The Truth About $99 Drain Cleaning in Westminster, Broomfield, and Thornton
Why We Don’t Offer $99 Drain Cleaning
If you’ve seen a company advertising drain cleaning under $99, it’s not a deal — it’s a tactic. Let’s break it down with real numbers:
A plumbing truck in the Denver metro averages 10 miles per gallon (fully loaded with tools and materials).
A 30-minute drive each way is about 30 miles round trip, burning around 3 gallons of fuel. At $2.50 per gallon, that’s nearly $8 — and when you factor in traffic, it’s more realistic to round that up to $10 in fuel costs.
Add in insurance, technician wages, vehicle maintenance, tires, repairs, tolls, and consumables like drain rooter blades and cables, and the true break-even point is closer to $150.
So how can anyone offer a $99 “deal”? The math simply doesn’t add up. The truth is these offers are designed to get a salesman disguised as a plumber into your home, with the goal of upselling you on unnecessary (and often expensive) work.
That’s why we say: homeowner beware.
Our Honest Approach
At Big Apple Plumbing LLC, we refuse to play games with your trust. We don’t use bait-and-switch tactics. Instead, we take a what you see is what you get approach:
Transparent pricing with no hidden agendas.
Licensed plumbers who do the work — not salespeople.
Local service in Westminster, Broomfield, and Thornton from a company owned by your neighbors, not a private investment group.
Why Plumbing Problems Happen (and Need Professional Solutions)
Real plumbing issues need real solutions — not gimmicks. Here’s why they occur:
Clogged drains: grease, hair, soap buildup, or tree roots in sewer lines.
Leaks: worn seals, corroded pipes, or high water pressure.
Water heater issues: sediment buildup, faulty elements, or worn valves.
Low water pressure: hidden leaks, failing regulators, or aging pipes.
Each of these requires proper diagnostics and professional repair. A cut-rate “cleaning” doesn’t address the real problem — it only opens the door to unnecessary sales.
Why Choose Big Apple Plumbing LLC
We’ve built our reputation in the Denver metro on honesty and reliability:
Straightforward quotes every time.
Thousands of 5-star reviews from satisfied customers.
24/7 emergency service when you need help most.
A team that lives and works in the same neighborhoods we serve.
Final Word
The numbers don’t lie. Between fuel, insurance, labor, maintenance, and tools, there’s no way to provide real plumbing service for $99. That’s why these ads are nothing more than bait to get someone in your door.
At Big Apple Plumbing LLC, we put honesty before gimmicks. We’re proud to serve Westminster, Broomfield, and Thornton with professional plumbing services you can trust — because we’re your neighbors, not a corporate sales machine.
