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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Plumbing, Drain Cleaning, Sewer Cleaning,

About us

Roto-Rooter plumbers in New Orleans provide full service plumbing maintenance, repairs and clogged drain cleaning, 24 hours a day, including toilet repairs. Roto-Rooter's New Orleans plumbers offer residential and commercial plumbing services that customers depend on for all of their local plumbing needs. Trusted and recommended since 1935, Roto-Rooter is the premier provider of plumbing and drain cleaning services in New Orleans, LA. Homeowners and businesses depend on Roto-Rooter 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our specialty is emergency service. We stand by our estimates and guarantee our work. Your call will be answered by a trained customer service representative who will handle your request quickly and schedule service at your convenience. No extra charge for nights, weekends & holidays. Additional DBAs - Roto-Rooter Group Inc, Roto-Rooter. Additional phones - (800) 438-7686, (800) 768-6911. Additional email - rotorooter.callcenters@rrsc.com.

Business highlights

89 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Residential & Commercial, Maintenance And Repairs Plumbing, Clogged Drain Cleaning, Sewers And Drains, Faucets, Sinks, Toilets, Showers & Tubs, Waterlines, Pipework, Disposers, Dishwashers, Water Heaters & Septic Tanks, Pipe Repair & Replacement, Video Camera Pipe Inspections, Grease Trap & Liquid Waste Pumping, Backflow Protection & Automated Drain

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

10%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.5216 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
72%
4
9%
3
6%
2
5%
1
8%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.5
value
4.0
professionalism
4.6
responsiveness
4.6
punctuality
4.6
Showing 51-216 of 216 reviews

karcher W.
11/2015
4.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
repairs satisfactory, however using the angie's special cost me $25 more than their regular price.
Description of Work: repaired shower head

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
2.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

Franklyn S.
10/2015
5.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning
  + 0 more
Showed on-time, was very professional, and prompt! Would highly recommend RR!
Description of Work: cleaned the sewerage 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
$226

Erin T.
10/2015
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
  + 0 more
I called 24 hours before service was performed and they were able to make an appointment for me the very next day. The assistant who made the appointment told me I would receive a phone call about 30 minutes before the service person arrived so I would know they were on their way. I received this call and within 30 minutes the service person, Mr. Watson, arrived. He went right to work, checking out all factors that might be contributing to the slow lavatory drain issues before beginning to work on the issue. He worked quickly and neatly, taking apart sink drain traps and snaking the line. He showed me areas to check if I encounter issues in the future. Mr. Watson was a thorough and informative. We're pleased with the work Roto Rooter did for us and would use them again in the future for similar issues.
Description of Work: Unclogged slow lavatory drain and bath tub 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
$267

Arthur G.
10/2015
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
  + 0 more
The technician quickly found the fastest way to clear the restriction and removed it within an hour. He cleaned up afterwards. All house drains now are working. Roto-rooter provides a 6 month guarantee on their work, so that is very satisfying.
Description of Work: The technician cleared out a restriction in the drain from the house.

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
$366

Marilyn D.
10/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Devin Jones was well-groomed and professional. He explained the repair cost for each problem and any and all discounts available to me. I thought the cost to repair the stem was pricey. It is not applicable, because he was unable to make the repair, through no fault of his. Thank you
Description of Work: Devin repaired tub drain. He attempted to repair the shower stem, but he did not have access to the plumbing behind the wall. What was most helpful is that he showed me why he needed access to plumbing behind the wall. The screw attached to the stem had broken off and must be removed, the screw was quite old and rusty.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$65

Kristin H.
10/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I was happy that I was able to receive same day service. Devon arrived right on time and performed the job with no problem. He was courteous and professional. The job was done well and I have no complaints.
Description of Work: Re-sealed toilet and overflow drain

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$185

Emily B.
10/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Bill was great! We called around 9:00 PM on a Saturday night because we had no running water. The tech arrived quickly and was able to get the water running. He replaced the valve and explained the issue clearly. He gave us the cheapest option and fixed the issue in about 20 minutes and was awesome to work with. Bill- Tech 1581
Description of Work: Replaced stop and waste (main water valve)

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
$245

Laverne P.
10/2015
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
  + 0 more
Todd was fantastic! He did great work, was very professional and flexible. Easy to work with, punctual, and willing to do whatever it took to make sure ithe plumbing was done right. Due to the age of the house, everything was more complicated than one expect, but Todd was patient, diligent, and very thorough. I would highly recommend him and Roto-Rooter.
Description of Work: Put in a water line for a refrigerator, replaced a diverter, spout and hot/cold valves. Because the valves were not accessible without removing the tiles, the plumber had to come back on multiple occasions to do the work.

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
$600

Charlotte F.
10/2015
1.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
  + 0 more
Terrible. My wife and I gave specific instructions to the dispatcher that we spoke to which were confirmed. The technician was instructed to call us ( the landlords) with what he found at the home before he did any work. He was also supposed to call and get our billing information to complete so that we could pay for any extra charges. Instead he arrived and "removed a blockage in our drain pipes. he then billed our tenant for his extra work and never called us. My wife and I awaited his call and the appointed time and received nothing. I had to call Roto Rooter and my tenant directly just to confirm that he had actually showed up. After 2-3wks spent trying to resolve the issue with Roto Rooter and being bounced around between different customer service representatives on the telephone, roto rooter eventually refunded our tenant.
Description of Work: clear a blockage in the drain piping coming from the bathroom in our tenants unit. Though the actual work they did was unclear as we never got a call about their findings or the job done.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
4.0

$100

Response from Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
Ms. [Member name removed] I am truly sorry for your experience. As the General Manager I am concerned. About how we failed and how to improve our service experience for all of our customers. I understand that we've refunded the money charged but I'd like to speak with you further. Might I contact you to understand the details better? I really want to earn your business back.

Tyronne A.
10/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Easy to schedule an appointment!!! Bill was the technician. He arrived as scheduled!!! He explained and showed me what had to be done to solve my problem. Bill gave a price, I accepted it and he performed the work in less than 30 minutes. He was very professional and his work was excellent!!!
Description of Work: Had an out side facet changed!!!

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
$185

SANDRA P.
10/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I called this am for the emergency repair after finding they were "A" rated. on Angie's list. They were very responsive, a little later than expected time given. I do realize some jobs can take longer so I did not have a problem with that. Bill and tech 1581 were very professional and courteous I will be signing up for the special deal being offered now as I have some other plumbing issues needing attention. I did get a discount for being a Angie's List member. Definitely using again.
Description of Work: Repaired leaking toilet, replaced seal and secured toilet fixture.

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
$158.35

Jeff K.
09/2015
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing, sewer cleaning
  + 1 more
Very prompt scheduling, within 10 minutes. Devin Jones was the employee on site. I wasn't able to be there but he kept me informed of everything via phone as the different stages of the repairs progressed. He talked to my tenant in person to verify that the sewer line was back up and running after he was done. Devin was great, super fast, friendly, and got the job done right. Thanks so much!
Description of Work: Fixed a broken sewer pipe and unplugged the 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
$450

Usman R.
09/2015
4.0
drain cleaning, plumbing, sewer cleaning
  + 1 more
All of my toilets were backed up. I called Roto Rooter and the gentleman who showed up was very courteous and professional. He was able to unclog the main drain but told me that the main sewer line is broken and will need urgent repair. He then called his co-worker to stop by and give a quote on repair of the main line. The second person gave me a quote for $4,500. Told me it will take roughly 3 days to fix. Sound all great....except. I called another local plumber to get a second opinion....and he was able to fix my main sewer line in 1 day and it only cost me $800. That's a big price difference! The first plumber was fair, got the job done on time, and his charges were expensive BUT REASONABLE. The second plumber, again was professional and courteous. BUT his charges were COMPLETELY UNREASONABLE! How can one quote $4,500 for a job that another licensed/insured plumber is easily willing to do for $800? I don't think I will call Roto-Rooters for a big job. I think they are very good with small jobs.
Description of Work: Unclogged toilets.

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

$450

Response from Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
[member name removed], My apologies for the experience with pricing. May I contact you to understand the details of what happened. I'd like to better understand where we may have failed so that I can earn back you business in the future Regards, Michael McCloskey General Manager Roto-Rooter

carlos F.
09/2015
1.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I will give them an F on everything. It took me a month to get a quote from them. When they came out and did the job, they actually charged me more. You have to give them a payment in advance with a credit card. They had already charged my card. They dropped the ball on that job because they didn't finish the job so I ended up spending more money for another plumber.
Description of Work: I used Roto-Rooter.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Brenda S.
09/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
The technician arrived on time in the morning to repair the leak. He was not able to turn off the water at the meter due to a broken handle. The Parish Water Department had to called to repair the meter. The Parish repaired and raised the meter about noon time. The technician remained in contact with me via phone. He returned the next morning to perform the repair and replace my shut-off valve.
Description of Work: Repaired leak at main cut off valve and replaced the shut-off valve.

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
$310

Gail C.
09/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
The job performed by Tech 59 (Devin Jones) was superb. Mr. Jones presented me in detail what the problem was and how he was going to do the repair. I could tell Mr. Jones was an expert in his field. He presented the job details that a non- lumbing professional could understand how his work would be accomplished. Mr. Jones not only told me about the work but he also showed me pictures of the old pipe and the new pipe after his job completed. And lastly, Mr. Jones cleaned any mess he made while performing his work. He made sure the cabinet where he worked was clean and free of any dust or dirt. Because of Mr. Jones knowledge and professionalism I would definitely call Rotor Rooter and request Mr. Jones (Tech 59) to perform the work for any future plumbling that I may need at my home. I trust his judgement and expertise. In addition, Mr. Jones's people skills (customer service) are impeccable. He definitely put his customer at ease in knowing I was going to get a job well done. I really appreciated Mr. Devin Jones (Tech 59) being the plumber sent out to perform a job well done on behalf of Roto Rooter. Thank You
Description of Work: repaired kitchen drain line inside wall between floor and under the house.

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
$532.92

Cody B.
08/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
The came out and told us that it was not a simple fix and that they couldn't do it.
Description of Work: I purchased The Bit Deal $25 for $75 Worth of Plumbing Services

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$25

Thomas A.
08/2015
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
  + 0 more
Devin from Roto Rooter New Orleans arrived on time and was extremely efficient and pleasant to work with in fixing my plumbing issues. He was quick and they actually came at 8am after contacting them at 10pm the night before - very quick. I had a leaking pipe under the kitchen sink along with a clogged garbage disposal and he took care of it very quickly. Great service.
Description of Work: Repaired kitchen sink drain line and unclogged pipes/garbage disposal. Very prompt and efficient service.

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

Andrea R.
08/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
All work was completed. The service person, Devin, was exceptionally professional and good to work with. I'd ask for him again. The basic prices were higher than I'm used to, but the Angie's List discount helped and they do offer a good warranty.
Description of Work: Repair toilet and drain.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$225

Marie O.
08/2015
5.0
plumbing, water heater repair
  + 0 more
Excellent. Amos Watson was the technician and he was punctual, cleaned up after the install. There was are led with the valve and difficult to drain the old tank. Amos sorted it out and installed the new tank. He also returned a call to me after hours. He was extremely professional. Highly recommend.
Description of Work: Replace water heater

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
$1,500

Carlos R.
08/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I contacted them in the morning and a couple of hours later they were at my door. Bill Tech 1581 and his partner expedient, courteous and overall did a great job.
Description of Work: Installed a new 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

Samantha C.
08/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
The Service tech Bill (#1581) was punctual and competent. He showed up on short notice and was a true pro from the start to finish. Would highly recommend!
Description of Work: Repaired busted pipes and ran new feeds to bathroom.

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
$2,000

Trina J.
08/2015
3.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Everyone knows that when you have a leak or plumbing issue, it is a very stressful ordeal. Particularly, when the issue is being experienced by someone other than yourself and you are responsible for fixing it. Recently, I called RR to fix a water pressure issue and a leak in a rental property. A repairer came out the following day, but I seriously wish he hadn't. He was socially challenged and it created a bit of a rub at the outset. He knew it was a rental property and for some reason he decided to treat them as second class citizens. He never spoke to them, informed them of anything and left without saying anything to them. I had to pry general info out of him and found his pricing suspect given my past experience with this company. Once the tenants noticed he was gone, they also learned nothing was fixed and there were two leaks when there was only one before. Never mind that I was already charged for work that wasn't done. The review is 3 stars because despite this p*** poor experience, the general manager Mike McCloskey sent a new person out. He said the Greg was off but I know for a fact he was working. Guess that's a nice way of saying I'm going to improve your experience. And he did. The new tech (Devin) was a godsend. He fixed it all and communicated with the tenants. And for that I am thankful. Also, Mr. McCloskey took an additional $50 off the total bill. I would say it was great except that it is the same discount given if you check in on Yelp when the service is done. But it was a nice gesture on his part though it was appropriate under the circumstances. Despite my scar tissue, I am satisfied with the end result. And the tenants are too.
Description of Work: Fixed several water leaks and water pressure issues.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Archie C.
08/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
The plumber was to arrive between 12PM and 4PM. I called the company at 4:05PM asking about the appointment and was told she would contact him. One minuet later the plumber called me saying he was knocking on the door with on answer He was given my neighbors address not mine. The plumber was dressed professionally and apologized for the mistake and was very pleasant . As I watched, he did the job quickly and efficiently. Should the need arise, I will contact Roto-Rooter again. I would recommend Roto-Rooter and Angies List for any problems.
Description of Work: Repair a broken pipe on a out side spigot.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$230.37

Response from Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
Mr. [removed member name] My apologies for the delay in service. We work hard to make sure we are responsive to our customers service requests. I'm glad that you were happy with the service once we arrived and thank you for your willingness to recommend us. Michael McCloskey General Manager

Susan S.
08/2015
2.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
  + 0 more
Representative arrived and walked through the 4 things I was interested in having done - snake out 2 bathtub drains, one sink drain and put an elbow on an outdoor pvc pipe to hook up to a faucet for my hose. He then gave me an estimate of 900$ which was pretty shocking. I asked him how much just to do the one tub which was the main problem and he said 350 or 375, I forget which. I then said thank you very much for coming but I'd prefer to get another estimate. I got another plumber to come in and do the tub and the sink for $175. So, I guess my 25$ deal was pretty much for nothing.
Description of Work: Provider did nothing, as his estimate was so outrageous.

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

$900

Response from Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
[Removed Member name] I've just seen your posted review. My apologies for the poor communiction on price. The pricing that you were quoted was inaccurate. We will be working toward making sure all of our Service Technicians are providing accurate pricing for services, including the Angie' List discounts. Again, I sincerely apologize. Michael McCloskey General Manager

Contact information

550 Elmwood Park Blvd Ste F, New Orleans, LA 70123

https://www.rotorooter.com/neworleans/

Service hours

Sunday:
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Monday:
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Tuesday:
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Wednesday:
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Thursday:
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Friday:
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Saturday:
12:00 AM - 11:30 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,
Water Heaters,
Drain Pipe Installation,
Wells and Pumps,
Septic Systems,
Heating and Air Conditioning,
Water & Smoke Damage,
Excavating

FAQ

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

Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM

Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM

Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM

Wednesday: 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM

Thursday: 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM

Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM

Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:30 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, Maintenance And Repairs Plumbing, Clogged Drain Cleaning, Sewers And Drains, Faucets, Sinks, Toilets, Showers & Tubs, Waterlines, Pipework, Disposers, Dishwashers, Water Heaters & Septic Tanks, Pipe Repair & Replacement, Video Camera Pipe Inspections, Grease Trap & Liquid Waste Pumping, Backflow Protection & Automated Drain

Contact information

550 Elmwood Park Blvd Ste F, New Orleans, LA 70123

https://www.rotorooter.com/neworleans/

Service hours

Sunday:
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Monday:
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Tuesday:
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Wednesday:
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Thursday:
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Friday:
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Saturday:
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM