# North Shore Drains **Trade:** Plumbing · **Address:** 22 May St, Peabody, MA 01960, USA · **Phone:** (978) 304-3204 · **Website:** https://northshoredrains.com/ · **Languages:** English **Rating: 3.7/5** (medium confidence) — from 17 reviews across 4 sources. A 0–5 star rating built from what customers and the public say (every review and mention weighted by where it was posted, how old, how detailed and how credible it is, shrunk toward a 3.5★ baseline when evidence is thin) plus what the record shows (Reddit recommendations or warnings, a registry-verified licence, how recently they were reviewed, customer work photos, BBB grade, negative news, a revoked licence). Positive record counts only as far as the reviews have earned it; penalties count in full. Confidence describes how much weighted evidence stands behind the number, never the number itself: low when fewer than about five normal reviews' worth of weight (or mentions only) support it, medium up to about twenty, high beyond that across at least two sources. An operator flag for a suspicious review pattern caps a rating at 3.5★ and marks it low. 100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 16 reviews, 0 negative. ## The honest read North Shore Drains is a Danvers-based drain and sewer outfit — camera inspections, hydro jetting, same-day clog calls — covering North Shore towns from Salem and Peabody up through Danvers, Beverly and Marblehead. The name that keeps coming up in its reviews is John, described as quick to show up and quick to explain what went wrong. Google reviews from the past year describe kitchen sinks and main drains cleared same-day, water backing out of every drain in a house resolved on the spot, and a clogged sink and toilet both fixed on one visit for a Danvers customer. People mention clean work, fair pricing, and an explanation of the cause rather than just a quick fix. Google shows the company at 5.0 stars from 14 ratings, and 16 of its 17 reviews landed in just the last six months. Its Thumbtack page carries five more 5-star reviews, but those are actually about a different kind of work — mounting a security camera, general home repairs — credited to other names, not drain or sewer service, so they don't add much to the plumbing picture specifically. One thing worth flagging: a June 2026 Google review opens with what reads like leftover drafting text ("Here's a fresh one, a bit warmer and more personal:") before the review itself — worth keeping in mind when weighing the newest reviews. Otherwise, for a North Shore clog or backup, this reads as a responsive, same-day operation with a real, if recent, track record. **Strengths:** - Same-day fixes — clogs and backups cleared quickly and cleanly - Clear explanations — technicians describe the cause, not just a quick fix - 5.0 stars on Google — 14 ratings, mostly within the last six months **Concerns:** - Odd review text — one 2026 review shows leftover AI-style drafting notes **Where sources disagree:** - Five Thumbtack reviews on this profile describe unrelated handyman work (security camera mounting, furniture assembly, general repairs) attributed to 'Paul' or 'John Coyne Home Services' — none mention drain or sewer work, so they don't speak to this company's core service. ## Claims & citations Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication. - Same-day calls for a kitchen sink clog, water backing out of every drain, and a main drain clog were each resolved quickly and cleanly _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2t0RFVUWmliMjlDWDA5NlNHMXZlRXBtTmpKU05IYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe31c21a0e7f95cdf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOktDUTZib29CX096SG1veEpmNjJSNHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Here’s a fresh one, a bit warmer and more personal: “North Shore Drains saved the day for us last week! Our kitchen sink completely stopp…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2sxbFdVMXZWbTFuVlV4cVlYTXpXVjl4WW13eWNuYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe31c21a0e7f95cdf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOk1lWU1vVm1nVUxqYXMzWV9xYmwycnc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Good guy, local guy..I had water backing out of all the drains in my house and he came out really fast and took care of everything right …” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pWUmF6VllRVU5TVFVsMWFFZDFNbXRzVm1aT1FuYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe31c21a0e7f95cdf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjVRazVYQUNSTUl1aEd1MmtsVmZOQnc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I had a clogged main drain, got ahold of John at north shore drains and he came out right away. Great communication and was very clean an…” - A clogged sink and toilet were both fixed on one visit for a Danvers-area customer _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pSRGNEbHlVMVZpVWpSaVNsTlJPRkZ3YlhweVYwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe31c21a0e7f95cdf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjRDcDlyU1ViUjRiSlNROFFwbXpyV0E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I had John with north shore drains take a look at a clogged sink and toilet.He worked on one and they both were fixed. I d highly recomm…” - Google shows 5.0 stars from 14 ratings, with 16 of 17 reviews landing in the last six months and none negative _(confidence: high)_ - [Google](https://maps.google.com/?cid=16364992120927902943&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) — “Google: 5★ from 14 ratings” - A June 2026 Google review contains visible drafting/editorial text ('Here's a fresh one, a bit warmer and more personal:') ahead of the review content _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2t0RFVUWmliMjlDWDA5NlNHMXZlRXBtTmpKU05IYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe31c21a0e7f95cdf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOktDUTZib29CX096SG1veEpmNjJSNHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Here’s a fresh one, a bit warmer and more personal: “North Shore Drains saved the day for us last week! Our kitchen sink completely stopp…” - Read set modestly below the anchor because five of the seventeen pooled reviews (from Thumbtack) describe unrelated handyman work under different names, not drain/sewer service — the evidence base actually speaking to this trade is closer to the twelve Google reviews _(confidence: medium)_ - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/peabody/handyman/northshore-drains/service/506281444717846538) — “This Thumbtack profile is titled 'Northshore Drains' (Peabody, MA, 2 years in business, background-checked) with a 5.0 rating from 6 reviews…” - Specializes in Plumbing _(confidence: high)_ - [Official Website](https://northshoredrains.com) — “North Shore Drains is a Danvers-based drain and sewer cleaning company offering 24/7 emergency and same-day residential/commercial service a…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pSRGNEbHlVMVZpVWpSaVNsTlJPRkZ3YlhweVYwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe31c21a0e7f95cdf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjRDcDlyU1ViUjRiSlNROFFwbXpyV0E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I had John with north shore drains take a look at a clogged sink and toilet.He worked on one and they both were fixed. I d highly recomm…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2sxbFdVMXZWbTFuVlV4cVlYTXpXVjl4WW13eWNuYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe31c21a0e7f95cdf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOk1lWU1vVm1nVUxqYXMzWV9xYmwycnc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Good guy, local guy..I had water backing out of all the drains in my house and he came out really fast and took care of everything right …” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pWUmF6VllRVU5TVFVsMWFFZDFNbXRzVm1aT1FuYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe31c21a0e7f95cdf!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjVRazVYQUNSTUl1aEd1MmtsVmZOQnc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I had a clogged main drain, got ahold of John at north shore drains and he came out right away. Great communication and was very clean an…” ## License No license record has been checked yet for this contractor. ## Sources - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=North%20Shore%20Drains&query_place_id=ChIJYZOcPUeJNW4R31z556AhHOM): 5.0★ from 14 ratings - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=North%20Shore%20Drains&query_place_id=ChIJYZOcPUeJNW4R31z556AhHOM): Listed on this source - [Official Website](https://northshoredrains.com): Self-reported profile and service details - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/peabody/handyman/northshore-drains/service/506281444717846538): 5.0★ from 6 ratings ## Recent reviews - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Walter Perlera · 2026-06-29**: I had an amazing experience with North Shore Drains! Their service was top-notch from start to finish. They responded incredibly fast and showed up right on time, which I really appreciated. The team was professional, friendly, and clearly knew what they were doing. They got the job done quickly wit… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Courtney Dexter · 2026-06-07**: Here’s a fresh one, a bit warmer and more personal: “North Shore Drains saved the day for us last week! Our kitchen sink completely stopped draining and we were panicking. They showed up quickly, diagnosed the issue right away, and cleared it without any mess. The technician was friendly, explained … - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Lisa Hill · 2026-06-06**: I had an excellent experience with North Shore Drains. They were professional, responsive, and arrived on time. They quickly diagnosed the problem, explained everything clearly, and completed the work efficiently. It’s refreshing to work with a company that is honest, knowledgeable, and takes pride … - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Anna Dexter · 2026-06-06**: Amazing job, very helpful and professional and fast - **5/5 · Google Reviews · D5 · 2026-06-06**: I told him my situation and was able to find the solution and work with me quick. Very understanding guy and is on Go! - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Cory Chamberlain · 2026-05-19**: I would honestly recommend them to anyone, super reliable - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Justin Allen · 2026-05-04**: I had John with north shore drains take a look at a clogged sink and toilet.He worked on one and they both were fixed. I d highly recommend him to anyone in the Danvers area with drain issues. He was very fast and professional. I’d highly recommend him for your house needs. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Michael Riccardi · 2026-04-25**: good pricing, fast, and clean. Very professional. Would recommend - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Brittney Obrien · 2026-04-25**: I recently used this company and had a great experience from start to finish. John was professional, responsive, and made the entire process feel easy and stress-free. Everything was handled efficiently, and it was clear he takes pride in the quality of his work. Communication was consistent, and a… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Michael Thibodeau · 2026-04-25**: I can’t recommend North Shore Drains cleaning company enough! From start to finish, the experience was absolutely top-notch. They responded quickly, showed up right on time, and handled the issue with total professionalism and expertise. Also they didn’t just fix the immediate problem and leave, the… --- Data freshness: last scanned 2026-07-05T14:39:22.795Z. Cite as: North Shore Drains — Tavlee (https://tavlee.com/contractor/north-shore-drains-peabody) Source: https://tavlee.com/contractor/north-shore-drains-peabody