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Avatar for Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup - Cincinnati
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup - Cincinnati
4.2(
443
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Cincinnati, OH 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.

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
A-1 Smitty's Plumbing
4.4(
91
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Cincinnati, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Schmidt was very prompt in coming to my home. He was knowledgeable, experienced, personable, honest and thorough. He solved the drain problem in my bathroom quickly and was very reasonable in his charge for service. I would highly recommend him to anyone requiring plumbing service and would rate him 5 stars - among the highest contractors I have every worked with."
 Complete tub and tile job
 Marble soaking tub
 Shower ajacent to tub
 Sink and vanitory Installed by smitty
 different view of tub and tile job

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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Joe Lay & Sons Plumbing
4.4(
22
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Cincinnati, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My sump pump stopped working. Rob called me back and was so very helpful. He sent a guy over the next day even though they were booked solid. He looked at the radar and it was supposed to rain and he said he couldn t let that happen with my sump pump not working. The service was completed and it was done with such professionalism!! I ll definitely be calling them for any plumbing service I need!!"
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Pro-Tech Home Solutions LLC
5.0(
4
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Cincinnati, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Josh arrived the morning after my call for service to unclog my kitchen sink. I had exhausted my efforts by using two different plungers to no avail. I was quoted a reasonable price agreeing to the charge. I just felt it was going to be more of a job than either of us thought. I was correct as Josh snaked and augured the drain pipes without success. Moving to a clean out he worked revealing a grease plug. To move it required air and water pressure and an acceptable price increase. After about four hours, all blockage was moved along and the drain was open. If needing a plumber in the future, Josh will be the first I call."
Response time8 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Logan Services A/C, Heat & Plumbing
Logan Services A/C, Heat & Plumbing
4.7(
51
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Cincinnati, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

For over 50 years, homeowners in Columbus, Dayton, and Cincinnati, Ohio, have relied on Logan Services as their preferred heating and air conditioning provider. We are now excited to offer professional plumbing services as well. Whether you need assistance with your air conditioner, furnace, heat pump, ductwork, or any other aspect of your climate control system, or if you require plumbing solutions, we are the dependable residential HVAC and plumbing experts you can count on for prompt and friendly service.

Trane Furnace Installation
Air Conditioner Installation
State Water Heater Installation
New Water Heater Installation
Water Heater, Furnace, and Water Treatment

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Response time3 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Cincinnati, OH

Snaking a simple clog near a tub, toilet, or sink often takes about five minutes. Deeper blockages along the main line can stretch the job to a few hours because the pro must feed extra cable and may need a camera to confirm the pipe is clear. Either way, specialized tools help pros work quickly and keep your drains running for the long haul.

Aggressive snaking can scratch pipes, push debris deeper, or even crack older lines. That risk is low with an experienced plumber who matches the cable size to the pipe and eases the snake through bends instead of forcing it. If you’re unsure of your technique—or your pipes are already fragile—calling a licensed pro is the safest, and often cheapest, move.

Start with simple barriers: mesh screens on every tub, shower, and sink keep hair, food bits, and jewelry out of the pipes. Skip harsh chemicals; a monthly flush with hot (not boiling) water clears light buildup without damaging plastic lines. Finally, practice smart disposal—no grease, wipes, or kitty litter down the drain—and schedule routine cleanings if you have older plumbing.

Roto‑Rooter typically charges a flat $160 to $450 for standard snaking, which may include a quick sewer inspection and basic clean‑out. Exact pricing depends on the clog’s location and complexity. Repairs or part replacements fall outside that flat fee, so ask for a line‑item estimate if your tech spots broken pipe sections or recommends additional work.

Most liquid cleaners rely on caustic chemicals that eat through hair and grime—but they also erode metal and even some plastics over time. Repeated use strips protective pipe coatings and can leave you with leaks or premature failures. If hot water or a plunger doesn’t help, call a plumber for mechanical removal instead of pouring more chemicals down the line.

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