FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
We offer 15% off first time customers!
The Drain Machine
Top Pro
Free service call
Pipe issues
Responds in about 5 min
Thumbtack Guarantee
If you hire this pro, you’re covered by a money-back guarantee. Learn more
If you hire this pro, you’re covered by a money-back guarantee. Learn more
About
We’re skilled, dependable, and easy to work with. From quick fixes to major repairs, we get the job done right the first time. No upsells, no mess—just honest plumbing you can count on.
Overview
Current Top Pro
Hired 13 times
Serves Inver Grove Heights, MN
Background checked
3 employees
1 year in business
Business hours
This pro hasn't listed their business hours.
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, and Credit card.
Social media
Services offered
Pipe issues
Repair urgency
I work on non-urgent repairs
I work on urgent repairs
Flooding status
Yes
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
Exceptional 5.0
53 reviews
5
100%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%
Read reviews that mention:
Michael D.
Jan 30, 2026
Hired on Thumbtack
Kurt arrived and took a look at my plumbing issues. He was quite aware of wht was going on and immediately provided me with 3 options to my problem. He was honest with advise to me and cost. When the repair cost was over my budget affordability. Austin worked with the numbers to help me meet this. Thank you so much Austin your company .
Michael Douglas
Details: Yes, repair is urgent • No, the building is not currently flooded • Drain issues • Shower or bathtub • House
Plumbing Pipe Repair
Marilyn L.
Dec 8, 2025
Hired on Thumbtack
They were able to fix permanently the problem. They took the time to explain the origin of the problem and had the parts with them for the repair. I would hire them again in a minute!
Details: Yes, repair is urgent • Only one drain has issues • Clogging • House
Plumbing Drain Repair
Christian U.
Dec 24, 2025
From Google
I highly recommend this company to anyone with plumbing issues. Austin knowledge on our situation was unmatched. We appreciate his inputs and suggestions. He did an awesome job!!
The Drain Machine's reply
Christian, thank you so much for recommending us! We're very happy Austin was able to help out!
Coryelle P.
Dec 20, 2025
Hired on Thumbtack
Austin was great! Fund the issue with the bathroom faucet and was replaced quickly. Will definitely use his services again!
Details: 1 sink • Separate handles control hot and cold water • 1 faucet • A month ago or longer
Sink or Faucet Repair
Jeff W.
Dec 9, 2025
From Google
Great customer service/plumber. The initial evaluation was free. Several other plumbing services will charge you just for calling them out to the house to look at your problem. Happy to support a local small business.
The Drain Machine's reply
Thank you for supporting and trusting us with your home, Jeff!
Credentials
Background Check
Austin Schmidt