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Drain Doctor Inc

Updated 2026-08-20 · 2,794 reviewed · 100 listed · Scored from 23 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.3(23) 60 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Emergency PlumbingDrain Cleaning & Sewer ServiceLeak Detection & Pipe RepairFurnace Repair ServiceWater Damage Restoration Service

Google-verified23 Google reviewssince 1972

Drain Doctor Inc
Services
Emergency Plumbing, Drain Cleaning & Sewer Service, Leak Detection & Pipe Repair
Reviews
23

What recent reviews say

Drain Doctor earned a 3.3 average across 23 reviews, split sharply between customers praising fast callbacks, quality root removal, and fair pricing, and those reporting unanswered phones, no-shows, and pressure for extra charges. Service quality has been consistent over years, but reliability issues and communication problems persist.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • quick callback and same-day response
  • skilled root removal and sewer repair work
  • fair pricing versus competitors
  • professional and personable crew
  • thorough cleanup after jobs
Watch-outs
  • phone calls go unanswered
  • no-show and unfinished jobs
  • upsell tactics and withheld video records
  • unprofessional conduct during service
responsiveskilled-workmanshipfair-pricingno-showpoor-communicationupsell-pressure
Best for: Homeowners needing urgent sewer or drain service willing to tolerate communication inconsistency.
Think twice if: Phone accessibility is critical; several reviews note difficulty reaching the company and instances of no-shows despite promised callbacks.

Strengths

  • Responds within an hour for urgent calls (documented multiple times)
  • Specialized root removal and no-dig pipe repair
  • Beats competitor pricing (half the cost of national chains documented)

Worth knowing

  • Technicians named: Gary, Ryan, John, Alfredo, Heather
  • Sewer liner install completed under one week
  • Video tracing and camera work on 75-foot sewer main documented
  • Free emergency service reported (frozen pipes, no charge)
  • Basement cleanup assistance offered after messy jobs
  • No-dig pipe repair capability listed on website

What reviews say by service

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Service
Fast response and effective root removal praised; unanswered phones and occasional no-shows complained about.
Emergency Plumbing
Same-day and emergency-hour response documented; reliable for urgent calls when reached.
Leak Detection & Pipe Repair
Video inspection and tracing capability used for diagnosis; customers appreciated transparency on repair scope.
Water Damage Restoration Service
Coordinated basement cleanup and referred restoration service (ServPro) in sewer backup case.

How it compares

  • Rated 3.3 against a 4.71 average across the 54 drain cleaning & sewer service businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 55% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 31
Review volume 60
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 50
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

How fast can they respond to emergency calls?
Multiple reviews report callbacks within 15 minutes to one hour, and same-day service on urgent jobs. However, some older reviews note no-shows despite promised callbacks.
Do they provide video inspection of drains?
Yes, they offer video tracing and location service. One review complained they withheld the video and demanded extra payment.
Are they cheaper than Roto-Rooter and national chains?
One customer paid $350 for exterior drain cleaning versus $790 quoted by a competitor for the same job.

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Last updated 2026-08-20