Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Plumbing, Drain Cleaning, Sewer Cleaning

About us

When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

Business highlights

90 years of trusted experience
Se Habla Español
Emergency Services Offered
Eco Friendly

Services we offer

Plumbing, Drain Cleaning, Sewers, Sump Pumps, Excavating, Waterlines, Pipework, Water Heaters, Septic Tanks, & Video Camera Line Inspection.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

$100 off

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.4252 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
67%
4
14%
3
7%
2
4%
1
8%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.6
value
3.9
professionalism
4.6
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.7

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Showing 26-50 of 252 reviews

KATE M.
11/2015
5.0
plumbing, wells, drain cleaning
  + 1 more
so not sure what this block is for.??? confusing questions/directions
Description of Work: Roto-rooterplumbing and drain svs repaired my 1yr old sump pump in my backyard to keep it from flooding after the hard rains. pump was submerged under approx 4ft rain water. Randell (1351) svs man came prepared with booties already over his boots. we walked around house to backyard where i explained to im what i thought was wrong. sump pump was clogged with debri. Randell then put on long rubber boots got on his hands and knees in the water to reach down into flooded sump hole to assess situation. actually felt his way around and started to figure out the problems. 1. there was debri. 2. the part connected to pump was worn. It took awhile to fix this as everything had to be done under water. with in 2 hrs my backyard was not flooded anymore. the sumppump was doing exactly what it was suppose to do.

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
$180

Matt S.
10/2015
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
Del was the individual performing the service. He was punctual and very professional. He gave me all the pricing upfront and performed the work quickly and did not leave a mess. I would recommend him for other jobs.
Description of Work: Removed a large clog in our pipes

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
$220

Robert F.
09/2015
4.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
The technician was professional and performed the service without any problems. However, the cost ($325.35) for less than one hours time, to me is very excessive. I will never use Roto Rooter again.
Description of Work: Ran 1/2 cable through shower drain about 40 feet. Total time technician on site was about 45 minutes.

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

$325.35

Steve C.
09/2015
4.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I would probably not hire them again because I didn't get a solution to my issue. My plumbing continues to clog.
Description of Work: They were responsive and professional. I hired them to assist in determining why plumbing consistently clogged up.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$79

Ryan O.
09/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I have a two story house and one evening I noticed water dripping from the ceiling in my kitchen onto the floor. I purchased a $25 plumbing service call and Roto-Rooter sent out both a water damage specialist and a plumber. The plumber determined that it was my furnace leaking on the second story from improper drainage. So I had that professionally fixed by an HVAC specialist. However, a couple days later, the leak was back. My insurance company sent out another plumber and he determined the problem was a faulty silicone seal around the faucet in our bathtub that was allowing water to penetrate and leak on to the first floor below. So I added more caulk around the faucet and fixed it I actually think the leak may have been a combination of the two separate issues. I would use Roto-rooter again. Very courteous.
Description of Work: Diagnosed a leak I was having inside the house

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$25

Teberik p G.
08/2015
1.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I purchased a big deal for a small leak in my bath tub and wanted get a Estimate for a regulator . I knew my water pressure was to high. The repair men come to my house, i told him what i need. He checked the problem told me i need a pressure reducing Valve that i didn't had one a new one will cause me about $700. asked him to fix the leak he just take a pic of the leak said he couldn't fix it then he left didn't do nothing but just give a very high estimate and left. After he left i had also my sprinkler system guy there was fixing some problem i told him what just happen he couldn't believe it he said you have a water pressure regulator it just need to be fixed or changed. It shouldn't cause that much. He said he will do it for $300. I also called 2 more companies one was 350 the other 400. So i called the Roto-Rooter talk to office manager, she was very defensive didn't think her worker was wrong of anything. and the price was good price. This is a horrible company. I paid big deal for nothing. The leak in my bathroom,my husband fixed it. He said it just need white plumbing tape and tide it up. The company is so overpriced and the office manager so rude. I got a new regulator for $300.
Description of Work: give me Estimate on a regulator

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


joseph O.
08/2015
2.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
The plumber appeared to have done a good job. This was the first time I had replaced the disposal unit and was not aware that plumbers can negotiate prices. If this is a common practice by companies like Roto Rooter why do they quote a price on the internet before the work is done? This was an exorbitant charge for anyone let alone us people on social security.
Description of Work: The quoted price by the plumber for installing a new garbage disposal unit was $169 for the unit and $344.00 for labor. This was a total surprise to us and then the plumber reduced his labor charge by $100. We had no choice but to pay $426.00 in total. I wasn't aware that companies allow their plumbers to negotiate. The plumber finished in 1 hour. Over $250 for 1 hour of work. I hope I'll never need a plumber again.

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

$426

Twyla V.
08/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Worked with homeowner's warranty company. Contacted water restoration team to initiate drying process for subfloor and ceiling/walls in downstairs hall. Ensured subfloor was properly dried out. Knew what was needed by insurance company and worked with homeowner's insurance company. All workers were true professionals making a frustrating time more bearable.
Description of Work: Tracked down a plumbing leak to an upstairs bathroom in the wall behind a vanity. Fixed the leak. $700 for plumbing repair. Water restoration team placed equipment and checked it each day. Waiting on insurance company to identify cost of the water restoration and repair to walls/replacement of vanity.

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
$700

Dennis F.
08/2015
3.0
plumbing, water heater repair
  + 0 more
They did a fine job but the cost for this 40 minute job was unacceptable! This is just a $50 discount, very gimmicky! Hourly rate equaled about $300 an hour!!! I need to find a cheaper plumber!
Description of Work: Installed a water heater expansion tank

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

$250

Amy F.
08/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Called the service early in the morning, they called back with a time and the plumber showed up early in the service window they'd given me. He took a look at the problem and got it repaired relatively quickly.
Description of Work: Plumber came out on a very hot Sunday to fix a leak out at the water meter. Discovered the issue and was able to replace the broken pipe/valve quickly. Only took about 2 hours to complete the whole repair - I thought that was pretty reasonable considering the off hours.

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
$450

Susan B.
07/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
We looked at this as an emergency. They responded and came right away. They explained what went wrong and fixed the problem We've had no problem since then. I beleive we called other providers first and none were willingg to come on a Saturday. So we were very pleased..
Description of Work: fixed our garbage disposals.

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
$255

Alex J.
07/2015
4.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I had a Handyman Service come in to replace the kitchen sink and faucet. They came back the next day to fix the garbage disposal that was leaking. I assumed that would solve the problem but by the next day I had another puddle under the sink. So I decided to call a professional plumber and get the problem fixed correctly. I scheduled with Roto Rooter because they were the first available.The plumber showed on time and was professional. What I was truely impressed with that he checked for leaks not once but four times after the repair job.
Description of Work: Fixed a leaky sink.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$130

Jack H.
07/2015
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
Jose Quirino was painstaking in his search for the problem. Had to remove the toilet to do a complete clean out of the drain. Jose explained in detail what he was doing and the costs associated with it. Extremely honest in letting me know why something had to be done. Even reminded me that there was a $40 dollar coupon on line. Highly recommend this company and Jose to whoever needs a plumbing service.
Description of Work: Check a toilet problem and worked nonstop until the problem was located and repaired.

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
$531

alisha H.
07/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Also checked and gave us quotes on other future possible repairs and great advise. Very upfront with cost and know hidden fee's I would definitely use these contractors again and I think George did a great job make their company shine. Thank for all your help.
Description of Work: George fixed a leak under master bath sink.

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
$130

Sarah S.
06/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I used this company about a year and a half ago to replace the shut-off valve to the toilet in my master bathroom, and was pleased with the price and service. I decided to use them again when the shut-off valve to the toilet in my guest bathroom needed to be replaced. The plumber that came out gave me an estimate that was twice as high as the cost of replacing the first valve. I was upset, and declined the work. I called the company to ask why the price had changed so much, and was told a manager would get back with me. Joe, the production manager, called me back first thing the next morning and said he would be happy to match the price I had paid for the previous job. Not only did he send another plumber (George) out immediately, but George went above and beyond to make sure I was happy with the repair. In addition to replacing the valve, he replaced several components of the toilet that were worn or not working properly at no additional charge. This is a company that values its customers. I will definitely be using them again.
Description of Work: Replace shut-off valve to toilet

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
$125

Raymond C.
05/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Mr. Crockett provided professional expertise and an estimate of the cost for projected work. He took the time to provide a lengthy explanation of the procedures and even suggested several things I could do. I give Mr. Crockett two thumbs up!
Description of Work: Timothy Crockett, master plumber, for Roto-Rooter inspected a plumbing concern my wife and I had on a home we desire to purchase.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Myrna L.
04/2015
5.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning, drain cleaning
  + 1 more
THE EMPLOYEE WAS VERY PROFESSIONAL, KNOWLEDGEABLE & VERY COURTEOUS. HE KEPT MY SISTER & I INFORMED OF THE PROCEDURE ALONG THE WAY INCLUDING LETTING US VIEW THE ENTIRE LENGTH OF THE PIPE AFTER HE ROTO- ROOTERED IT VIA A CAMERA.
Description of Work: REMOVED A BLOCKAGE IN 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
$400

David T.
04/2015
5.0
plumbing, drain pipe, drain cleaning
  + 1 more
It went much better than expected. The gentleman who came the night before wasn't able to resolve our problem, and didn't charge us. Kasan, who was dispatched the next day, was good humored, professional, and educational. Kasan is GREAT: ASK FOR HIM!
Description of Work: Kasan ( employee ID 1325) was extremely competent and professional. He cleared out a very substantial clog, inspected most of the drain system with an in-pipe camera, showed us where the problem was, offered suggestions about how to avoid future issues, and unearthed a very well hidden outdoor clean-out, the location of which had been eluding us.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$395

Delia R.
03/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Billy and George came out. They did a good job. They came when they said they were going to come and cleaned up when they said they were going to.
Description of Work: Water restoration

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

George H.
03/2015
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
The service was performed efficiently and professionally. Friendly service person arrived on time.
Description of Work: Clean main and kitchen drain lines. Camera view of drains after cleaning.

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
$600

NEAL S.
03/2015
5.0
sewer cleaning, drain cleaning, plumbing
  + 1 more
1. First and foremost; prompt -- arrived at start of three hour arrival window. 2. Knowledgable, pleasant, and professional. 3. Tidy. 4. Fixed a initially unreported secondary issue with bathroom sink drain stopper. 5. Highly recommend crew that serviced my home today. 6. Diagnosed & fixed all issues within 75 minutes.
Description of Work: Cleaned & flushed, clogged kitchen disposal, twin sink pipes & snaked drain line out to main central sewage outflow.

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
$355

Karen K.
02/2015
3.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Estimate of 5K was given to replace section of pipe where tree roots were a problem. I decided to have my plumbing company do the repair instead. Because of the other problem area near the sidewalk, I was advised to contact SAWS so they could determine if it was my responsibility to repair or theirs. SAWS came out promptly and took care of the pipe in that area.
Description of Work: I had Roto-Rooter out on a Saturday evening and Sunday morning because of a toilet overflowing and water backing up in bathtubs. Technician with camera pinpointed the problem of tree roots several feet from the house. Another problem near the sidewalk was also seen.

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

$5,000

Response from Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are currently looking into your concerns so that we can reach an appropriate resolution with you and prevent future issues. Again, thank you for providing feedback that will help us continually improve our customer service process and ensure that your next experience is an excellent one. Pat Swanson Customer Satisfaction Manager

Kenneth G.
02/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
The job was done quickly and efficiently. Toilet now works great again.
Description of Work: The provider located the toilet obstruction and cleared it.

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
$131.25

Brent T.
01/2015
2.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
They were outrageously expensive. I had him do the work but I felt it was extremely overpriced. I would not recommend him.
Description of Work: He installed a new toilet for me.

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


Response from Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
Thank you for sharing your experience. We would like to look into this further, however we have been unable to match the address you provide here with any recent work on file. If you could please email me that information to pat.swanson@rrsc.com , I will be able to assist you and address your concerns. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Pat Swanson Customer Satisfaction Manager

Don F.
12/2014
2.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning, drain cleaning
  + 1 more
Great on response time, so no issue there. I have a very old 1950s home that I was sure the pipes were on borrowed time and it was only a matter of time before issues came up. I was washing a couple of loads that was making my sewer line smell un-normal. Tech came out advised me that he had never seen a system set this way. I was ok with that since it was an old home. He also advised back then they did not have tools they have today and pipes where made very bad back then. He cleared the clog and showed be that my pipes where showing of very bad age and also that the pipes were not draining the water properly and was causing water to be stagnant. Quote on a new sewer line from tech was 10,000. Talk about knocking me on my face. Wow. I advised can?t do something big right now. Paid $344.48 for him to open the line, at least so I thought. He never once inspected anything around the toilet or shower pipes. I called him back a couple weeks later because toilet was still not flushing right and now sink water was coming up the shower drain. Tech comes back out because he had a 30 day warranty on original work. I advised him of the water that was coming out under the toilet under the floor boards and I was not sure how it was getting backed up when the drain he cleared was still running smooth from the open drain that I can see from outside. He quotes me 500.00 to remove the toilet and run a line there, while the whole time I am thinking why was this not looked at the first time out. He took off 100 bucks. Thanks for nothing. 400.00 dollars later tech advised me that he cleared this part of the line as well that was backed up that was not part of what he unblocked the first time but same issue, bad pipes. Again he proved to me that my pipes are old and need to be replaced and it?s back at it with the 10,000 dollars, got it the first time buddy. I was really planning on using RotorRooter for the full replacement job for my new sewer line but now I feel like I was messed with for two jobs that should have been one to get all kinks out the first time and really get me to sign with them for the big job. Something did not feel right. Just wanted to put my whole experience with the famous " rotor rooter". To sum it up, I felt like the huge franchise is willing to just go after the big fish and if you?re hooked your hooked and if not my phone is already ringer for the next job. Get more than one opinion before making any huge repair.
Description of Work: Open sewer line. Twice when it should have been done once the first time.

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

$744.48

Response from Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
[member name removed], Thank you so much for your feedback. We are currently in the process of investigating your concerns further so that we can address this with our team. But I am unable to locate your address in our system. Could you verify that it is [member address removed]. Thank You Pat Swanson Customer Satisfaction Manager

Contact information

3603 Metro Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78247

http://www.rotorooter.com

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*

Eco-friendly Accreditations

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

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Plumbing,
Drain Cleaning,
Sewer Cleaning

FAQ

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup is currently rated 4.4 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 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: Plumbing, Drain Cleaning, Sewers, Sump Pumps, Excavating, Waterlines, Pipework, Water Heaters, Septic Tanks, & Video Camera Line Inspection.

Contact information

3603 Metro Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78247

http://www.rotorooter.com

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