Price comparison for a toilet unclogging service

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You’ve just flushed the toilet, and then disaster strikes: your toilet is clogged!

You’ve probably tried all the tips you could find online, but nothing seems to work, and now it’s time to call a plumber.

When you consider that a plumber could easily charge £100 just to unclog your toilet, it’s worth thinking twice before making the wrong decision!

Luckily, I’ve done some research into the rates charged by drain-clearing companies. I’ve compared them to the 3,000 toilet unblocking jobs done through Yoojo since 2022, so I can present you with a comparison of the two options.

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Summary

Toilet unblocking: what plumbers charge in the UK?

Why you should delegate the job to a plumber

Which plumber to hire: classic plumbing company vs. Yoojo

The price list for different types of unclogging

How to get quotes for free?

Toilet unblocking: what plumbers charge in the UK?

The prices plumbers charge to unblock a toilet can really vary widely! That's because it mainly depends on the type of company you decide to hire.

Here’s a quick comparison between a traditional company and a service provider to give you an idea:

Classic plumbing company:

£115

Plumber from Yoojo:

£56

* How these prices are calculated :

For traditional drain-clearing companies: I took an average of all the prices I could find online.
For plumbers offering personal services through Yoojo: I averaged all the toilet unblocking jobs done through Yoojo

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Emergency Unblocking

Unblocking on a specific date

Why you should delegate the job to a plumber

It's a fair question to ask: Do I really need to call a plumber? Couldn't I just buy the right tool and do it myself?

Here are two reasons why it’s worth delegating this task:

✅ Your toilet is really blocked:

When you flush, the water doesn’t go down at all
This isn’t the first time it happened
It’s happening more and more frequently
You’ve already tried a plunger and drain cleaner without success

❌ Buying tools might not be worth it:

The tools are too expensive (over £100 for a drain snake or pump)
You’ll rarely use them
They take up space
You’re not sure if they’ll be effective
The prices are comparable to a specialised unblocking service

I'm a tenant, do I need to pay the bill?

When a blockage occurs in the toilet pipes, unless it’s due to an exception like a breakage, design flaw, or incorrect connection, you’ll be responsible for the cost. Legally, it’s considered maintenance work, so the tenant always bears the cost of unblocking or cleaning the toilet.

Which plumber to hire: classic plumbing company vs. Yoojo

As you might expect, there’s a big price difference between a company and a plumber through a personal service, and there are several reasons for that. Let me share them with you.

The Plumber from a classic company:

A woman grimacing while looking at a bill

These are the most expensive, as they have to cover social contributions, employer/employee charges, and maintain costly equipment.

The plumbers through Yoojo:

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Cheaper and without the hefty bill, the plumber offering personal services (service provider) is a status designed to for small everyday help. It’s perfect for those looking to earn a bit of extra money.

How to make the right choice?

Figure out what you need to quickly make a decision.

Choose a classic plumbing company:

If you're a professional
If you need an invoice
For large, complicated jobs (like a construction site)

Choose a plumber through Yoojo:

If you're a private individual
For straightforward jobs
If you don't need an invoice
If you want to save money

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The price list for different types of unclogging

How much can prices vary for unblocking your toilet drains? A lot, because it all depends on the type of unblocking you choose.

Here are some example prices charged by plumbers:

Type of Toilet Unblocking	Average Price from a Classic Plumber Company	Average Price from Plumber on Yoojo
Unblocking with a Plunger (or Plunger Unblocker)	£89	£39
Unblocking with a Drain Snake	£120	£68
Unblocking with a Pump Unblocker	£126	£66
Limescale Removal in Toilet	+ 50%	+ 30%

What types of toilets can your Yoojo plumber handle?

Here are all the types of toilets that our plumbers can take care of:

Standard Toilet

This is the simplest type of toilet to unblock.

Wall-Hung Toilet

Pipes in the wall can be hard to access.

Japanese Toilet

Even with advanced technology, blockages can still happen.

Macerator Toilet

Often, it's a matter of freeing up the mechanism.

💶 Why are prices so low on Yoojo?

At Yoojo, we do everything to connect you with the best and cheapest plumber near you. Here’s why their prices are so competitive:

No agency fees driving up costs—everything is done online.
The plumbers will adapt their prices depending on what you need.
You can book as little as a one-hour service.
With many independent plumbers living near you, you save on call out fees.

How to get quotes for free?

At Yoojo, We believe that you should not pay anything until you've found the right plumber.

That's why you can request help for free and talk with the plumbers before you book anyone.

Just ask for help and we'll connect you with the best available plumbers near you... it will usually take about 15-30 minutes before you can get your first quotes!