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Top Rated Plumbers in Portsmouth, Virginia
Powell's Plumbing & Air
1111 Boissevain Ave, Norfolk, VA 23507, USA
(757) 801-2290Highly recommend Powells (formally Norfolk, plumbing). I had a clogged kitchen sink that was slow draining for a month. I tried every product on the market & tried to snake it (all Unsuccessfully). After washing dishes in the bathtub for a few weeks, (too busy & hoping it would magically just get better (haha), the final straw was when my washer overflowed from the drain tube going into wall, All over my laundry floor. I needed someone to rescue me. I called Powells per many great recommendations by a client, NextDoor & google and made an appointment. They came out the very next day. The guys (Wes & Jason) got everything fixed in a few hours. They were knowledgeable & professional. I felt like the price was fair, and I did not feel taken advantage of. I would definitely use them again in the future. It was about $800 for snake of main line and washer and sink lines as well as installing a new/additional 2 way cleanout under the house. Original quote was $400 but once they got into it , it required much more work and more hours. Thanks Wes & Jason. I have peace of mind now!! Worth every penny! And that kind of work is Gross!! Lol Well deserved $
5 months agoI had an amazing experience with Powell’s Plumbing! Plumbers Miles and Jason came to my home to fix a clogged bathtub drain, kitchen sink, and secure the hose of my washer—all in under an hour! I was so impressed by how quickly and efficiently they worked. Not only did they get everything working perfectly, but they also took the time to explain what they were doing and answered all my questions. Their service was top-notch, and the pricing was incredibly affordable. I can't recommend them enough for any plumbing needs! Excellent service, great value, and such a professional team. Thank you, Powell's Plumbing!
2 months agoAbsolute lifesaver! Came home from vacation to half of our home flooded with waste water. I was terrified it was a septic issue and couldn't be quickly resolved, I also had an inkling that a lot of the plumbing, electrical, additions, etc weren't exactly to code and thus could not be fixed. We were told they couldnt arrive for 3 days, but ended up coming a day sooner. They resolved it within a few hours! And when the backup reached the addition and flooded our laundry room, they were able to come the next day to inspect and had the supplies and repair done the day after! And the technician/plumber was an absolute peach! His name is Weston and I felt completely safe having him in my home. No bad vibes whatsoever and he was so easy to talk to. I cant speak to the price, as our landlord paid for it, but really any price was worth the service in my opinion. Really helped us in a pinch.
3 months agoPrecision Plumbing & Drain Cleaning
820 Greenbrier Cir Ste 14, Chesapeake, VA 23320, USA
(757) 546-3914The water in our shower wasn’t draining and the toilets were gurgling while the shower was on. We have family staying with us and more on the way, so it was essential for us to have our plumbing issue fixed ASAP. Larry Ables recommended we contact Precision Plumbing and Drain Cleaning. Precision was able to help us the same day we called. The two men they sent were professional and were able to fix our issue promptly. We were happy with the work and the price was very reasonable. Thank you, Precision!
4 months agoGreat service. We have used Precision Plumbing for several projects from leak detection, toilet replacement, and unclogging a toilet that we were unable to plunge ourselves to replacement of inferior water lines throughout the entire home. From the smallest to the largest jobs, we have found Precision to be honest and reasonably priced. Also, very professional and personable from the owners to the people they employee including plumbers and the office staff. We have dealt with all of them and will be using them again this year for some planned projects. We can’t say enough good about these wonderful people!. And we wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone who needs a plumber.
4 months agoWe had an outstanding experience with Precision plumbing from start to finish. They responded quickly, arrived right on time, and took the time to clearly explain the issue and our repair options before starting any work. The technician was professional, respectful of our home, and completed the job efficiently with excellent craftsmanship. It’s rare to find a company that combines honesty, skill, and top-notch customer service so well—we will absolutely call them again and highly recommend them to anyone needing reliable plumbing services.
3 months agoPower Plumbing LLC
2141 Chesapeake Dr, Chesapeake, VA 23324, USA
(757) 372-5145CJ from Power Plumbing was very courteous and professional. He did a great a job unclogging our kitchen sink. The price was reasonable and very much worth it. I highly recommend him and Power Plumbing.
2 months agoDominique did repairs in my house about two weeks ago. I did not replace the sheet rock because I wanted to make sure the leak would not come back. I’m happy to say his outstanding work paid off. The leak is fixed. I would highly recommend him for any of your plumbing needs.
2 months agoI experienced a burst pipe that resulted in a plumbing emergency. After calling several plumbing companies on a Sunday without receiving a response, I was pleasantly surprised when Power Plumbing answered and scheduled an appointment for the following day. Dominic called approximately 30 minutes before arrival to notify me he was on his way. He arrived on time, quickly assessed the issue, and completed the repair efficiently. Both Dominic and his coworker were professional, courteous, and knowledgeable. The pricing was very reasonable, especially considering the emergency nature of the service. I would not hesitate to use Power Plumbing again and highly recommend them to anyone in need of reliable plumbing services. A+++ service.
3 months agoMr. Rooter Plumbing of Virginia Beach
101 Malibu Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23452, USA
(757) 694-4625Bradley was polite, professional, knowledgeable, thorough, and kept us informed throughout the service. He arrived promptly and was here within 2 hours of the initial call for service even on a Saturday. He cleaned a clogged sewer pipe with a serious blockage and tested everything thoroughly after the service to ensure that we are good to go.
2 months agoHad my sewer line replaced from the house to the city sewer pipe. This company knows what they are doing. They took pictures throughout the process to show me what was done. They attached a wire to the new line for easy tracking for any future repairs to the property. They made sure that the pipe was set at the proper grade by using a level throughout the installation. They replaced an exposed section of the water line at no cost.
8 months agoMr. Rooter did an awesome job getting our kitchen sink unclogged. It was a major blockage from over the years. House built in the 70's. I was able to be scheduled immediately as not being able to use the kitchen sink is a major inconvenience. Dennis, Devin and his teammate did an outstanding job! They were very knowledgeable, professional, and courteous. I will use them for any future needs and highly recommended for any plumbing issues.
3 months agoStemmle Plumbing of Hampton Roads
5706 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA 23605, USA
(757) 283-2564Stephen Batey is an exceptional plumber whose professionalism and attention to detail truly set him apart. Stephen immediately found the issue with the sewer backing up and retrieved the test plug that was down stream flawlessly. From start to end he demonstrated outstanding diligence, clear communication, and a strong commitment to getting the job done right. His expertise was evident in every step of the process, and he took the time to ensure everything was functioning perfectly before finishing the work. Reliable, knowledgeable, and genuinely dedicated to his craft—Stephen is the kind of professional you can trust with any plumbing issue. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a top-quality service plumber. DLA Richmond truly appreciates the service Stephen provided at building 44. Thank you Stephen Batey!
6 months agoI had Chris Pugh come out this evening at 11:45pm on a Saturday for an emergency call, he was here within 15 minutes of getting the call. He was extremely helpful, respectful, and knowledgeable. We had moved into a new apartment first day and all the toilets had backed up along with the shower drain. He got everything taken care of in about an hour, (which was awesome). He explained the process of what we had happen and how he resolved it. Overall 10/10 experience. Great work, very respectful, and and the when all was said and done you wouldn’t know someone had done any work, very clean.
3 years agoI had to call after hours for an urgent issue, and I was really impressed with their quick response. Joshua arrived promptly, was very polite, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire process. He explained everything clearly and made sure the problem was resolved efficiently. Great customer service from start to finish…highly recommend!
9 months agoJim Bertolino & Son Plumbing and Drain Service Inc.
3419 Virginia Beach Blvd #187, Virginia Beach, VA 23452, USA
(757) 340-2040Jim is a godsend--he does great quality work and it is absolutely worth it to schedule with him. He came out to fix a leak caused by an old shower drain. We trust him completely to fix our plumbing issues and he always upgrades things for the better for years to come--he's extremely thorough in his diagnosis and checks to ensure the plumbing is secure and fixed. In addition, he is an amazing advocate when handling an insurance claim--originally we were told they would not cover the full extent of the repair, but this changed after the agent talked with Jim. As a homeowner, Jim has always educated us on what the problem is, what he's doing, and explains everything thoroughly so that you are well-informed throughout the entire process! We love Jim!
2 years agoOur Water heater had expired unexpectedly and Jim Bertolino & Son Plumbing and Drain Service Inc. thankfully came to our rescue 😅. They were incredibly expedient & knowledgeable and had an old water heater taken out and exchanged for a new and upgraded one in one business day. They explained the entire process in laments terms with over 40 years + of experience to easily put my family and I at ease during what would have been other wise a stressful time. I am a lifelong customer for sure.
3 years agoJim did an amazing job on our water heater! He was fast and clean. I would highly recommend Jim and his crew to come change out an old water heater with a new one and will utilize his services again in the future. Thank you Jim for your services!
1 year agoA1 Sewer & Drain Plumbing & Water Heaters
516 S Military Hwy, Virginia Beach, VA 23464, USA
(757) 505-7165As a local Realtor, I confidently refer my clients to A1 Sewer & Drain for all their plumbing needs. Their customer service is outstanding, they are incredibly responsive, and they always handle issues with professionalism and expertise. It’s so important to have vendors you can trust in this industry, and A1 consistently delivers. Highly recommend!
2 months agoBest experience I’ve had with any home maintenance problems. Quick with scheduling, even quicker and more efficient during actual appointment. Will be having them back to assist with a non emergency issue next month. Highly recommend.
2 months agoEthan was very professional as well as the entire team... from assessment to estimating and scheduling, the process was seamless and I was kept in-the-loop the entire time. I've been calling on A1 for many years for my plumbing needs and they have never failed to deliver quality workmanship. In this case, they were dealing with the gas water heater I had purchased and they had to modify the height of the stand due to height differences from old to new, which was done in short-order. Haul-away and cleanup was quick.
2 months agoDrain Masters Plumbing
1804 Pittsburg Landing, Virginia Beach, VA 23464, USA
(757) 481-5894Trevor was great to work with. He came out to check our hot water heater and took his time explaining what he was seeing, showed us photos, and made thoughtful recommendations without any pressure. He also gave helpful advice on flushing the system to keep it running well. While he was here, we asked if he could take a look at an old faucet that ended up being a real pain to remove, but he stuck with it and handled everything professionally. Super respectful, knowledgeable, and easy to talk to. You can tell he cares about doing the job right, and his company should be proud to have him. 🫡 BTW Drain Masters came out when no one had openings today! thanks!! because I leave to go out of town tomorrow 😅 I will be calling Drain Masters Plumbing for future projects
3 months agoHaving a major issue somewhere in my line outside the house and another plumber wouldn't come out until the homeowner called them, the other I tried didn't return my call for three days. Called Drain Master up at the recommendation of ChatGPT and they had someone out within 45 minutes. Ryan couldn't clear the issue so they didn't charge the $380 for clearing, only the $125 for diagnostic. I will absolutely use them again and tell anyone I know to use them as well. You cannot beat customer service and knowledgeable techs like theirs.
3 months agoRyan does amazing work! And he’s very strong. I was so impressed. Not just by his work but his personality and love for his job. I will definitely use the company in the future and request to work with him every time. This man deserves a raise. Big time!!!
4 months agoAtomic Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Corporation
1377 London Bridge Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23453, USA
(757) 448-3620I called Atomic to help locate the sewer lateral in our front yard so we could safely grind a tree stump (we had a sneaking suspicion it was very close to the tree stump; suspicion confirmed). Atomic was upfront about the cost/hour and the anticipated time it would take. Trey and Josh were professional, efficient, and timely. Highly recommended.
5 months agoI called Atomic after months of consistent water pressure issues. Mike and Paul showed up to assist and were extremely polite, knowledgeable, clean and friendly. They took time to listen to my concerns, discuss what they planned to and provided detailed information about what they found and what their recommendations would be. I found Mike to be extremely knowledgeable and he answered all of my questions patiently and thoroughly. An hour later, after replacing a section of pipe and making future recommendations, my house water pressure is better than ever. I was very happy with the service, thrilled that they were able to fix the same day, found the price to be reasonable, and would gladly recommend them to friends and family.
2 months agoSean was professional, courteous, and knowledgeable throughout my appointment. When he arrived, he immediately began assessing the situation with my 15 year old Direct Vent water heater, explained what the issue was, which replacement was needed, gave me pricing and warranty options, and that the water heater would be replaced the same day. I was happy to see that on a busy Monday, Mike was able to bring the replacement as well as assist Sean with installation. They worked well together, were able to get everything completed, and left their work area impressively clean. This is the third time I have used Atomic Plumbing and will continue to do so. 10/10 highly recommend.
3 months agoDavidic Dynasty Plumbing LLC
423 S Lynnhaven Rd #104, Virginia Beach, VA 23452, USA
(757) 982-8300Jeremy was awesome! Everything was backed up. He arrived on time, and completed huge job within hours, even came back the next day to install piping. You can count on this wonderful plumber who has 26 years of experience!
6 months agoI am so thankful that Ben and Shaun came to my house to fix my major plumbing problem. They came late in the day and it gets dark so early this time of year. I thought they would come and assess the problem and come back and fix it the next day. I was wrong, they were ready to work and rocked it. The problem was with the water line to the house. So much water was saturating the yard by the house and it got so bad that the water couldn't make it to the faucets in the house. They dug in to get to the pipes, showed me the problem and explained to me how they were going to fix it. It got dark and they had a great work light that illuminated the area. After they fixed the problem, they showed me what was done to fix it and confirmed it with the water meter and internal plumbing before they buried the awesomely fixed water line. I am so impressed with Ben and Shaun's knowledge and work ethic. Thank you so much guys!
3 months agoJeremy and Shaun did a fantastic job fixing my plumbing issue! They arrived early into their scheduled block of time, explained the problem and how they were going to fix it, finished quickly whilst doing the job properly. Highly recommend. Very professional!!
4 months agoProfessional Drain Cleaning in Portsmouth, Virginia
Portsmouth is a city defined by its rich maritime history and beautiful historic districts like Old Towne. However, the same charm that comes with older homes often comes with aging plumbing infrastructure. Dealing with a backed-up sink or a clogged main line in the middle of a busy week is the last thing any Hampton Roads resident wants to handle.
Our service takes the guesswork out of finding reliable help. Instead of you spending an hour calling every plumber from Churchland to Park View only to find out they are booked solid, we do the legwork for you. We scan our network of certified Portsmouth plumbers, filter them by your specific zip code, and personally confirm their 24-hour availability to solve your issue before you ever pick up the phone.
Common Drain Issues in Portsmouth, Virginia
Historic Pipe Corrosion: In many of Portsmouth’s older neighborhoods, such as Old Towne, homes still utilize original cast iron or even clay sewer pipes. Over decades, these materials can corrode or collapse, leading to frequent sediment buildup and stubborn clogs that standard liquid cleaners simply cannot fix.
Tree Root Intrusion: Portsmouth is known for its mature canopy and beautiful oak trees. Unfortunately, these aggressive root systems often seek out the moisture in your sewer lines, especially in established residential areas. Once roots penetrate a pipe, they create a 'web' that catches grease and debris, causing total system backups.
Sandy Soil Shifting: Because Portsmouth is a coastal city with sandy soil compositions, ground shifting can lead to 'bellied' pipes. This is where a section of the drain pipe sinks, creating a low spot that traps waste and water, eventually leading to a complete blockage that requires professional hydro-jetting or repair.
Coastal Debris and Sand: Residents near the waterfront or those returning from a day at the nearby beaches often struggle with sand and silt entering their drainage systems. Unlike organic waste, sand is heavy and settles in the P-traps and bends of your plumbing, creating a dense sludge that is difficult to clear without professional equipment.
Seasonal Drain Maintenance Tips for Portsmouth, Virginia
Prepare for Hurricane Season: Before the heavy Atlantic rains hit Portsmouth in late summer and fall, ensure your exterior area drains and basement sump pumps are clear of debris to prevent localized flooding from backing into your home.
Post-Beach Rinse Offs: If you frequent the local Virginia beaches, try to rinse off sand at an outdoor station before using your indoor showers. Small amounts of sand combined with soap scum create a concrete-like substance in Portsmouth's residential drains.
Winter Pipe Insulation: While Portsmouth winters are generally mild, the occasional hard freeze can cause older pipes to contract and crack. Insulate exposed pipes in crawlspaces to prevent structural damage that leads to slow, leaking drains.
Holiday Grease Management: During the busy seafood boils and family gatherings common in the Tidewater area, never pour fats or oils down the kitchen sink. Portsmouth's sewer systems are particularly susceptible to 'fatbergs' during the cooler months when grease solidifies faster.
Average Drain Cleaning Costs in Portsmouth, Virginia
The cost of drain cleaning in Portsmouth typically depends on the location of the clog (secondary line vs. main sewer line) and the methods required, such as motorized snaking or high-pressure hydro-jetting. Emergency after-hours service may also impact the final price.
Frequently Asked Questions about Drain Cleaning in Portsmouth, Virginia
How quickly can a plumber reach my home in Churchland or Cradock?
By using our zip code filtering system, we identify the closest available technician to your specific Portsmouth neighborhood. This significantly reduces travel time, often allowing for same-day service even during peak hours.
Do you offer emergency drain cleaning near the Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Yes. We specialize in 24-hour availability verification. We call the plumbers in our network to ensure they can head to your location near the shipyard or downtown Portsmouth immediately before we connect you.
Why are my drains gurgling after a heavy rain in Portsmouth?
Heavy coastal rains can overwhelm local sewer systems. In Portsmouth, this often causes air to be pushed back through your pipes, resulting in a gurgling sound. If this persists, it may indicate a partial blockage in your main line that needs professional attention.
Can you find a plumber who handles historic home plumbing in Old Towne?
Absolutely. Our network includes Portsmouth professionals who are experienced with the unique needs of historic cast iron and clay piping common in the Old Towne district, ensuring your drains are cleared without damaging fragile old pipes.
What is the most common cause of sewer backups in Portsmouth, VA?
In our experience, the combination of aged infrastructure and tree root intrusion from the city's large, mature trees are the leading causes of sewer backups for Portsmouth residents.