RooterMan of Virginia

Plumbing, Septic Systems, Drain Cleaning,

About us

Rooter-Man of Virginia has been a Charlottesville, VA professional plumbing, sewer, and drain cleaning company for over 40 years. Owned by the Stemmle family, and proudly serving Charlottesville, Waynesboro, Staunton, Harrisonburg, Orange, and Culpeper. Please call us at 434-963-7668 to schedule, and mention you found us from Angie's List to have the $89 dispatch fee waived.

Business highlights

33 years of trusted experience
Se Habla Español
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Septic tank, plumbing, water heaters, sewer & drain cleaning.

Amenities

Warranties
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.8187 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
91%
4
5%
3
2%
2
2%
1
1%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.5
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9

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Showing 51-75 of 187 reviews

Kay F.
09/2018
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Roto Rooter responded quickly to our needs and did a great job of fixing the repair. Plus--added bonus--a real person answered the phone when I called the office!
Description of Work: Water line repair into condo

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
$270

Response from RooterMan of Virginia
Thank you for the great review! We certainly are grateful for our office staff.

Gregg F.
08/2018
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Rooter Man sent two technicians within a couple hours of my calling. They cleared the clog and sold me some enzyme treatment to prevent recurrence. They also installed a new drain assembly in my sink, which I supplied, for no additional charge. Not cheap, but less then the quote from Roto Rooter.
Description of Work: Stubborn pipe clog, probably caused by grease from the kitchen.

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
$271

Response from RooterMan of Virginia
Thank you for the review. We appreciate your business and look forward to assisting you should the need arise.

Charlotte W.
08/2018
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Steve was extremely professional and caring, two qualities that often do not come together, and which are supremely valuable. He worked with me to get the most value for the price, which he could have avoided by just telling me a flat rate. But he worked with me to figure out what I could afford and still hire him. I truly appreciated that. So many people coming into the house to do work are only interested in how much money they can get out of me. But Steve said his company wanted happy customers who felt taken care of. He's completely right! I will hire this company for all my plumbing needs in the future. Steve got right down to work and was done in less than half an hour and my sink is working better than it has in years. The water flow was fixed in the disposal and he even showed me how to keep it in better working order. Way to go, Steve!
Description of Work: An artichoke had mistakenly been put down the garbage disposal and was blocking the flow of water in the entire 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
$152

Response from RooterMan of Virginia
At Rooter Man we pride ourselves in having great staff all around. Steve has shown how great he is with customers and goes above and beyond. Therefore thank you for the high rating and the incredible review. Glad we could get this issue taken care of for you. We look forward to working with you in the future, should the need arise.

Sandra O.
07/2018
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
Very well! They had an emergency, so they didn't arrive in the designated time slot (1-4pm), however, 2 guys showed up to locate, dig and expose the septic tank cover in readiness for draining the tank. Had to call and find out if they would still be coming to drain the tank, which they did (at 8pm). So they honored the date. All 4 staff members very pleasant and polite. Very happy with Travis and his team. Would certainly recommend them.
Description of Work: Septic Tank drained

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
$325

Response from RooterMan of Virginia
We apologize for not being as punctual as we strive to be. However, we are grateful for your kind review and recommendation. Thank you.

Dwight K.
07/2018
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
During routine septic pumping, the technician showed me camera images of major grease buildup in the pipes. I chose to have them jetted out; this likely saved me from a major problem in the future.
Description of Work: Septic pumping

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

Response from RooterMan of Virginia
We always make recommendations on the things homeowners can do to maintain their septic system. We believe preventative maintenance can save our customers expensive long term problems with their system. So thank you for the high rating and glad we could help.

C H.
07/2018
5.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning, drain cleaning
  + 1 more
Fantastic! A crew was here within about 30 minutes of my call, and it wasn’t even an emergency. They gathered information, took a look, and quoted me a price. The job took much more time and effort than I think they could have anticipated, but the price didn’t change. Robert went above and beyond, explaining everything along the way and even suggesting a last-ditch effort he wanted to try before deciding about additional work that would increase my cost. It turns out his thorough work uncovered the long-unknown source of problems that other companies had missed. Robert and his crew stayed well after quittin’ time to wrap up what they could complete on this visit, and left with a promise to contact the City tomorrow and come back with options for a full resolution. I see no reason why I should look to anyone else for the inevitable additional work.
Description of Work: Scope and clean out main plumbing line to the municipal connection.

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

Response from RooterMan of Virginia
We appreciate you taking some time out of your day to leave such a great review. We as a company are very fortunate to have great technicians like Robert, who go above and beyond to come up with the best solution for your problem. We look forward to working with you for any future plumbing issues.

John P.
07/2018
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Service was great. JD and the new guy were professional and got right to work. They quickly located the problem and provided a solution.
Description of Work: locate water leak

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 RooterMan of Virginia
Thank you for the rating, glad you chose us to service you.

Peter C.
07/2018
5.0
plumbing, septic tank, sewer cleaning, drain cleaning
  + 2 more
Rooterman came out and diagnosed the problem quickly, walked us through all of the local permits and requirements and then came out and delivered perfectly. Matt, Mike, Dustin and Jones cleaned up the failing junction box, cleaned the roots out of the drain field and generally got everything working better than it has in several years. We really appreciate all of their efforts and hard work through 90 degree heat punctuated by drenching thunderstorms.
Description of Work: We had a failing septic system that was causing issues with our internal plumbing

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
$3,000

Response from RooterMan of Virginia
Thank you for your feedback and we truly appreciate you using us to replace your system. As a company, we are grateful to have hardworking guys like Matt, Mike, Dustin & Jahkondeh to represent Rooterman. Thank you for your patience throughout the process. We are glad everything is working perfectly!

kevin M.
06/2018
5.0
plumbing, septic tank, sewer cleaning, drain cleaning
  + 2 more
They cut out the concrete that had been installed above the septic line, dug out and replaced several feet of drain line, reworked the exit hole in the tank, and replaced the concrete on my patio. All in one day. I was completely impressed with their expertise and hard work as well as their care for my property. Excellent company!
Description of Work: Septic tank line 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
$3,000

Response from RooterMan of Virginia
Rooterman is fortunate to have amazing technicians who take pride in their work. We sure are glad you have chosen us as your go to plumbing company. Thank you again for another great review.

Tom D.
06/2018
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
We called in the early afternoon, and they were able to send a truck about an hour later - much quicker than I expected!! Mike arrived and quickly sized up the situation. He was polite, professional, and very efficient. The weather was rainy, and the job unpleasant, but he completed it despite the difficulties. I hope we don't have to, but I would not hesitate to call Rooter Man again We paid a little extra due to complications that were encountered.
Description of Work: Pumping an overflowing septic tank

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
$525

Response from RooterMan of Virginia
Thank you for taking the time to leave a great review. At Rooterman we strive to exceed our customers expectations regardless of the weather conditions. We appreciate the chance to exceed yours! We look forward to servicing you in the future, should the need arise.

Martha T.
06/2018
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Robert was the service man who answered the call and he could not have been more cooperative. It was not an easy fix and he had to try several different methods to solve the problem. But he took care of the issue and made recommendations to help prevent future problems.
Description of Work: The drain outside the back door was stopped up and water had flooded into the basement area.

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
$213

Response from RooterMan of Virginia
Thank you for taking some time to leave this review. Whether it is a complicated job or a routine service call, Robert will always find a solution. Robert does this very well and always puts our customers first. We are lucky to have him.

Peter P.
06/2018
5.0
plumbing, septic tank, sewer cleaning, drain cleaning
  + 2 more
Punctual and professional. Resolved problem. Good job. Thanks,
Description of Work: Needed to find source of a flooded basement

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

Response from RooterMan of Virginia
Thanks for the great review! We look forward to servicing you in the future, should the need arise.

Rebecca D.
06/2018
5.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning, drain cleaning
  + 1 more
They were excellent! After filing a request for “immediate” service through HomeAdvisor and getting matched with another company that didn’t even bother to call me for two days, I took it upon myself to call RooterMan directly. Matt called me back and was extremely helpful. The house was built in 1918, and the sewer line that connected to the city’s main line was disintegrated. There was a team of about five guys that came and went over the course of a day, who went in and out of the crawl space/basement, replacing sections of pipe and digging outside the house to install a new access trap. The price came in at $1700 less than another quote we received. Extremely satisfied with the responsiveness, quality and service we received. Will definitely use them again.
Description of Work: Replace deteriorated 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
$4,300

Response from RooterMan of Virginia
We are very fortunate to have great technicians who go above and beyond to ensure a positive outcome. Thank you for leaving such a great review and we look forward to servicing you in the future should the need arise.

Diana X.
06/2018
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
Very well. Service technician, Matt, did an excellent job sealing the outgoing tee on our septic tank using hydraulic cement. I was impressed with Matt’s courteous demeanor, communication and efficiency.
Description of Work: Reseal around septic tank’s outgoing pipe where the concrete had deteriorated.

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
$175

Response from RooterMan of Virginia
We appreciate you taking the time to leave us another great review. We look forward to servicing you again in the future.

Diana X.
06/2018
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
I am thankful my husband called Rooterman for this job. The office staff was kind and efficient in answering questions and scheduling our service. Technician Jahkondeh was personable, respectful and hard working, He skillfully maneuvered the large truck in our driveway. He was comfortable with my watching and inquiring about the condition of our tanks and his job. I witnessed our tanks were overdue for this service! This was the first time in 26 years our septic tanks were pumped. Jahkondeh displayed integrity as he worked. He is a real asset to the Rooterman team!
Description of Work: Pumped 2 septic tanks, first time pumping after 26 years!

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

Response from RooterMan of Virginia
Thank you for the kind words. We are very blessed at Rooter-man to have such great employees like Jahkondeh. We appreciate their hard work and dedication and we will share your review with them.

Michael B.
06/2018
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
The whole experience could not have been better. They called in advance to let me know when to expect them. Matt and his assistant arrived on time and did an excellent job. Both on the repair and on explaining what they had done. They also gave recommendations on other things that needed to be done with no pressure selling. I'd hire them again in a minute.
Description of Work: Leaky 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
$330

Response from RooterMan of Virginia
We are happy to know our service people were helpful and knowledgeable. We strive to hire the best of the best and our glad we were able to help. We look forward to working with you on any future plumbing projects.

mike B.
05/2018
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
I am very happy with the service I received by Rooterman! After my alarm on my septic tank went off on Saturday morning I called Rooterman , within 10 minutes I got a return call and spoke to a technician. I would like to thank Jakondeh, who pumped my septic tank and Matt, who replaced the septic pump. Both of these men conducted themselves in a professional manner explaining everything that was done and giving me options on how to repair it.! Thank-you Rooterman!
Description of Work: septic tank needed to be pumped and pump was replaced

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

Response from RooterMan of Virginia
Thank you for taking time out of your day to give us a great review. No one likes an emergency, however we sure are grateful you called us. Both Jahkondeh & Matt are outstanding members of our team and we enjoyed sharing your review with them.

Heather K.
05/2018
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Wow - we were very impressed with the great customer service. Ample notification of service time and techs were punctual. Darrell (and Tony) were professional and got the job done quickly. Good customer service seems to be a dying art so it was refreshing to see a company who takes pride in it!
Description of Work: BIO Septic Pump

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
$325

Response from RooterMan of Virginia
What a great review. We are extremely lucky to have great staff from the office to the technicians we do and love being able to share these with them. Thank you.

kevin M.
05/2018
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I spoke to many of the RooterMan employees (some female) from the field to the office and only received excellence from them all. They were concerned about my concerns and were quick to respond, experienced, and knowledgeable in their work. I am not unfamiliar with plumbing and construction so I'm always happy to find people that can help me with a problem that I can't figure out, and they did. I will not hesitate to call them again.
Description of Work: I've had long term septic issues and odors.

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
$1,200

Response from RooterMan of Virginia
Mr. [Member Name Removed], thank you for taking the time to write the kind review. Rooterman sure is grateful to have great employees, from the office staff to the techs in the field. We are glad we could help and appreciate you allowing us to service you again.

Jason P.
04/2018
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Gentleman arrived first thing in the morning. Figured out what was needed gave me a estimate. Work was finished quickly and professionally. Nice guys> company always treats customer well.
Description of Work: Trap on kitchen 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

Response from RooterMan of Virginia
Thank you for your great review. And thank you for allowing us to service you again.

Will J.
03/2018
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Dustin was very prompt , courteous & Professional . Even did extra work by clamping the new pipe he repaired to the wall , As the old one was just hanging down & not secure ( one of the reasons it broke when I bumped into it . would highly recommend Dustin & this company . This was on a sunday emergency call so the cost reflects the emergency rate .
Description of Work: repair broken water pipe that fed the whole 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
$360

Response from RooterMan of Virginia
Thank you for the kind review. No one likes an emergency, but we are glad to have been given the opportunity to service you. We [Member Name Removed] definitely share your kind words with Dustin.

Robert C.
03/2018
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Things went perfectly. Matt was the lead plumber. He and his coworker Kevin did a great job. I had a leak behind the drywall in my basement. It was due to a pipe that froze this winter due to a defective shutoff valve. When I opened the valve on Sunday, water sprayed behind the wall into the basement. I also had a main waste stack that needed permanent repair. The guys worked very quickly in some difficult spaces. The hole Matt created in the drywall was small and precise. Yet there is enough circulation for things to dry out properly, now that the insulation is removed. Though they don't do drywall repair Matt made suggestions that would turn this opening into a useful access panel that is easily covered by a picture. Frankly, l expected a bigger mess and a bigger bill. Yet these guys don't work on commission like plumbers in some firms. The price seemed very fair, and the work was done quickly. The workers were very professional, even though I was constantly asking questions. You won't be disappointed if you need their service.
Description of Work: Repair of leak in wall, replacement of shutoff valve to outside faucets and repair of main waste (sewage) stack.

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
$900

Response from RooterMan of Virginia
Thank you for the review. No one likes an emergency, however, we do appreciate being the people you call when you do. We are very fortunate to have great techs like Matt and Kevin.

Ravi S.
03/2018
4.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
We felt the original quote just to change filter was rather high; technician agreed to clean out faucet aerator and replace soap dispenser within the original quote.
Description of Work: Change house supply filter and install soap dispenser

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Response from RooterMan of Virginia
Thank you for the kind review and we look forward to servicing you in the future.

Roberta L.
02/2018
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I called Rooterman very early on a Sunday morning. They responded quickly. Dustin dug up the pipe and fixed the leak. He was courteous, friendly and respectful. I highly recommend this company and Dustin in particular.
Description of Work: I had a pipe break causing flooding in my basement

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

Response from RooterMan of Virginia
There is no better compliment then when someone says they would highly recommend us. We appreciate the great review and will pass it along to Dustin. Thank you.

Matt A.
02/2018
5.0
plumbing, septic tank
  + 0 more
All contacts with Rooterman were professional. The workmen clearly diagnosed the problem and gave me a credible estimate of the scope and cost of work. They were then efficient & thorough in execution.
Description of Work: Septic tank pumping and house-to-tank line cleaning out

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

Response from RooterMan of Virginia
Thank you for your great review. We are always striving to exceed our customers expectations. We appreciate the chance to exceed yours!

Contact information

3690 Dobleann Dr, Charlottesville, VA 22911

http://rooterman.com/charlottesville

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

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
2705020661
Trade License Locale
VA
Trade License Authority
Virginia: Contractors
Trade License Expiration
05/31/2025
State Contractor License Requirements

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Plumbing,
Septic Systems,
Drain Cleaning,
Sewer Cleaning,
Water Heaters,
Wells and Pumps,
Natural Gas Lines

FAQ

RooterMan of Virginia is currently rated 4.8 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

RooterMan of Virginia accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, RooterMan of Virginia does not offer free project estimates.
No, RooterMan of Virginia does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, RooterMan of Virginia does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, RooterMan of Virginia offers emergency services.
Yes, RooterMan of Virginia offers warranties.
RooterMan of Virginia offers the following services: Septic tank, plumbing, water heaters, sewer & drain cleaning.

Contact information

3690 Dobleann Dr, Charlottesville, VA 22911

http://rooterman.com/charlottesville

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