schenectady's historic districts often have narrow pipe diameters or unconventional layouts. These systems require a delicate touch and specialized equipment to clear clogs without damaging the integrity of the vintage plumbing.
Basement Floor Drain Backups: With the local geography and seasonal heavy rains, basement floor drains in Schenectady are under constant pressure. When these clog, it creates a high risk of water damage to finished basements and storage areas.
Seasonal Drain Maintenance Tips for Schenectady, New York
Spring Thaw Inspections: As the snow melts in Upstate NY, ensure your outdoor area drains and basement sump pits are clear of debris to prevent seasonal flooding.
Summer Root Maintenance: Late summer is the peak growing season for tree roots in Schenectady. If you've had slow drains in the past, a preventative camera inspection now can save you a midnight emergency later.
Fall Leaf Management: Before the first freeze, clear all leaves and organic matter from your driveway and patio drains. If these freeze while blocked, the expansion can crack your drainage pipes.
Winter Pipe Protection: Schenectady winters are brutal. Ensure any drain lines running through unheated crawlspaces are properly insulated to prevent ice dams from forming inside the pipes, which can cause immediate backups.
Average Drain Cleaning Costs in Schenectady, New York
Standard drain cleaning in Schenectady typically ranges from $150 to $475. Prices vary based on the location of the clog (e.g., a simple sink trap vs. a main sewer line), the equipment required, and whether you need emergency after-hours service.
Frequently Asked Questions about Drain Cleaning in Schenectady, New York
How quickly can you find a plumber in Schenectady?
Because we filter by your specific zip code and call to verify availability immediately, we can often find a certified Schenectady plumber who can be at your door within 2 to 4 hours.
Do you service the Stockade District and older parts of Schenectady?
Yes. Our network includes plumbers who are experienced with the unique challenges of Schenectady’s historic plumbing systems, including clay pipes and narrow lateral lines.
What happens if I have a drain emergency at night or on the weekend?
We specialize in 24-hour availability verification. We will call the on-call technicians in our Schenectady network to ensure they are actually available to respond to your emergency before we connect you.
Are the plumbers in your Schenectady network licensed?
Yes, we only work with certified plumbing professionals who are familiar with Schenectady and New York State building codes to ensure your repairs are done safely and correctly.
Is hydro-jetting available for tough clogs?
Absolutely. When we verify a plumber for your specific issue, we can ensure they have the necessary high-pressure hydro-jetting equipment required for heavy grease or root blockages common in the Schenectady area.