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Roto-Rooter

Plumbing, Drain Cleaning, Sewer Cleaning,

About us

Specializing in emergency drain and plumbing repair. Also normal maintenance and waste grease trap vacuuming. Additional DBAs - Roto-Rooter Group Inc, Roto-Rooter, Baton Rouge Sewer & Drain, Roto Rooter Sewer & Drain Service Inc. Additional contact names -Larry Musgrove, Maria Bowers.

Business highlights

89 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Residential and commercial plumbing & drain cleaning including sewers and drains, hydroblasting, faucets, sinks, toilets, showers & tubs, waterlines, pipework, water heaters, grease trap, septic tanks & video camera line inspection.

Services we don't offer

Jacuzi or hot tubs repairs, well repairs. **we can fix but do not have the specialty parts on hand**

Amenities

Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

10%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.671 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
77%
4
8%
3
4%
2
3%
1
7%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.6
value
4.2
professionalism
4.6
responsiveness
4.6
punctuality
4.8
Showing 1-25 of 71 reviews

Gerard K.
02/2021
5.0
plumbing, drain pipe
  + 0 more
RR service was superb, prompt, and reasonable. The service men were polite, professional, and creative in addressing my problem and I HIGHLY recommend them to all.
Description of Work: Reroute kitchen sink drain

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
$500

Robin B.
03/2020
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
I’ve used Roto-Rooter several times. Every couple of years the washing machine drain will start backing up due to a poorly designed system. The technicians have always shown up as scheduled. Always been extremely friendly and polite. And have every single time solved the issue within a very short period of time. The cost of having the line snaked every 2 or so years is negligible compared to the expense of redoing my drain lines.
Description of Work: Washing machine drain line needed snaking.

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
$165

Response from Roto-Rooter
Thanks so much for taking the time to give us a review! -Shane

Curt M.
10/2019
5.0
plumbing, septic tank, drain cleaning
  + 1 more
Work was performed quickly and as needed. Technicians were all polite and professional. Dispatch called to let me know when people were on there way and price was fair for work performed. Would use again.
Description of Work: Sewer lined backed up

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

William B.
06/2018
1.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Never showed up. I called after the time frame from which they said they would show up. Gave me another time frame and still didn't show up for that as well. Very unprofessional on the phone. Will never use them again!
Description of Work: Clean washing machine drain

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


Response from Roto-Rooter
I see that you called over the weekend and the answering service and Al talked to you. I'm pulling everyone in to find where we went wrong. I sincerely apologize. Shane

Patricia G.
08/2017
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
Within two hours of my call, the plumber arrived. He worked hard and efficiently. The drain is clear and clean. Very professional, thanks!
Description of Work: Cleaning out an outside drain/downspout invaded by tree roots.

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
$260

Michael S.
04/2017
5.0
drain cleaning
  + -1 more
I really liked being able to request an appointment on their website. I filled that out last night requesting service this morning and got a call about 7:45 AM. The technician (Howard) showed up about an hour later and used a power pipe snake at the kitchen sink cleanout (outside). He cleared the blockage that was about 65 feet down the line (no wonder my little 25" manual snake didn't work). The whole service took about 25 minutes. He was polite and professional and did not make a mess at all. I would like to have paid less, but I really can't complain about the price considering time and equipment and they have to make a living!
Description of Work: Clogged sewer line. The kitchen sink was not draining and my own efforts with Draino, a plunger and a pipe snake didn't work so I gave up and called in a pro.

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
$145

Jo Ann C.
03/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Very well. Very knowledgeable. Completed the work in a timely manner.
Description of Work: Installed a cutofff valve and connected the gas stove

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
$150

Charlene L.
01/2016
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
It went great! Kyle has been out to do some work for us before and he's always very nice to work with.
Description of Work: Empty septic tank

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
$150

Wanda O.
07/2015
1.0
drain cleaning, plumbing, sewer cleaning
  + 1 more
the service technician arrived at the property on the 29th. I was not notified that they were coming but my tenant called to tell me they broke the water line- so, I knew they were there. I went to the property and Matt was working on repairing the water line - which was good. I then once again told him what the service technician had told me about the bad section of clay pipe that needed to be replaced from the toilet to the main sewer line by the driveway. I did not stay while he did the work. When I came back on Monday to check, I noticed that there was no evidence of digging under the house. This concerned me because that's what the other technicians told me it needed to be done. I called the office and I was told that the original service people are not qualified to tell me what was wrong. I was there the entire time they had worked on cleaning the drain and saw that they had to go under the house where we had installed a clean out at the toilet. Only then were they able to remove the roots that had invaded the drain line. The manager, Jimmie, told me that they installed a cleanout at the driveway and a coupling. He told me that if it got clogged again, they would clean it out with the 1 year warranty. I did not want to have a recurring problem and that's why I wanted the clay drain line replaced where the original technicians told me that it needed. I sent several letters to Roto Rooter and finally told them I would not pay until I knew they had fixed the problem. I asked that Matt who did the work to call me. As of this time I have not heard from him. When I asked Jimmie if they were going to fix this issue, he said "no". He said that I didn't read the bid right. The bid said that once the line was exposed that the bad section would be cut out and clean outs would be installed.(they were also going to use a camera to inspect the line to make sure everything was alright) I only saw 1 clean out installed-so I don't know where the other clean out was installed. This issue has never been resolved and they are still charging me for the job even though the area that needed to be replaced was not replaced. I plan to have another service provider complete the job.
Description of Work: On April 23rd we had a toilet backing up. Roto rooter cleared the drain line. The service man said that the drain from the toilet to the main line at the driveway needed to be replaced or we would continue to have problems. This service call cost $175. I was happy with this service. I then called the office to get a quote to replace the line which they said needed to be replaced. They gave me a quote of $850--the drain line to be replaced was less than 10 ft. long but it was under the house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
2.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0

$850

Response from Roto-Rooter
Some of this is true, some is not. There has been confusion the entire time thru this job. Original technician was a drain cleaner who cleaned the line for $185.00 on 4/24/15 he found a bad spot using his cable. Gave his opinion without running a camera. Mrs [removed member name] requested a bid on 5/13/15 to repair the broken spot and install a 2 way cleanout. On 5/15/15 a Licensed plumber gave a bid to repair the broken spot and install a 2 way clean-out and video the remaining line to ensure the rest of the line was good. Mrs [removed member name] signed a bid with the wording: Excavating soil on side of house between driveway and house to expose main sewer line. Once line is exposed and bad section cut out, clean out will be installed on outlet from house on main trunk line from garage to street. Line will then be video inspected to check condition of remaining pipe. All pipe replaced will be with scd40 PVC pipe and fittings. Nowhere in there did we ever say we would replace an entire sewer line. The video alone costs $300 on a day to day basis. She signed the bid. We had several conversations about what exactly we were doing. We hand wrote that the clean-out installed would be a 2 way clean-out before it was signed. While on the job we did break a water line at the home underground. It happens. We fixed at no charge. There is no way to mark water lines on the residential side before work. We did the job per bid. After the job Mrs [removed member name] did send letters and we explained several times that this was never a replacement bid. GO back and read the bid she signed. NO way could we replace the entire sewer line for $550 for the repair and $300 for the camera totaling $850.00 We did not reply with letters because we had a signed bid. We did have the tech call once but got no answer so he did not try returning calls because by this time Mrs [removed member name] was sending letters. We offered to extend our drain cleaning warranty to 1 year beyond the 30 day drain cleaning warranty. This is a rental property and tenants are very likely to stop up a line in comparison to a homeowner we were going to cover it because we were confident in our repair and our plumber. There is a 1 year warranty on our plumbing repair. We spent $72.27 in parts for repair and $11 on water line repair. This was not a profit job. This was a straight up job. This was intended to be a 4 hour repair plus $50 in parts and $300 for the camera. We spent 8 hours which does include the 1 hour to fix the water line. We did not try to go beyond our bid in collecting for additional hours for hard excavation and hard connections. We gave a bid and stuck with it. As of this point we have not been paid for the $850.00 She has a good sewer line, a good clean-out, and a happy tenant.

Edward A.
06/2015
3.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
  + 0 more
They wre not able to unstop the kitchen drain, because the technician indicated that the line was broken. I paid the company for the attempt to unplug the drain. They later sent me an estimate to repair the broken drain which included breaking the slab to locate the broken line and repair. I called and asked if a plumber could come to my mother home and discuss any possible alternatives to breaking the slab in my mothers kitchen. I have made multiple calls over the last several weeks , but they have failed to return my calls or set up an appointment. At this point I am moving on to another company who will hopefully value my business. I have been pleased with the work that they have done in the past at my mothers home. I do not know what is going on now. at Roto Router
Description of Work: Roto Rooter was called to my mothers home to unstop a kitchen drain line.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
4.0

$135

Response from Roto-Rooter
Parts of this are true. We went out originally. Did the drain work. Went out a 2nd time for free to give the bid. Gave the bid. Customer wanted a 3rd trip at no charge to go over job again. I discussed over the phone. We were busy on drain emergencies and couldn't afford to go out for free again. Customer went a different direction by the time we had more free time. Very sorry. Shane

marshall W.
04/2015
4.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
  + 0 more
They were OK. It was satisfactory. They couldn't resolve the problem. I would use them again.
Description of Work: Roto-Rooter cleaned my drains.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

Holly H.
03/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Our vent is in the middle of the house because that is where the dryer is located, unlike most houses that have it on an exterior wall. So there is a vent that goes out to the roof. He had to go on the roof to remove the cap from the vent (which had lint balls coming out of all 4 vent areas) and remove the accumulated lint. Inside was not so bad since we can do that ourselves. He was thorough and maybe we can do this ourselves next time. Note that they did not come on the day they said they would come, but the next day. It was not an issue since this was a dryer vent and not an emergency.
Description of Work: cleaned out dryer vent

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

Lauren F.
03/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
It went very well. I thought the price was pretty good. They were two people and two young man out there. The quality was good. I think they were on time. I would use them again.
Description of Work: I used Roto-Rooter for plumbing about five years ago in 2010. They cleared out the sewerage and stuff. They were up on the roof and did something there and I think they cleaned out some tree roots that were blocking sewer line.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

AUGUST H.
02/2015
2.0
drain cleaning
  + -1 more
The job took a long time. They would come one day and leave early. It took awhile because I think the contractors were very busy and because of weather delays, but they weren't entirely clear as to why it was taking so long. they said I had to pay the full amount before they did the work. I am used to paying sometimes half now and half later. I felt they tried to get all my money so they could take as long as they wanted. It took about 3-4 weeks for them to dig and put the pipe back in. We had trouble with it overflowing afterwards. Some of the guys working were only Spanish speaking which made communication difficult at times.
Description of Work: We had a clogged bathtub drain. They came in and tried to clear they tub line, but they couldn't. They said they would have to dig under the slab to clear the pipe out. They got contractors to dig.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$2,500

Response from Roto-Rooter
This is not for Roto-Rooter Baton Rouge franchise. This is for Roto-Rooter New Orleans corporate.

Pamela D.
01/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
The tech worked for 2 hours to attempt to unclog the drain. He ran a 90 snake with no improvement. He said it was a soft clog and I needed a very expensive fix. I will get a second opinion.. The tech was very clean and professional. He arrived about an hour later than originally scheduled. But I was warned ahead of time that he would be late.
Description of Work: The provider attempted to unclog a drain. I already knew it was beyond 25 feet. But his 90 foot snake did not work.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$280

Response from Roto-Rooter
This is for the wrong franchise. This work was for the New Orleans Roto-Rooter

Betsy I.
12/2014
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
This turned out to be a challenging job because all the gas and water pipes in this old house were crazy and had to be rerouted. They did not charge me extra even though it ended up taking two days instead of one day. They never complained and I am so happy. I highly recommend them and will definitely use them again. They were professional, on-time, and communicated well with me.
Description of Work: They removed my old water heater and installed a new tankless gas water heater on the side of my house.

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
$1,500

Stellie C.
12/2014
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
  + 0 more
I called them, they gave me a date and approximate time.. Called to let me know they were on their way. Did the job completely and satisfactorily. The dispatcher was very helpful and the service man ws great also. Ihad tocall them a second time and he showed me what to do to prevent a re occurrence
Description of Work: cleared my blockage in my lines

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
$140

Stellie C.
10/2014
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
Fine...did job and advised me I need to have tank pumped out completely
Description of Work: uN CLOGGED MY SEWER SYSTEM

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
2.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$175

Colette T.
05/2014
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
Jerry had to get up on my roof to unclog the kitchen drain. He was friendly, polite, fast, and efficient.
Description of Work: Unclogged my kitchen drain.

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
$135

John M.
05/2014
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
They did a really good job. They were very efficient, punctual and did the job in just a matter of hours. They hit a water line during the procedure but they repaired that immediately.
Description of Work: I used Roto-Rooter for plumbing services. They came and replaced an old pipe that had burst.

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
$800

courtney H.
04/2014
1.0
drain cleaning
  + -1 more
He was vague on why it would cost so much. We desperately needed flushing toilets so I said "do what you have to do". He went to his truck to smoke a cigarette. I went inside and called the office. I acted like a new customer and requested details on the $99 special. EVERYTHING the person on the phone told me, fit our situation. So I asked them why their man was telling me $239 when it fit the requirements for the $99 service. The man on the phone was speechless. He asked for my address and called the service person at my property. The service made no apologies. He cleaned out the blocked drain in less than 5 minutes and proceeded to pack his equipment. I handed him a check for $99 and that was it. No apology from the boss, or the lying service man... Nothing. I wonder how many others they have lied to and stolen from?
Description of Work: I called for the advertised $99 drain clean out special. When the service man arrived I showed him the easily accessible drain clean out in the yard. He told me it would cost $239 and that was just a starting quote, it could be higher.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
5.0

$99

Response from Roto-Rooter
I have no records of your service request at all. Could you provide a Invoice number or call me at my office? 225-925-8710. I cannot find your address ever serviced since 1998 nor any answering service records. Your name nor address have any history here. Maybe this is for a different company? Shane

William L.
03/2014
1.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I made an appointment via their website for Friday at 7:30am. No one showed or even called me to tell me they were not going to make it. I still have not heard a word from them. Very unprofessional. My time is more valuable than that...will take my business elsewhere.
Description of Work: Nothing

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$100

Response from Roto-Rooter
This is completely correct. We completely missed your emailed work order. Top to bottom I agree with your frustration and our professionalism. We are going to make changes to how we respond to the e-schedules based on this review. Very sorry for our lack of action. If you still need service please call me at 925-8710 and it will be handled urgently. Shane.

Elizabeth D.
03/2014
5.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning
  + 0 more
Thank God for Roto-Rooter! I called at 7:15 am Friday morning and Jose was here by 9! Jose was friendly, professional and speedy! He asked me to describe the problem and went right to work. He cleaned out the line outside the house, but when the toilet still didn't flush, he ran it inside and found another problem. I find it embarrassing to have someone dig items out of my sewer, but Jose was completely professional while still being friendly. Roto-Rooter saved me!!!
Description of Work: Unclogged my main sewer line.

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
$135

ANNA C.
01/2014
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
He told me it was'nt a job that they did and he didn't charge me for the work that he did do. I needed a more specialized to person to fix my problem.
Description of Work: Checked out my septic system.

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

Richard S.
10/2013
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Roto-Rooter sent very professional guys who got right to work correcting my problem. They arrived on time and did the work for the quoted price. Excellent service.
Description of Work: Had sewage backing up into house.

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
$140
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Contact information

9562 Mammoth Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70814

https://www.rotorooter.com/batonrougela/

Service hours

Sunday:
Open All Day
Monday:
Open All Day
Tuesday:
Open All Day
Wednesday:
Open All Day
Thursday:
Open All Day
Friday:
Open All Day
Saturday:
Open All Day

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
5430
Trade License Locale
Louisiana
Trade License Authority
La State Plumbing Board
Trade License Expiration
01/01/2020
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Service Categories

Plumbing,
Drain Cleaning,
Sewer Cleaning,
Drain Pipe Installation,
Water Heaters

FAQ

Roto-Rooter is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Open All Day

Monday: Open All Day

Tuesday: Open All Day

Wednesday: Open All Day

Thursday: Open All Day

Friday: Open All Day

Saturday: Open All Day

Roto-Rooter accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, Roto-Rooter does not offer free project estimates.
No, Roto-Rooter does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, Roto-Rooter offers a 10% senior discount.
Yes, Roto-Rooter offers emergency services.
Yes, Roto-Rooter offers warranties.
Roto-Rooter offers the following services: Residential and commercial plumbing & drain cleaning including sewers and drains, hydroblasting, faucets, sinks, toilets, showers & tubs, waterlines, pipework, water heaters, grease trap, septic tanks & video camera line inspection.
Jacuzi or hot tubs repairs, well repairs. **we can fix but do not have the specialty parts on hand**

Contact information

9562 Mammoth Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70814

https://www.rotorooter.com/batonrougela/

Service hours

Sunday:
Open All Day
Monday:
Open All Day
Tuesday:
Open All Day
Wednesday:
Open All Day
Thursday:
Open All Day
Friday:
Open All Day
Saturday:
Open All Day