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Avatar for Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup - Baltimore
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup - Baltimore
4.2(
662
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1935

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

When you need an emergency plumber in Baltimore, MD 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.

Roto Rooter- Baltimore
Roto Rooter- Baltimore
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Roto Rooter- Baltimore
Roto Rooter- Baltimore

+6

Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Remedy Plumbing and Drain Cleaning
4.8(
74
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Remedy had to take my toilet apart to fix my clog now I have use of my bathroom again. He was very friendly, explained everything and am definitely recommending this company to everyone I know. I will use Remedy again if another plumbing problem occurs."
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Kozan Construction, LLC
4.6(
36
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr, Frank was professional, came same day when called to give an estimate. The work was was done next day and I was extremely satisfied. I would hire him again for any plumbing needs"
Master bathroom walls and floor
Travertine tiles on Master bathrom
Cabinets and Counter Top
Kitchen Cabinets and Counter Top
Master Bathroom With Shower

+16

Response time6 hrs
Response rate89%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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PLATINUM PLUMBING AND DRAINS LLC
4.9(
13
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Credit card accepted

"We recently had a major drain line repair and replacement completed by Platinum Plumbing and Drains, and the experience was exceptional from start to finish. After two other plumbers failed to follow up or even return calls, Platinum responded promptly and professionally. The job involved diagnosing a serious basement flood, camera inspection, excavation, and replacement of failed Orangeburg pipe. Humberto clearly explained the problem, showed camera images, and outlined repair options without pressure. They used modern pipe-bursting technology to replace the sewer line without trenching the entire yard. Luís and his crew demonstrated outstanding technical skill and attention to detail, carefully ensuring proper grading, bedding, and flow before closing the excavation. They even worked through the weekend to minimize disruption. Communication was excellent throughout, the property was treated with care, and cleanup was impressive for a project of this size."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hardin Services, Inc.
5.0(
5
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Sewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"James is very punctual and thorough and does a very meticulous job. I highly highly recommend him. He explains everything he is doing and does not cut any corners and only does the best perfect work He gave me the best price out of five different plumbers for my water heater. Install at Price included the cost of the water heater, picking up the water heater and throwing away the old water heater. When I asked for his license and insurance information, he readily had it all on hand and provided it almost instantly I will have James back out very soon to complete more work for me"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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EcoTek Power Wash
4.7(
120
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Baltimore Power Wash did a great job with power washing our medical office building. He showed up on time and did an excellent job cleaning the outside of the building to the highest standard. We highly recommend Josh's work and plan on using him on other commercial projects.
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
Reliable Home Improvement & Plumbing LLC
4.5(
343
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Mike and Ray were FANTASTIC! I was expecting to schedule an appointment but they happened to be heading my direction after the job they had finished. Very professional and knowledgable as to how tackle my issue quickly and with success. My clog took maybe 30 minutes to fix and they were done with no mess to clean up. HIGHLY Recommend Mike and Ray of Reliable Home Improvement & Plumbing! I will be calling them again for my next plumbing issue I would like fixed."
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

A sewer cleanout typically looks like a white or gray PVC pipe with a removable cap. It's often located either in your yard or basement, depending on your home's plumbing configuration. The cleanout pipe is designed to provide easy access to your sewer system for maintenance and inspections. It may be flush with the ground or slightly elevated, making it distinguishable from other pipes. When you remove the cap, you can access the sewer line directly or determine its direction, which can be helpful when you need to locate your sewer line from your house to the street.

Yes, rats can come up through drains. They can crawl through basement floor drains, lateral house drains, and roof drains. Installing rat blockers in your drains is the best way to repel rats and prevent them from entering your pipes. These are one-way valves that allow water and waste to flow out but keep rats from getting in.

The best drain cleaners are biodegradable ones or a mixture of baking soda and vinegar. Strong, caustic chemicals may seem appealing with promises of unclogging your drain quickly, but liquid drain cleaners can cause damage to your pipes over time. Consider making your own drain cleaner with baking soda and vinegar.

When hiring a sewer line company, you need to consider more than just the quoted price. Make sure to check that the company or contractor is licensed, certified, and insured to protect you both. Check for positive reviews, and you can even request references for extra peace of mind. 

To find the best contractor, you might also want to consider how long the company has been in business doing sewer line cleaning and if they’ve won any industry awards for their work and service. Review potential contracts closely, and look for transparent pricing.

A clogged sewer line is not typically covered by homeowner’s insurance, though some sewer line issues are covered. For instance, damage related to a fallen tree is usually covered. Though sewer line replacement is not covered in a standard insurance policy, some companies offer add-ons for this purpose. Read the fine print before spending your own money.

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