Oscar O.

05/04/2023 12:00:00 SA

I recently had an ugly drain backup and The Drain Fighter Team did an incredible job getting it handled. They came quickly because I couldn't wait and did a high quality job. The service person was very courteous, communicative, and skilled.

I would recommend them to anyone without hesitation!

Danielle C.

3/24/2023

Unfortunately, my experience with this company was less than pleasant / satisfactory. I reached out to James because of the reviews and to support a fellow Black owned business.

When I contacted James on March 14th for a quote and consultation, he asked me to describe my issue. He then explained what it sounded like to him (main line clog) and provided the quote ($600) and date / time he'd be able to come out (the next morning). The tech arrived on time and began to work - while monitoring, I noticed that he wasn't as careful or tidy as I would have liked. Before he was done, James called for payment & I let him know I felt uncomfortable paying until the job had been completed and the tech left everything as it was prior to him starting work.

I gave James a call once the tech was done (even though there were still marks left on the wall, bathroom door and the grout around my toilet had been messily replaced)--James then informed me that I had a three day warranty, to which I scoffed at because in my opinion, that says you don't stand by your work.

About a week later, the exact same plumbing issue resurfaced. I called James and he stated that since it'd been three days, he could only offer a discounted rate if he were to come out. He also stated that perhaps I had a bigger issue than was previously diagnosed by him / his tech. When I questioned why that wasn't mentioned or discovered during the diagnosis, he replied because we would've needed to use a camera and you didn't ask for that

James was very nonchalant in hearing me express my disappointment and frustration and essentially abruptly ended the call.

I obviously will not be using their services again and would not recommend.

Ariel D.

7/23/2023

I had a slow drain that I couldn't fix with baking soda and vinegar. I called the Drain Fighter and even though I told him it wasn't an emergency, he was here same day, and fixed the problem. He definitely was an expert and was very friendly and good natured as well. He gave us good tips on drain maintenance and gave us a 5 day guarantee on the drain (though we didn't need it -- the drain has been fine ever since). I referenced Yelp to get $30 off!

Michaele M.

3/30/2023

Quick, professional, efficient! I had a slow drain in my master shower. Was contacted by the company yesterday and they were here today - in and out w/in 5 minutes. Highly recommend.

Louis A.

5/13/2023

I went onto Yelp looking for someone to install a new garbage disposal for me. James from the Drain Fighter was one of the first people to respond and provided me with a very reasonable estimate. I was impressed by how quickly he responded. He was able to come the very next day and installed a new garbage disposal for me without any complications. He was very courteous and professional the entire time. I highly recommend!

De'John K.

5/17/2023

My rental property had a bad main drain backup in DC and I'm so happy I found these guys. They were able to come out same day and their price was extremely competitive. I recommend 10/10!

Beth W.

04/01/2023 12:00:00 SA

I had a sink drain that was clogged and the clog was pretty far down the pipe. James arranged for Patrick to come out the same day. Patrick got right to work, ran a long snake down, and cleared the drain in no time.. Thanks Patrick!

Mok-Yi C.

04/12/2023 12:00:00 SA

I _had_ a badly clogged kitchen that my usual contractor could not clear even with one of those electric auger. James and his team came by and unclogged it within 30 minutes. Prompt, professional, effective. Can't ask for more! I would recommend The Drain Fighter for your plumbing needs!

Vernell H.

11/28/2022

My bathroom sink was backing up due to my washing machine. After I reviewed James' website, I chose his company.

He quickly diagnosed the problem (lint and a marble, go figure) and in less than an hour, fixed the problem.

Usually I request multiple proposals but based on the reviews and photos, I chose him which was the best decision I could've made.

You cannot go wrong hiring this company.

Trey P.

10/29/2022

I honestly don't know where to begin. James saved us a lot of money...A LOT OF MONEY. I had a company come to fix a clog and after about three hours, I was told it can't be fixed and I'd have to pay to have the tile and concrete broken up to get to the pipe underground.

I decided to seek a second opinion and that's how I found James. He already had awesome reviews and now I know why. He actually answered when I called and I explained to him the issue. He made time to come the very next morning. He was on time and communicated when he was in route.

Once he arrived, he assessed the situation and snaked it. When that didn't work, instead of just saying it can't be done, he went and got a bigger tool and went to work on that clog. He was sweating when he finished so he really put muscle behind it.

After he fixed it, he explained to me how my sink has a powerful flow and I don't need to turn it all the way on. He showed me the finished work and I was amazed. He was very upfront with the cost and he's very reasonably priced. It is plumbing so I expected to pay but I was pleasantly surprised and appreciative of the cost.

I have saved James' number and book marked his page as I can't go with another company if I have issues in the future. Do yourself a favor and call James first.

Shante A.

05/08/2023 12:00:00 SA

Fast, responsive, and got the job done right (garbage disposal replacement) in record time!! If you're like me and have a pesky plumbing issue pop up out of nowhere, and u need it fixed ASAP, I def 10 out of 10 recommend these guys Hopefully I don't need to call them anytime soon, but if I do, now or in the future - they're 1st on the list!

J J.

07/02/2023 12:00:00 SA

Lemme add my own story to the other positive reviews already stated here. Like many, I had a shower drain that had backed up to the point where sewage was on the shower floor. My sink and toilet were bubbling and it appeared to happen overnight - I hadn't had any issues in that area. I called the Drain Fighter Team on Thursday morning and by Thursday afternoon they'd fixed my issue. They kept in touch throughout the morning to let me know their arrival time and when they did arrive, they were very friendly and hard -working. I appreciate them so much and I've passed on their contact information to all my friends and family in the area! Thanks again and take care!

Melzie G.

3/28/2023

James is a godsend! He not only gave a precise estimate but also kept in contact throughout the process, made sure the items I bought would actually work, fixed a hole in my sink that I was unaware of, and even cleaned up the area before leaving. Top notch service and integrity that exceeded my expectations

Anthony H.

2/20/2023

They came to us fast and did exactly what they said. Unclogged our men's room toilet. Wayyyy less the they guys you see on tv. Reasonable and came the same day as scheduled. Will definitely use again.

Fletcher C.

03/07/2023 12:00:00 SA

They replaced my garbage disposal for a good price (I got several quotes). They were responsive and good communicators, and were able to come the same day.

Karolyn O.

03/02/2023 12:00:00 SA

Patrick came in and did what he had to do to unclog my drain. Very nice and professional service!

Rachel E.

02/06/2023 12:00:00 SA

One of the benefits of working with a small business is that you get pride in the work that you don't usually get from the big chains. I had a basement flooding issue at 10pm, and James had a guy there within the hour. You're going to have to pay the upcharge when you need service in the middle of the night (and James quoted me the price difference between somebody coming over ASAP and somebody coming over at 9am), but in my case the extra cost was well worth it. These guys are my new go-to plumbers for drain issues!

David D.

5/16/2023

I'm not a huge fan of writing reviews, and have had a decent share of poor Yelp experiences. I'm very picky, but these guys were legitimately very good. On time, high quality, low cost. We're quick, polite- my new go to plumber, finally have one after 20 years of crappy services. I'd highly recommend Drain Fighter.

Matthew M.

04/03/2023 12:00:00 SA

The initial call was answered promptly, the technician was excellent, and the dispatch was better than a luxury hotel concierge! I highly highly recommend this plumbing company

Zhongyu M.

2/13/2023

James and his technician is very responsive and competent. The repair cost is reasonable. I would hire them again for other plumbing issues in the future.

Alexis T.

3/14/2023

The Drain Fighter is remarkable!!! I had an emergency with my old water heater and it was leaking from the base. Within 5 minutes of my project request, James reached out to me with an absolutely fair quote. He was able to come the next morning and worked diligently ALL day with his associate (my job took more than double the time as most others). They did everything perfectly, drained the old tank, lugged it upstairs, put the new one in, upgraded my pipes and system and disposed of the old one for me. Not to mention they also went to Home Depot and picked up the new tank before installing it for me. I am so grateful for them and hope their many other 5-star reviews continue to propel their company forward with success!

Vatrice C.

12/23/2022

My kitchen sink had been clogged for more than a week when I contacted the Drain Fighter. They were patient and helpful in educating me about the options for unclogging the drain. They first tried the more economical method and it worked. I admired their work ethic and desire to help. It's hard to find contractors who TRULY care about their customers. I highly recommend The Drain Fighter!

Rick G.

8/29/2022

James was able to quickly fix my issue...Thanks much

Rick G.

Dom C.

12/19/2022

I had an issue with my sink being clogged for several days. I tried using Draino and it didn't work. If anything made my problem worse. I was able to get an appointment pretty fast. The technician came in and fixed my sink pretty quickly. There has been no issues since. They came early and the price was very reasonable. I highly recommend Drain Fighter.

Chris K.

03/03/2023 12:00:00 SA

James and Patrick were great. They responded quickly, were very communicative, showed up on time, installed the toilet quickly, and had a fair price. Good guys. Toilet works great.

I would definitely use them again.

Melitus A.

05/04/2023 12:00:00 SA

My basement toilet was backed up and flooded a little late last night so I came on Yelp to request a quote. James got back to me very quick and when I called him he answered right away and I told me the prices, that I should wait until the morning to save some money if possible, and to keep the upstairs water usage to minimum which is what I did. He came this morning as promised and took care of my issue(which was tree roots in the pipe) quickly and made sure to clean up after. I would highly recommend the Drain Fighter's services and will use him if the future if needed.

Leon L.

01/10/2023 12:00:00 SA

My kitchen drain was clogged and the clogged area was very deep. I quoted around and found that the Drain Fighter offered the best price, so I chose this company.

James scheduled a two-hour window with me and he showed up on time. He fixed the problem in less than an hour. The price was very reasonable and he also offered a discount from the Yelp home page.

I would definitely recommend this company for drain cleaning.

Issy N.

1/31/2023

It's unfortunate that I have to write this review but I want others to know about my most recent interaction with James. I really wanted to use this company, especially since it's black-owned and the price quoted was reasonable. But James's attitude and unprofessionalism made that impossible.

During my phone conversation with him last night, I explained that I wanted to have him come over to my tenant-occupied property and formally confirm his diagnosis (he had given me a diagnosis of my water heater in a previous phone conversation) before he proceeded to work. In all my years working with roofers, plumbers, HVAC personnel, etc., it's never been an issue. It's called a diagnostic appointment and usually entails a fee (i.e. diagnostic fee and/or travel fee). It's an industry standard. But it was an issue for James.

As soon I as explained to him what I wanted, he took offense, as if I was questioning his abilities and experience. He made sure to tell me he had over 29 years of experience and if his phone diagnosis was wrong, then I should be the one to tell him what the problem was with my water heater. Wow.

James then asked me how much he quoted me during our first phone conversation. I told him around $600 (I honestly couldn't remember the exact figure), and then he told me it was $628. Why ask me for the quote if you already knew the answer? From there, he told me that his diagnostic fee was $100 and I confirmed I was happy to pay it. But then James told me that if I was going to bring him all the way out to Riverdale Park just to do a diagnostic, it would be a complete waste of his time, even though I had already agreed to pay the diagnostic fee (if necessary) and I had already explained I wanted him to repair my water heater. All I wanted was for him to actually physically inspect the water heater and confirm what he already assumed was the issue.

Edit: I forgot to add: the phone conversation ended with James saying he had another call and that he would call me back. He obviously did not.

James, it's a shame you took my simple request as me questioning your abilities and experience as a plumber. I will make sure that no one in my
personal and professional network uses your services.

Rebecca E.

2/22/2023

Pipes in kitchen and washer backed up. Called James well after typical business hours. He responded that evening even after hours. Was super friendly and helpful and sent a person out the next day.

Patrick came the next day worked the pipes, cleared the issues, and was both professional and super friendly (even took time to say hi to and pet our new 9week old puppy). He worked super fast and thankfully everything is in working order again. Couldn't be happier with these folks and will definitely call again should any future plumbing issues arise (although hopefully not for a while).

Danielle W.

11/02/2022 12:00:00 SA

Wasn't sure what type of clog I was facing on two floors, but I contacted James and he was available the same day! Saved me a ton of money. Fantastic service.

Sandra S.

01/05/2023 12:00:00 SA

My go-to for plumbing issues!! Very responsive via Yelp, phone call and text. Is very flexible and reliable. Gets the job done fast and right!

Raquel L.

10/03/2022 12:00:00 SA

Called them frantic and worried at 3am. When I thought I had a major issue with my pipes. Not only were they helpful The Drain Fighter Jetting & Drain Cleaning serviceman was SO patient. So by the time I finally went to bed at 4am. Not only did I have a proper diagnosis about my issue. I had peace of mind that whenever I called someone would answer.

Ricksie R.

3/22/2022

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!!

Let me start by saying that I googled Plumbers in Capitol Heights MD and read the reviews, so I tried THE DRAIN FIGHTER and glad that I did. I have spent several hundreds of dollars for a back up of everything in my basement bathroom, tub and toilet. Several times, I've had my pipes snaked, scoped, and chemically unclogged. You name it, I tried it, only to call the plumber back the following day for the same problem. I was told that I needed to spend thousands of dollars to repair pipes that had tree branches growing in them. After being rescheduled 3 times by a so called well known company, I contacted James/ THE PLUMBING GOD, who responded the same day within hours of my call. He snaked and jetted my pipes and I have not had a problem since. He and his assistant were kind, informative, cordial, fast and effective. Please support his business, you will not be disappointed!

Zee J.

10/03/2022 12:00:00 SA

Solid reliable service! James responded to my request and was able to come out right away even though it was at the end if his work day. My issue ended up being a lot less complicated than I thought, and James was able to quickly fix it. He even gave me a discount which I appreciated as I know he's mostly focused on mostly drainage and other more complicated plumbing issues. I definitely plan to utilize this company again if I encounter additional issues.

Dmitriy G.

9/22/2022

Such a great experience! James is super friendly and came out first thing in the morning to repair the kitchen sink drain. He was able to diagnose and fix the issue right away and was kind enough to honor the new customer discount for me. I couldn't be happier with everything and I highly recommend this company for your house needs. A+!

Stewart S.

09/05/2022 12:00:00 SA

Although I only had a minor underground gutter drain blockage the quality of service and professionalism so very much impressed me! I will keep this family-owned small business in my contacts for quick reference for future needs. Awesome company!

Diane P.

12/14/2022

I needed my kitchen faucet replaced. Several companies reached out but James actually offered a reasonable price and could come out the next morning. Other companies were either higher priced or wanted to charge a fee to come out and look at the job. After reading reviews, I decided to go with James' company.

James called the next morning to confirm the appointment and said Brandon would be coming to replace the faucet. Brandon, who was very professional and polite, arrived within the timeframe and quickly diagnosed that my cold water valve was busted and that I had a slow drainage in the basement bathroom sink. He didn't pressure me to get it fixed but I wanted to take care of it. He contacted James who provided a reasonable price to fix the additional work. Brandon took care of everything and I'm very satisfied with the work, price and overall experience with this company. I highly recommend this company and will be referring him to family and friends.

Carole R.

9/19/2022

I had a clogged double sink that a plumbing company claimed they couldn't fix and would require installing a clean out in order to repair. Before I made that type of investment I looked into alternate companies. Let's just say James The Drain Fighter deserves a cape because he saved the day!

He answered when I called in the morning and gave me a time slot for later that day. When he was behind schedule he called to let me know and gave me a new time frame, which worked for me. I greatly appreciated the communication.

James and his associate were courteous and got to work quickly. They were able to clear the drain and have water flowing in a manner I hadn't seen in years.

I am very appreciative for the responsiveness, communication and service. The price for repair was also reasonable. Don't forget to mention that you found him on Yelp. You'll get an additional discount.

Thank you James! Excellent job. Will definitely use you again if needed.

Pj H.

12/10/2022 12:00:00 SA

James came right over and fixed the clogged drain on a Saturday afternoon! The cost was reasonable and he's a lovely person. What else could you want? I'm sure I will call him again. Keep him in mind. He's great!

Mike S.

2/23/2023

I enjoyed working with James and his team. Nice people, professional. We have an exterior drain that we have not been able to clear. After I called, they came over the next morning. They worked diligently, went and got a new bit, came back and within 20 minutes, had the drain working better then it has in years. They seem to be focused on what they do, and do it well. Recommend you give them a try if you are fighting a drain issue.

Rachel B.

11/26/2022

They came when called and worked quickly and efficiently. We had a time crunch because it was our daughter's birthday dinner and they fixed the problem and enabled us to make our reservation. They were reasonably priced, as well. We will use them again if we have another plumbing issue.

Nicole M.

11/26/2022

Called somebody else to clean some slow drains. They showed up, quoted me $800 PER DRAIN and charged me for a service call when I said no to such a ridiculous quote. Drain Fighter responded quickly to my request, gave me an estimate before coming out, came when they said they were going to come, the service provider was quick and courteous, and service was provided at the quoted rate. Will 100% use again.

Paige R.

7/28/2022

Had a great experience with the Drain Fighter(s)! They came very quickly and were in and out. We had our faucet replaced in no time.

Matt G.

11/23/2022

I was faced with an absolute debacle when I woke up to a pretty substantial main sewage line clog at my new house in Annapolis. I contacted James via phone and very thankful that I did as he was able to come that day and snake out our line multiple times clearing the clog (and not finding any major obstructions, phew). He was knowledgeable, reassuring, and efficient. Also, very reasonably priced especially on an emergency basis. Beyond that, he provided a 72 hour guarantee that the drain would not re-clog which I thankfully didn't need. All in all, great service, skilled owner, would absolutely recommend if you find yourself in a similar predicament.

Paul V.

01/02/2023 12:00:00 SA

I can't say enough good about James at the Drain Fighter. We had a tricky main line drain clog on a holiday. Two technicians from a national chain tried to clear it and failed. James came hours after we contacted him on the same holiday and had the drain cleared in 20 minutes. Professional, effective, and completely reasonable pricing. I recommend them whole heartedly.

Rick D.

7/28/2022

I appreciate that James and Brandon were able to come out on the same day that I called them. They snaked out my clogged sink and drain line, cleared up the problem, and cleaned up after themselves. They will be my plumber from now on.

Caroline M.

02/11/2023 12:00:00 SA

Super responsive affordable and fixed the issue quickly! Had a clogged drain that needed a power snake, it was fixed in about 15 minutes. Highly recommend

L L.

03/02/2023 12:00:00 SA

Glad I found this company. They were able to come the day after my call, fixed my sink/garbage disposal issue in less than an hour, and even came back when I requested (minor issue - noticed some water leaking from pipes). Great value for service provided. Overall very satisfied.

Huney B.

09/08/2022 12:00:00 SA

Reliable and affordable. Fixed my garbage disposal (easy fix) and toilet (1:30min total). Toilet kept bubbling up and then one day overflowed. They came the next day and fixed it without any problems. If anything else goes wrong as far as plumbing will definitely give them a call

Jamil H.

09/01/2022 12:00:00 SA

James was able to come the same day and fix our clogged sink for a reasonable price nice and quick. I highly recommend using their services. Thanks guys!

Davie S.

8/26/2022

The basics about James Wilkerson and the Drain Fighters:
* Arrived when promised
* Quickly assessed the problem
* Had the equipment to remedy the problem
* Solved the problem

If that's not enough, I'll layer in professionalism, positive attitude and clear pride in a job well done.

Shout out to James's assistant, Corona, who, like is solar-inspired name, is a ray of sunshine.

Steve C.

01/02/2023 12:00:00 SA

James and Patrick came promptly, diagnosed the problem and fixed it quickly. Their fee was reasonable and they were courteous and gentlemanly. I would use them again in a heartbeat!

C T.

02/07/2023 12:00:00 SA

David and Patrick did a quick and thorough job replacing our kitchen faucet in record time. David communicated efficiently and made sure we understood the work before proceeding. Wonderful service, and I highly recommend!

Rod A.

11/21/2022

I needed my kitchen faucet replaced. James was very responsive. He contacted me within 10min, sent out a plumber the same day to my home in Baltimore, and charged a reasonable price. I would definitely use his services again.

Maggie H.

3/14/2022

I found Drain Fighter on Yelp and called James on Saturday about a slow drain in my garden. He offered to come out the same day despite the snow! Since it wasn't an emergency, we scheduled for Monday. James and his assistant arrived at the appointed time as promised. He cleared the drain using several tools until it was running smoothly. He also gave me good advice on maintenance to keep it running.
James at Drain Kings is now my go to guy for drains!

Meredith J.

01/04/2023 12:00:00 SA

James and Patrick were fantastic! They came out the same day to fix my stopped up kitchen sink. They were quick, efficient and restored my kitchen to working order! I can't recommend them enough!

C T.

11/29/2020

My laundry drain was backing up. I tried to snake it 25ft, I tried draino, I tried the bladder technique to push a clog out, I tried to used a shop vac to suction the clog loose, I tried hot water.

I tried everything, I had to call in the pros and found James The Drain Fighter. Even came out the same day (Sunday). One round and the drain is flowing better than ever. It had always backed up a little bit, but now it's like new. Highly recommend.

jay w.

8/23/2021

James and his assistant came out the same day I called them to unclog a kitchen drain that had been problematic for 3 years, and which recently became 100% clogged. James communicated with us throughout the day until he arrived, immediately got to work, and using his power equipment, unclogged the drain such that we could run the water at its highest flow without any buildup of water in the sink after he was done. We had NEVER been able to do that in the years we've lived here.

They then spent 15 minutes cleaning up completely! We could not be more satisfied with the work of The Drain Fighter, and we highly recommend them to anyone needing such services.

Augery M.

1/14/2022

I highly recommend the Drain Fighter for their professionalism, promptness, and fair pricing.

I recently used their service for my 96 year-old dad's clogged drain. Although it was not a plumbing emergency, my dad insisted I contact a plumber late afternoon. James, the Owner, returned my call and immediately scheduled service the next morning.

His technician arrived the next morning, identified and fixed the problem. Me and my dad were both impressed with how courteous and professional the technician was. He explained the problem and required actions to fixed the clogged drain.

While at the house, we also had him fix a problem with one of our refrigerators ice makers. He had to go purchase the necessary part. After fixing the refrigerator problem, he showed me how it was repaired and how the repair was effective.

He has a very pleased customer earning my 5 Star recommendation!!

K. H.

11/25/2022

I contacted James about clearing out my kitchen drain and he responded very quickly He dispatched someone to the job and within 3 hours of contacting him my drain had been snaked and is now running free. The price was also pretty reasonable.

Jacob K.

5/25/2022

He called staying in touch was on time and solved my drain problem one and done thanks job well done

Gregory J.

1/22/2022

Good response rate, quality drain clearing for a great price! Loved supporting this local business and the team was very efficient. Try texting if you can't get through via phone!

Juene H.

11/13/2022

Our kitchen sink and garbage disposal was clogged and nothing I tried worked. Contacted James, The Drain Fighter, and he responded immediately. We agreed on day and time and he kept his word. My kitchen is back to normal and I've found my new plumber. I highly recommend The Drain Fighter!

Rob C.

12/12/2022 12:00:00 SA

We all have those stories where we request a quote and the individual gives you an inflated number that exacerbates the problem. My husband and I had a plumbing back up and were told by another plumber that it would be north of 10k to rectify, and that all of our plumbing needed updating. We called James for a second option and he sent out his technician Brandon to assess. They estimated they could fix it for far less and that it was a problem with the main sewer being blocked and needed snaking. Brandon throughly completed his work and fixed the problem for us. He was knowledgeable, personable, and professional. We were also heartened that James assured they would do the work and if the problem wasn't fixed we would only be charged the assessment fee. Highly satisfied with the way they handled the problem and we will be a repeat customer should we ever have another problem arise! Highly recommended this honest and well run business!

Joseph F.

09/01/2022 12:00:00 SA

These guys are the best. Prompt. Great price. Good quality and nice people. They responded quickly and fixed the p-trap under my sink and it works perfectly now. Will definitely be my go-to for any future plumbing work.

Natalia K.

9/26/2022

The toilet started overflowing on Friday and there was no time to wait-- everything indicated that the main was clogged. James promptly answered my phone call and promised to de-clog the main the same day. He was true to his promise, he arrived on time and unclogged the main. No more drainage problems! Thank you, James, for your excellent job, prompt and professional job.

Jacqueline E.

5/29/2022

In over 11 years of condo living in downtown DC and numerous clogged drains, I've never had a plumber (or any service technician really) provide such expedient, and cost-effective service as the Drain Fighter, James. He was an absolute delight to communicate/work with from start to finish. Traveling/parking downtown is always challenging for a multitude of reasons, but of course my kitchen sink clogged going into Memorial Day weekend....and after a couple failed attempts to resolve the clog ourselves, we researched all the usual sources to find help. James was my first call (based on the stellar reviews across multiple platforms from credible clients) and he returned my call immediately. He spoke candidly about not being available that same day (Saturday), but could come the following morning and would be traveling from Baltimore. I knew it would be a challenge beating the downtown brunchers on a holiday weekend and was thrilled when he called to verify his ETA of 9:45 a.m. The icing on the cake was him completing the work and having the drain properly functioning by 10:30 a.m. If you have a clogged drain - stop pouring money down it with draino and cheap crappy snakes that don't fix the real clog, call James. After seeing what he pulled out of the drain...worth every penny. Cheers James aka the drain fighter!

Nathan S.

9/16/2022

Our toilet sprung a leak and started leaking from the ceiling! They were able to come out same day and get it fixed before major damage occurred. Greatly appreciated.

Love J.

09/11/2022 12:00:00 SA

Thanks James for coming out on a Sunday Evening to help our family!! Greatly appreciate you!

Bruce S.

07/08/2021 12:00:00 SA

The drain in our outside basement stairwell clogged with silt, refused to pass water. Storms were coming so I searched Google and Yelp, called 2 or 3 plumbing services before someone answered the phone. That was the owner of Drain Fighters. He gave me a range for a visit: $175 - 230, I agreed.

He arrived a few hours later, earlier than expected. He and a helper set up the mechanical snake device and began sending cable down into the hole. Before long, they had the clog removed and water running fine. The charge came to $230. No water jetting was done tho he offered it as an assurance.

I give them 5 stars bc they came over so quickly. One of the co.s I called emailed back that they couldn't get to me for 8 more days. The others didn't reply to my msgs at all.

Elliott B.

8/25/2022

After learning we had a clogged tub drain, I called The Drain Fighter today, expecting to schedule an appointment days from now. Instead, James answered and quickly said that he thought he'd be able to come out after completing two other jobs. 3 hours later, he called and provided his estimated time of arrival, and shortly after that, our problem was resolved. He was friendly and helpful throughout the entire experience, not to mention reasonably priced, and we'll definitely use him for our next need. Couldn't recommend him more!

Renee Q.

8/25/2022

Called James and he was immediately responsive. He came the same day and fixed the problem. Plus, he was cheaper than the big companies advertised on TV. Finally, I have a good plumber and would recommend him to friends and family.

James M.

3/25/2022

We highly, highly recommend The Drain Fighter Jetting & Drain Clean! To fix a blocked outdoor drain, we had received a recommendation from Michael & Son to jackhammer the concrete around our 122-year-old home to diagnose and _potentially_ clear the drain, along with a (minimum) $3,500 quote. James Wilkerson from Drain Fighter Jetting & Drain Clean worked on the issue for about 60 minutes, including a 40 minute trip to Home Depot to purchase a basic device to fix the drain. Once got the part, he straightforwardly fixed the issue in under two minutes, and then spent a few minutes more verifying the problem was fully fixed. He saved us at least $3k in service fees, and potentially far more in possible structural damage to our and our neighbors' property if we had gone with Michael & Son.

PJ R.

10/19/2020

I HIGHLY recommend The Drain Fighter! James is a fine gentleman, a conscientious, hard worker, and very successful at what he does.

At about 7:30pm on a Monday night, my kitchen drain decided to stop draining. I tried plunging, bleach, and running the disposal. Upshot? I fought the drain and the drain won.

So I called The Drain Fighter, and James was here within a half hour, fighting the drain and winning. He had to fight through 62 years and 75 feet of grease and gunk. After that, the drain lost the fight and started draining better than it has in the past 30+ years.

To come on a Monday night at 7:30pm, within the hour, and unclog a 62 year old drain in under 60 minutes is spectacular and worth every penny. This sink drains better now than it has in three decades! The Drain Fighter is the guy to call. A+ all around. Thank you, James! Again, I highly recommend The Drain Fighter!

I should note, he also worked as clean as possible, and he cleaned up very well. Awesome.

Kimberly G.

12/30/2021

I had James, from The Drain Fighter, Hydro-Jet my sewer to prevent a sewer backup. James was wonderful to work with, as he explained every step in the process, was on-time, and very professional. I was also pleasantly surprised at how quickly they were able to schedule me for the next day! I can rest easy now knowing my sewer will not backup into my basement!

TK E.

05/04/2022 12:00:00 SA

Wonderful and responsive!! We had a pipe leaking water at 3pm on a Wednesday afternoon! They did a virtual assessment, quoted me an estimate, arrived 20 minutes after my call and stayed until the job was DONE!!! You can't get better plumbing service than that!! THANK YOU so much for excellent customer service!

K C.

6/24/2022

My mother had a clog in her main sewer line, causing water on basement floor. Gross right? I know. After calling her insurance company I couldn't get help because this problem happened twice before. I found The Drain Fighter on Yelp, saw the family photo and sent a message after hours. James was very responsive. He talked me through the process and the next day provided great service. He took the time to make sure I understood what he was doing and how to rectify the issue. Very nice. Pleasant conversation. I definitely recommend this business!

Mel D.

03/03/2022 12:00:00 SA

A no nonsense get-it done service. Had kitchen sink issues and James came and sorted it out. I was also appreciative of his good communication. He makes sure to engage you in all steps of the process. Certainly, would use him again.

Mark P.

06/07/2022 12:00:00 SA

James and Corona did a great job. They gave me regular updates on their arrival time. They unclogged and fixed two toilets, plus one double sink. They worked fast and efficiently, and they were also very friendly. I felt that their price was very reasonable. I would definitely recommend them for any toilet or drain repair. Thanks again!

Ella D.

10/08/2021 12:00:00 SA

James came by on the same day that I called to find out if my part of Silver Spring was in the Drain Fighters service area. The property had a slow basement floor drain that would be overwhelmed during sudden bursts of rainfall.

This company not only resolved the immediate issue but cleared an external drain during the service window that took less than an hour. At my request, James also provided common sense feedback for lessening the chances of a future recurrence.

I have waited patiently for another rain event in order to leave an honest review but these 5-stars we earned the same day of the trip. As I continue to make updates to the plumbing system in the house, I will consult with this company for no nonsense feedback.

Amir A.

2/25/2022

Needed to get a shower/tub drain cleaned out in my rental unit. Called on a Monday morning and everything was complete by that afternoon. Quality service and exceptional communication. I highly recommend them.

Nancy L.

6/21/2021

Outstanding service! Highly recommend-- they are efficient, timely, and communicative. James was transparent from the start which I appreciated every step of the way. There were no surprises and now I have two homes that no longer have clogged sinks! Needless to say, my familia is happy and we also appreciate this company being military friendly. Thank you, James! Keep it up!

Elayne C.

3/30/2022

Can't say enough great things about James and his business, although we were unable to get the clog out, due to no fault of James...(old building with bad piping) James was great! Lots of tips and tricks to help me unclog my drain, and advice for future issues! If I ever need a plumber I will call James!

Lena S.

10/30/2020

James and his team were on time, did what they say they'll do - got through the standing water to the source efficiently and professionally. These guys are real deal.
Great service, thank you!

Melissa M.

1/25/2022

Our sink and garbage disposal broke, and The Drain Fighter was able to get someone here to fix it the very next morning. It didn't take long at all, and the price was lower than I expected. We would definitely hire them again!

Nicole H.

10/26/2020

This company is fantastic. Super responsive. I posted a request for service Sunday night and James (owner) reached out to me within a couple of hours. I was put on the schedule for the next morning. James called to confirm he was on the way and showed up on time. They unclogged a toilet my naughty twin toddlers had clogged with diapers, a roll of toilet paper, a tube of tooth paste and other things. Not to be too explicit, but my 13 yo had subsequently used the toilet not knowing it was clogged so needless to say it was a much more gross job than it should have been. They were extremely professional and had fantastic pricing.

We'll certainly be using the Drain Fighters for our future plumbing needs. Excellent job gentlemen!

Lindsay P.

04/11/2022 12:00:00 SA

James did a fantastic job fixing our clogged shower drain. After finding him on Yelp, he came same-day and quickly and efficiently resolved the issue. Highly recommend.

Kee L.

2/23/2022

James was able to come out right away to fix our drain issue and get the job done perfectly, for scheduling job satisfaction couldn't of asked for more I will use them moving forward for my drain and plumbing related issues.

Eugene S.

5/26/2021

We had a clogged shower drain in our master bathroom. James and his team were able to come out immediately. They were easy to coordinate with, provided prompt updates about arrival times, and offered clear, affordable rates for their service--especially when compared to other plumbers around DC.

Our shower has a weird setup too, so not only did they unclog the drain, but they also installed a better access point if I ever need to get back there again... But, really, at this point if I need anything else, I'm calling the The Drain Fighter.

Lisa H.

11/28/2021

I called James on a Sunday morning and he was here in under two hours. He worked to find and correct our issue even with it being more complicated than he expected. We are thankful for his timelines and assistance. We will definitely call him for all of our plumbing need!

Stephanie C.

5/16/2021

Wonderful job and great service. From the beginning to the end, the technician was professional, proficient and courteous. He even helped wipe and mop up afterwards. The price was excellent too. I'm very pleased.

Kha M.

11/03/2021 12:00:00 SA

This company was awesome. Very thorough and prompt on Football Sunday!! If you have am immediate plumbing issue this should be your go to. Very reasonable as well. Our access was returned within hours.

Scott K.

2/21/2021

James came right out and did a great job snaking the main drain in the house that was experiencing some issues.

He is a quick and frequent communicator- a rarity these days! I knew exactly when he was going to arrive and an estimate of what it would cost.

Very respectful of my time and my property. He wore a mask throughout his time in my home - even though the work was physically demanding.

He was even careful to clean up afterwards! Overall a great experience and highly recommend the Drain Fighter for drain care.

Tammi S.

01/01/2022 12:00:00 SA

Mr. James came because of an emergency situation involving my toilet backing up and causing it to overflow...he was prompt and diligent in resolving the issue I was experiencing. And. he came at short notice and on the Eve of a holiday (New Years Eve) and came back on the holiday (New Years Day) and completed the job and unclogged the drain. All I can say is thank you, thank you, and thank you again. would have given him 10 stars but Yelp only allows you to give 5 stars.

Chuck S.

10/17/2020

My kitchen sink was not draining. I don't trust in chemicals, nor my skills with plumbing. So, I started reading reviews of plumbers in my area. Then I found the Drain Fighter. I said to myself, yes, I need someone who can battle this clogged drain. They didn't just have a great name, but the credentials to back it up. I gave them a call, hoping they would have an opening in the next few days. No, the Drain Fighter was able to take up my cause that same day. He arrived equip to battle my drain. The clog was defeated in the first round. I am a happy with the care taken in my home and all aspects of the service.

Alec P.

11/28/2021

These guys are great. Our kitchen sink backed up on Thanksgiving. I called the next morning, he got there during the window he had given us (12-2 pm). I had already taken some of the drain apart, and even tried snaking it myself, to no avail. They spent quite a while, actually had to snake it twice, finally got it. Charged $249, which was at the top of the range he had quoted but it seemed fair to me. He and his assistant were both very pleasant. I hope they enjoyed the champagne we sent with them when they left.

Bahar O.

10/05/2020 12:00:00 SA

Excellent service! Punctual and quick! Defenitly will be calling for all my plumbing services!

Chaney S.

10/11/2020 12:00:00 SA

I had a leaky shower head that needed to be repaired. James was responsive, affordable, and fixed the issue. I will highly recommend and will use again for any future plumbing needs.

Joel T.

10/09/2020 12:00:00 SA

My kitchen sink was backing up. Lame! Contacted James and he was able to make it over in less than an hour. Convenient! Snaked the drain and now my sink works like a champ. Standard but competitive snaking fee, would call the Drain Fighter again for sure.

Shay D.

11/30/2021

These guys are great. We had a clog in our basement toilet and the plumber that our warranty company assigned failed to correct the issue. An additional plumber that the warranty company assigned just didn't show up! But when my husband searched the web ourselves, he called James and HE CAME OUT ON THE SAME DAY! He assessed the problem and began the resolution to our issue. He and his assistant returned 2 days later, as promised, and not only completed the toilet clog issue, but also fixed the standing water in the shower that's been issue as well. He was happy to do that extra work and was very professional and extremely polite. We are already planning to use Drain Fighter Jetting & Drain Cleaning Services for a Jetting job in a few weeks as we are especially satisfied with their work. We truly recommend them for their expertise.

First L.

10/01/2020 12:00:00 SA

The wife and I were in a real bind with a plumbing problem that we worked on for hours. We couldn't get ourselves and call James and he responded immediately and even made schedule changes just to make sure that he fit us in for the day! Very happy with the service five out of five stars and would use again in a heartbeat.

Peter K.

7/27/2020

They came very fast. Cleaned my drain at outside basement stairs right away. Found the price ($200) ok.
I liked the service.

Chris T.

10/13/2020

James and his partner were quick, efficient, and really, really flexible with my time. He immediately addressed the issue and fixed my problem. Did everything masked up and was super friendly. I would recommend James to any of my friends.

Fred R.

10/08/2020 12:00:00 SA

Great, prompt and courteous service. James followed up with phone calls to let me know his ETA.

Alan D.

9/26/2020

Came out from Capital Heights to Essex. Came on time. Used proper PPE and did a better job with my sump pump then was previously there before. Job well done!

AM W.

8/28/2021

We called The Drain Fighter at 9pm for a severe clog that affected the whole house. James answered immediately and promised to come the next day despite inclement weather and a packed schedule. He was as good as his word. James and his assistant were professional and efficiently resolved the blockage. They also left things cleaner than when they arrived. The cost was quite reasonable. We would absolutely use The Drain Fighter again.

Sam B.

3/17/2021

A friend recommended that I contact the Drain Fighter when my laundry room sink was clogged. James was able to come clear my drain the same day that I called and came within the time frame I was given. James was efficient and professional. Will definitely use again!

Jacqueline R.

7/13/2020

I am very impressed and satisfied with my services from The Drain Fighter. My toliet was stopped up and it was late at night. I called several other companies and all I kept getting was a answering service. I called The Drain Fighter and they called me back right away. James was very professional, knowledgeable and polite while telling him about my problem. James arrived on time, he had on his PPE for COVID-19 which is extremely important to me. James provided fast services and everything is working like new. After my services James cleaned up so well I would definitely refer him to anyone I know..

nat m.

6/13/2021

James was professional and fast. Had a clogged bathroom sink and he was able to fix it.

Jael A.

9/19/2020

Incredibly responsive and very reasonably priced! After heavy rains in DC and fear of my basement flooding, I had called multiple contractors to try to help with the job. The big companies charge an arm and a leg (literally got charged over $500 by Len The Plumber company to come snake my storm drain)... but when James came out he did the exact same thing and charged waaaay less. As for Jetting services, Magnolia Plumbing was going to charge me $1K minimum where as James had quoted me $350. I am staying away from the big companies that have the audacity to charge so much and will be calling honest people like James from The Drain Fighter Jetting & Drain Cleaning going forward. Highly recommend!!!

Nikki L.

1/14/2021

James is very fast with his service. I had my drainage clog from my washing machine lint. He snaked it, hydro jetted it . He gave me tips to use lint catcher to prevent it from happening. I really appreciated the work he did

Sean H.

10/19/2020

I was very happy with their timeliness and efficiency. Two shower drains were unclogged in a matter of minutes.

Paul L.

01/12/2021 12:00:00 SA

Outstanding service and a reasonable price by James. He came out the next day and helped with a clogged drain issue. I would recommend him to anyone. He took great care during the job resulting in a quick return to normal.

Sarah B.

9/26/2020

Awesome service! Responded quickly and fixed our plumbing issues. So glad to find a reliable plumber. He even gave me a teacher discount! If you want something fixed right, and fixed right away, call the Drain Fighter!

KevinandErin S.

9/16/2020

I called James Saturday to get an idea on what it would cost to get my French drain unclogged. Every time it rained heavily my basement would flood so I was pretty concerned with getting it done quickly. I was busy that day but said I was maybe planning on having somebody out in a couple days. I called him this morning and asked if he could fit me in this afternoon and he made time for me. He came when he said he would. He said what he was going to try to do first (snake the drain) and if that worked it would be a certain price. If that didn't work he would hydro jet it and it would be a certain price. Both sounded fair to me so I said give it a try. He was able to snake it in like 45mins and it cost exactly what the said it would. He was polite, responsive, and observed covid best practices. I'll definitely call him back in the future for my plumbing needs.

Shanel B.

08/05/2020 12:00:00 SA

I recently purchased a house and it has been vacant for some time. The pipe that drains the dishwasher and sink was backed up. I called my home warranty and they sent James and associate to fix. He listened to what the problem was-asked for old boxes to set up his equipment and went to work. Very professional& cleaned up afterwards. I would recommend to a friend or family member.

Candace W.

10/15/2020

Needed my bathroom sink and tub snaked. Water was going out extremely slow. James was on time, addressed the issue and fixed it immediately! Excellent service. Highly recommended!!!

Danitra D.

7/27/2020

If I could give six stars, then I would!!! James (owner) was extremely responsive by phone after finding the company on Angie's list. He was very pleasant and professional over the phone. As we talked over my issues, he was very knowledgeable about how to handle it that I could hear the confidence and felt hopeful that he could accomplish the job. James scheduled me the same day with a small window which was great for planning and called when he was on the way. I rarely get services that prompt me to give such an immediate review (they literally just left a little while ago), but they completely deserve the praise. When both guys arrived, they had their masks on and I took them on a tour to see both toilets, shower, and tub that were backed up with waste. They got right to work with taking care of the issues which we predetermined one the call was the main line and further confirmed upon arrival. The equipment was appropriate for the job with them being able to run a whole lot of feet to ensure the blockage was cleared. And for good measure and beyond ego, James went back and ran the machine again to ensure that everything was clear in the line which I appreciated greatly. Both guys worked really hard to ensure that I was taken care of and spent time testing EVERYTHING to make sure that we were up and running just fine; the sweat equity was apparent. I really appreciated the timed spent and the attention to detail that both guys demonstrated in just great overall customer service and competence in their ability to get it done. I am extremely happy with the results and will definitely HIGHLY recommend The Drain Fighters (my drain definitely put up a big fight) to anyone that has a small or big problem. My daughter celebrated by washing clothes and taking a shower at the same time;-) Before getting a call from James, I was thinking of going with a big commercial company because I thought they would be the only ones to handle the problem efficiently because it was super serious, but I am definitely happy to support a small business that offered personalized service and got it done! So happy! I did not know James, never met him or heard of his company, but he is my friend now, my go-to plumber, Locked in the number! Great guys! Great price! Great job!

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