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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Plumbing, Drain Cleaning, Sewer Cleaning,

About us

No extra charge for nights, weekends and holidays. Additional phones - (408) 739-2415, (800) 768-6911, (408) 739-4979, (408) 739-2415. Additional DBAs - Roto Rooter Services Co, Roto-Rooter Services Co. Additional contact name -Karl Maier, Jason Williams, Bill Foley, Enrique Jaime. Additional email - rotorooter.callcenters@rrsc.com.

Business highlights

89 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Residential & commercial dishwashers, disposers, faucets, sinks, floor, drains, showers, tubs, sewer lines replacement, drain cleaning, sump, pumps, toilets, video camera line inspection, water heaters, septic & drain fields, plumbing, drain care & cleaning, hauling, line detection & water jetting.Water Damage and Water Restoration

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

10%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.5233 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
67%
4
15%
3
8%
2
3%
1
6%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.6
value
4.0
professionalism
4.6
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.7
Showing 1-25 of 233 reviews

Sylvia O.
12/2021
2.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
It went ok but the price is really high.
Description of Work: Replacing Faucet Quote
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Heather B.
01/2019
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Great service, punctual, and a quality outcome
Description of Work: replace sewer line section

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Don O.
12/2018
3.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I was originally told that it would be a long wait, but got a call back about a half hour later, and the technician showed up about a half hour after that. I explained the problem, expecting the job to take about 20 minutes and cost about $200. However, he quoted me a $404! I called my regular plumber who, granted, won't be able to make it until tomorrow morning, but will do the job for the expected $200 range.
Description of Work: A simple snaking of about 20 feet of the main line from cleanout to street.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
2.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0


Edith A.
09/2017
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
  + 0 more
It went great. They did a great job. They did great. They were really, really good. They were very responsive. Yes, they did clean up.
Description of Work: They cleaned out a drain outside by the front yard.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Gus S.
09/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I did use Roto-Rooter and I’ve always had a very good experience with them. I bought the replacement parts on my own. I had them install them. I will use them again. It was one worker that came out. It took longer than he thought. It took 3 or more hours.
Description of Work: They replaced some faucets in the bathroom.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Joanna R.
05/2017
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
  + 0 more
Very well. The plumber diagnosed the problem and cleared the blockage. He had to remove the toilet to do it, so it wasn't cheap, but he solved the problem. He arrived quickly and set about work efficiently.
Description of Work: We had a very slow draining bathtub and toilet.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$550

Deanna K.
03/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
The service went very well and quickly, considering the scope of the project.
Description of Work: Leak in outdoor plumbing

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$650

Mary S.
02/2017
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
They were very helpful because they said if I go buy the disposal I would save me about $300, so that was good. Everything's just been fine.
Description of Work: I use Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services for plumbing services. They replaced a disposal and unplugged drains.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

LAURA S.
01/2017
5.0
plumbing, wells
  + 0 more
Great. Called in the morning, they were out that afternoon. Straight forward and good service.
Description of Work: Needed to make sure my basement was ready for a storm. New sump pump needed fittings and testing.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$424

Kelly S.
01/2017
5.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning
  + 0 more
Excellent customer service on phone; prompt appointment scheduling; service provider was here on time and called beforehand. Quickly diagnosed problem and addressed it without incident. In, out and on his way within an hour.
Description of Work: Clean out feeder line to main sewer line; sludge removed and line snaked effectively, efficiently and very, very cleanly.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$375

Dave S.
01/2017
5.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning
  + 0 more
Everything went well. they had to reschedule for the following morning but the person that came out was very professional, thorough and neat.
Description of Work: I needed my sewer line cleared

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Mary S.
01/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Fine. The unit needed to be replaced and the technician told me that I could save money by buying it myself and calling him to come install it. I did and all went well
Description of Work: Disposal repair

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Debra M.
12/2016
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
  + 0 more
I was very satisfied and they were every thorough. He was good, very good, knowledgeable.
Description of Work: I used Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services for plumbing service. They unclog some drains in our kitchen sink.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

David S.
11/2016
3.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
It went very good. I felt to some extent I was scammed. They just could have been more honest. They were making it much bigger than it had to be. I subsequently was able to do it much better and much cheaper. They were looking for $15,000 for a sewer line. It turns out we didn't need a sewer line, all we had to do was to cut the roots in the line and it was fine.
Description of Work: .

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
1.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Josh M.
08/2016
5.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning
  + 0 more
It went great. I was very happy. 10 minutes before a party at our house started I noticed that a toilet was severely clogged. I called Roto Rooter at 4PM on a Sunday and they arrived within 2 hours and fixed the problem.
Description of Work: Fixed a clogged sewer line.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$360

Khanh N.
04/2016
3.0
hauling services
  + -1 more
Hard to find someone available over weekend, so appreciate the fast availability. Someone can come in an hour on a Friday night. However, the prices quote was not good $250/hour for a minimum of 1 hour. Way more than we want to pay/other services that are less prompt.
Description of Work: We needed weekend clearing of a shower drain.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
2.0
responsiveness
5.0


Louis B.
02/2016
5.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning, drain cleaning
  + 1 more
Keith and helper were right on time. Very professional, conscientious, easy to work with.
Description of Work: Cleared a clogged main drain lateral, video scoped, and foamed for root intrusion.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$406

May C.
02/2016
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
I have a drainage problem and water back up to the bathtub. I called in roto-rooter late at night and they came first thing in the morning. Service was quick, clean, and the technician was courteous, and informed me what was going on. I have been using them for many years and I found their work always reliable.
Description of Work: Clean up the drain blockage.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

Steve P.
01/2016
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing, sewer cleaning
  + 1 more
For a change a contractor that actually showed up on time and did a professional job. They come the first day and cleaned the drain line and on the second day a plumber came to fix the problem I had with a bathroom faucet which had become clogged with debris when the city shut off and turned my water back on. Both service people were very professional and got the job done quickly and easily.
Description of Work: cleaned out a clog in the main sewer line and fixed the hot water value in the tub.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$360

Patrick E.
01/2016
4.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning, drain cleaning
  + 1 more
Called for service at 6pm on Sunday, was given a 4hr arrival window from 6 - 10pm. Phillip arrived around 9pm, briefly after the dispatchers call to inform me about the arrival. He assessed the problem and it was soon clear that something with the sewer line was not right. He provided a quick overview of the options and the prices, and we agreed to have the line snaked. Phillip was very courteous and informed us about the progress, even giving us a quick (and very welcome) 'bathroom break' before the final cleanup procedure (which meant we couldn't run water for a good hour). Overall very efficient and fast response, although I feel like you pay a premium for it.
Description of Work: Experienced a backup of toilet and tub. Roto-Rooter snaked the sewer line.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$450

LAURA S.
12/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Luis, from Roto Rooter, came out to help remove a nail wedged in my garbage disposal. From the time I place the first call to when he arrived was less than 2 hours. Once again a very courteous and professional person arrived and did a very competent job. I tend to ask questions, to learn something, and Luis was very agreeable to answering my questions. Plus, I learned more about the proper use of a garbage disposal. I know that when I call Roto Rooter I will get the job taken care of and a solid warranty back up the work. Thank you!
Description of Work: Came out in response to a nail stuck in my garbage disposal. I could get the blades to move, the disc to move, but then it would jamb.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$195

David L.
09/2015
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
  + 0 more
We called up in the morning of 9/9/15. The job was done in early afternoon. We noticed a small leak at the bottom of the sink. We called up the office next morning. Another serviceman came and fixed it at noon time. We are very impressed by their quick response. They did an excellent job.
Description of Work: clean the line of kitchen sink

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Ronald H.
08/2015
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning, sewer cleaning
  + 1 more
As noted above, the technician showed up on time (first 1/2 hour of a 2 hour window given me over the phone earlier this morning), worked quickly to unplug the sewer line and cleaned-up after he was finished. He was friendly, but very professional and did not mind us watching him work. He gave us recommendations of how to prevent future clogs which we will follow in the future. We are extremely happy with the quick response, the friendly and courteous service and recommendations of how to prevent future problems.
Description of Work: I called Roto-Rooter and they gave me a window of when the technician would be at our home. He showed up in the first 1/2 hour of the 2 hour window and proceeded to clear the sewer line. He recommended a treatment to kill tree roots that may be in the sewer lines, which he applied after we told him to do. He also told us other things that could cause a clog. He washed everything down when he was finished.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

john D.
06/2015
5.0
drain pipe, plumbing, septic tank, sewer cleaning
  + 2 more
IT WENT QUITE WELL THE FIRST TIME AND I REQUESTED JUDE TO HANDLE THE SECOND PROBLEM. THE FACT THAT I USED HIM TWICE SAYS IT ALL. NO PROBLEMS...ARRIVES ON TIME, WORKS QUICKLY AND NEATLY.
Description of Work: I HAVE HAD JUDE BEST DO WORK FOR ME ON TWO OCCASIONS. ONE FOR EVALUATION AND TREATING OF SEWER DRAIN TO MY SEPTIC TANK, THE OTHER TO RUN A CLEAN OUT ON A SIX INCH STORM DRAIN CARRYING WATER FROM THE HOUSE TO AN AREA 60 FT AWAY. HE IS STRONG AS A BULL, KNOWS HIS PLUMBING, AND IS MINDFUL OF THE COSTS.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

Response from Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
First, thank you for using our company. We appreciate the work. Secondly, I read this review to Jude this morning and it put a huge smile on his face. Best of luck moving forward.

Sameer L.
03/2015
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
They were pretty prompt and they came on time and he spend some time and got it done. They did ok and it was a big problem we had. The sink is working pretty well. The price was a bit expensive but I don't have a comparative price.
Description of Work: We have used Roto-Rooter. The garbage disposal in the kitchen was blocked so the water was blocking up. So he cleaned it out.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Contact information

220 Demeter St, EAST PALO ALTO, CA 94303

https://www.rotorooter.com/eastpaloaltoca/

Service hours

Sunday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

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Service Categories

Plumbing,
Drain Cleaning,
Sewer Cleaning,
Drain Pipe Installation,
Septic Systems,
Water Heaters,
Wells and Pumps,
Natural Gas Lines,
Heating and Air Conditioning,
Hauling,
Excavating,
Dryer Vent Cleaning

FAQ

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.

Sunday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Monday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup offers free project estimates.
Yes, Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup offers emergency services.
Yes, Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup offers warranties.
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup offers the following services: Residential & commercial dishwashers, disposers, faucets, sinks, floor, drains, showers, tubs, sewer lines replacement, drain cleaning, sump, pumps, toilets, video camera line inspection, water heaters, septic & drain fields, plumbing, drain care & cleaning, hauling, line detection & water jetting.Water Damage and Water Restoration

Contact information

220 Demeter St, EAST PALO ALTO, CA 94303

https://www.rotorooter.com/eastpaloaltoca/

Service hours

Sunday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM