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Avatar for Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup - Cincinnati
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup - Cincinnati
4.2(
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Serving Elsmere, KY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1935

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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.

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Recommended by81%of homeowners
Avatar for Joe Lay & Sons Plumbing
Joe Lay & Sons Plumbing
4.4(
22
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Serving Elsmere, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The workers arrived on time. They explained everything they were doing and asked approval for anything where there were options. They cleaned up when they were finished. They were polite and professional. I would hire them again."
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Recommended by60%of homeowners
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True Flow Services LLC
4.8(
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Serving Elsmere, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a great experience with True Flow. Jared and Jeremy explained everything in detail that needed to be done and completely fixed it right away. I would highly recommend them to others."
True Flow Services
PRV Installation
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PVC Stack Repair
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+11

Response time30 mins
Response rate100%
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Archer Plumbing Company Inc
4.7(
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Serving Elsmere, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1962

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Two Archer Plumbing plumbers came to my house to unclog a drain in my basement that used to be a toilet, but was now capped off. The cap had shot off because of a clog underground. The men that came called me when they were on their way, and then unclogged the drain by using one of their snake machines. They were both friendly and good natured guys. I had no problems and was satisfied by the end result. They even checked to make sure the clog was gone by running the machine again, and using a bucket to pour water down into the drain. Great work!
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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K Zig Plumbing
4.9(
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Elsmere, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The pro was friendly and professional. He was able to spot the problem quickly with minimal damage for 2nd floor bathroom pipe. Fixed and went extra mile and corrected a diy fix from previous homeowner to a professionals standard. Also verified pipes were free of buildup with new valves beyond this homeowners previous interaction with other plumber visits. Saving this homeowner a costly expense. Cleaned. Up his work area well, Great with my dogs and also was able to answer other questions about pressure valves honestly for future work. An excellent experience"
Response time1 day
Response rate86%
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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Liquid drain cleaners are harsh chemicals that can erode your pipes. To treat a slow drain or for preventative maintenance, pour hot water down the drain to break up gunk and help move it along. Make sure the water isn’t boiling hot (keep it under 140 degrees Fahrenheit) if you have plastic pipes. However, you’ll need to pull the clog out for bigger backups. 

It is generally not recommended to pour hot or boiling water down a drain to unfreeze pipes due to significant risks. In some cases, the sudden temperature change can cause more ice buildup or produce steam, which increases pressure and could cause the pipe to burst, leading to costly damage and potential burn injuries. While hot water might help with a partially frozen drainpipe, it is unlikely to thaw a completely blocked water pipe further down the system. Additionally, boiling water can damage plastic pipes over time. Safer and more effective methods include using a space heater near the frozen section or applying hot towels directly to the pipe.

While there is no specific “best” method to clear hair out of a drain, several options work well. Using a combination of baking soda and vinegar to dissolve the hair clog is a great and easy way to help clear the drain. Drain snakes are also effective for more severe clog buildups. 

The best way to unclog a bathtub drain is to pour a pot of boiled water down the drain, being careful not to splash yourself. However, take precautions, as boiling water can damage PVC pipes and joints. Follow up with ½ cup of baking soda and ½ cup of vinegar. Cover the drain with a small sink plunger and let it sit for 15 minutes. Pour boiling water down the drain again and replace the drain stopper.

A liquid drain cleaner can sometimes make a clog worse over time if you use it improperly or too much. The chemicals in drain cleaners can corrode and damage pipes, causing cracks and leaks that may cause further blockages. If the clog is more than the liquid drain cleaner can handle, the cleaner will simply add chemicals to a bigger overall problem.

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