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Avatar for Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup - Cincinnati
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup - Cincinnati
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Serving Erlanger, 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.

Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Joe Lay & Sons Plumbing
4.4(
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Serving Erlanger, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We needed to check our water heater for leaks prior to closing the sale of our house.Joe Lay were out installing a new water heater and expansion tank the next day. The technician explained how all the components were supposed to work before checking everything so we both knew we needed a new tank as well. Outstanding, professional company. Billy was very respectful, knowledgeable and professional the entire time in our home. We would highly recommend Joe Lay and Sons for any plumbing needs."
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Recommended by57%of homeowners
Archer Plumbing Company Inc
4.7(
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Serving Erlanger, 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
WSC Drainage
4.9(
5
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Serving Erlanger, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At WSC Drainage, our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.

Recommended by75%of homeowners
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K Zig Plumbing
4.9(
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Serving Erlanger, 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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Arlinghaus Plumbing Heating Air Conditioning & Electrical of Erlanger
4.1(
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Serving Erlanger, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Arlinghaus Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical is a family-owned business & your trusted expert for AC repair, AC installation, AC tune-ups, heating, plumbing, and electrical services across NKY, Cincinnati & SE Indiana – including Erlanger, Florence, Covington, Newport, Burlington, Independence, Bellevue, Crescent Springs, Union, Fort Thomas, Highland Heights, Cold Spring & Alexandria. Our team delivers fast, reliable service to keep your home comfortable all year. We also handle drain cleaning, sewer services, water heaters, & 24/7 emergency plumbing. Licensed, insured technicians with over 6,000 5-star reviews. Same-day service, upfront pricing, & a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Call today for expert HVAC and plumbing service.

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Drain Cleaning FAQs, answered by experts

Start by unscrewing the overflow valve, which is located on the wall of your tub between the floor drain and the tub spout. Gently insert a plumbing snake down into the pipe, move it back and forth, and pull it out. Remove any hair, debris, and soap scum that comes out with it. Repeat the process until the snake comes out clean, and then reinstall the cap on your overflow valve.

Bleach is generally not recommended for your shower drains. Although diluted bleach can technically help clean your drain, it will not unclog your pipes. In fact, bleach can harm your plumbing system because it’s so powerful. The bleach can change the color of your sink and even corrode metal pipes and fittings.

Often, people reach for bleach because it's already in their house. But it's worth getting a plunger or a drain snake for the job instead. It'll be a lot less money to buy a new plunger than to pay a plumber to repair or replace damaged pipes.

Flushing the toilet only to realize it’s clogged can cause anxiety. To avoid a clogged toilet, use less toilet paper. If you notice that the toilet is flushing and refilling slower than usual, you can use a plunger to clear clogs in the S-trap. If that doesn’t work, call a plumber to check your system and possibly clear the drain lines.

It can take anywhere from half an hour to a few hours to fix a main line clog, depending on the cause and severity of it. The job should not take more than a day to complete. Keep in mind that the main line is not the same as your home’s sewer lines (which connect to the main line and run to your house). Your city is responsible for any clogs or damage to the main line itself.

A small amount of diluted bleach is okay to pour down a garbage disposal. As part of your weekly garbage disposal maintenance, use 1 teaspoon of bleach with your concoction of ice cubes and lemon peels. Turn on the disposal and run the water until the blades chop up the ice cubes.

Any more bleach in your disposal can harden oils and greases in your drain, which can cause problems. Always wear gloves when working with bleach, and know that you really don’t need bleach at all—vinegar, baking soda, salt, and ice should do the trick.

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