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Serving San Francisco Since 1954

Professional Drain Cleaning in San Francisco

Upfront pricing, clean background-checked technicians, and honest local craftsmanship you can rely on.

Heise's Plumbing offers top-tier drain cleaning services throughout San Francisco, CA, to resolve clogged fixtures quickly and safely. Since 1954, homeowners and property managers have trusted our team to clear slow-running kitchen sinks, backed-up showers, and main sewer blockages. Our licensed technicians carry a complete suite of cabling machines and root cutters to tackle clogs of any size. We respond promptly and ensure your home's drains flow smoothly.

Common Problems We Resolve

  • Kitchen sink blockages from soap scum, food debris, and fat buildup.
  • Hair and soap scum clogs in bathroom tub and shower drains.
  • Running toilet overflows caused by main branch line blockages.

How We Diagnose & Solve the Issue

Inspection & Diagnosis: We inspect the fixture's plumbing assembly, diagnose the clog depth, and select the optimal mechanical auger or cable size to safely clear the line without scratching fine ceramic or metal pipes.

Our Service Process: We feed a specialized steel cable into the drain line, cut through the organic blockage, clear the line path, and run hot water cycles to verify the system flows safely and reliably.

Local Considerations in San Francisco

Many San Francisco buildings share common waste stacks and older cast iron pipes. Clearing clogs requires careful handling of old lead-and-oakum joints to prevent leaks in downstairs units.

Why San Francisco Chooses Heise's Plumbing

Family-owned and licensed plumber serving San Francisco and the Peninsula since 1954. Serving San Francisco and the Peninsula since 1954, we are fully licensed and insured (CA Lic #1089561) in General Engineering, Plumbing, HVAC, and Electrical. Homeowners, building managers, and businesses trust our clean, code-compliant workmanship and transparent upfront pricing.

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Related Services we Provide in San Francisco

Professional home services backed by trusted, licensed expertise.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if my main sewer drain is clogged?

Common warning signs include multiple plumbing fixtures backing up simultaneously, gurgling sounds coming from floor drains or toilets, and raw sewage odors rising from under-sink traps.

Are chemical drain cleaners safe for my home's pipes?

We strongly advise against chemical cleaners. The harsh acids can generate intense heat that softens PVC or corrodes older cast iron lines, leading to cracks. Professional mechanical cabling is much safer and more reliable.

What causes slow-running kitchen sink drains?

Slow drains are typically caused by cooking fats, soap residues, and food waste sticking to the inner pipe walls and hardening over time. Cabling or flushing clears the scale to restore full flow.

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