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Johnson Bros. Plumbing & Drain Cleaning
Clogged Toilet? Call Now — Line Answered 24/7

Clogged Toilet? We'll Unclog It Fast.

Licensed South Shore plumber. $99 dispatch and diagnosis fee — waived if you approve the repair. Upfront pricing — no surprises.

We have cleared 58 toilet clogs across the South Shore, 22 of them in Quincy. Counted from our own completed work orders across 8 South Shore towns — not an estimate.

Plunger didn't work? Auger wouldn't reach it? The clog may be past the toilet trap in the branch drain or main line. We diagnose and fix in the same visit, with same-day availability when scheduling permits.

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MA Master Plumber Lic. PL #17034-M · Corp. #458124/7 emergency line4.8 stars · 385 Google reviews

Why Your Toilet Is Clogged (And Why DIY Isn't Working)

Foreign object in the trap

Kids toys, wipes, tampon products, or anything non-dissolving can lodge in the toilet trap. A home auger often just pushes it further.

Blockage past the trap

If a plunger and short auger didn't work, the clog is probably in the branch drain or vent. Home tools can't reach that far.

Main line backup

If your toilet is slow AND the tub/sink is backing up, the main drain is the problem — not the toilet. Needs professional drain cleaning or hydro-jetting.

Partial blockage building up

Chronic slow flushing means buildup is narrowing the line. A proper cleaning now prevents a full backup later.

How We Clear Your Clogged Toilet

1
Diagnose the clog location

Toilet trap vs branch drain vs main line — that determines the right tool.

2
Professional auger or snake

Commercial-grade tools that reach further than consumer augers.

3
Camera inspection if needed

For repeat clogs or main-line suspicion, we camera-inspect so you see the cause.

4
Upfront pricing

Every step quoted before we do it. $99 to send a licensed technician out, not charged at all if you approve the repair.

Toilet Overflowing or Backing Up Now?

Shut off the water valve at the base of the toilet and call us immediately.

Call (617) 479-9911

Clogged Toilet Service — South Shore MA

Dispatched daily from our Quincy & Abington offices:

Quincy Abington Boston Braintree Weymouth Milton Randolph Hingham Brockton Rockland Cohasset Canton Hull Holbrook Sharon Whitman Scituate Hanover Plymouth Marshfield Stoughton Norwell Bridgewater Pembroke Hanson East Bridgewater Duxbury Avon West Bridgewater Kingston Halifax

Clogged Toilet — Common Questions

Can you unclog my toilet today?
In most cases, yes. Call (617) 479-9911 — we dispatch from Quincy and Abington and route same-day calls based on current availability. If we confirm a same-day slot, we give you a real appointment window, not a vague 'sometime today.'
How much does unclogging a toilet cost?
Our $99 to send a licensed technician out, not charged at all if you approve the repair. A straightforward toilet auger job is usually a quick visit. If the clog is actually in the branch line or main drain (not the toilet itself), we'll show you that on the camera and give you a clear itemized quote before continuing.
What if I already tried a plunger and a snake?
If a basic plunger and consumer-store auger didn't clear it, the blockage is likely past the toilet trap — in the branch drain or main line. That needs a professional auger, possibly a sewer camera to see the obstruction, and sometimes hydro-jetting. We handle all three.
My toilet is overflowing — is that an emergency?
Yes. First step: close the water shutoff valve at the base of the toilet (turn the knob clockwise until it stops) to stop more water from filling. Then call (617) 479-9911 and we'll route emergency dispatch. If you smell sewer gas or see backup from other fixtures, note that — it points to a main line issue.
Can a clogged toilet damage my plumbing?
A simple clog — no. But overflow and repeated forceful flushing can stress the wax ring and flange, and sewer water can damage floors, subfloors, and ceilings below. The fastest path to avoiding damage is getting the clog cleared promptly, not repeated DIY attempts.

Clogged Toilet? Let's Get It Cleared.

Licensed and insured. 4.8 stars from 385 Google reviews. $99 to diagnose, not charged if you approve the repair.

Also see: Full Drain Cleaning · Hydrojetting · Sewer Camera