Drain Cleaning in Mobile, Alabama

A slow or clogged drain can go from a minor annoyance to a much bigger plumbing problem quickly. Whether you have one stubborn sink drain, recurring clogs, multiple drains backing up or a problem with your main drain line, Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup can help find the cause and determine the right way to clear it.

We have been serving the Mobile area since 1962. Today, our third-generation, family-owned company has 48 employees, including 31 licensed plumbers, serving homes and businesses throughout Mobile, Baldwin and Washington counties.

Need drain cleaning in Mobile, AL? Call 251-239-9163. We answer the phone 24 hours a day and dispatch from right here in Mobile.

What Are the Signs You Need Drain Cleaning?

Some drain problems are obvious. Others start small and gradually get worse.

Common signs that it is time to have a drain checked include:

• Water draining more slowly than normal
• A drain that keeps clogging after being cleared
• Gurgling or unusual sounds from drains
• Water backing up into a sink, tub or shower
• Multiple drains having problems at the same time
• Unpleasant odors coming from a drain
• Water or sewage backing up through a lower drain

Recurring clogs are especially important to investigate. If the same drain keeps stopping up, repeatedly opening the drain may not address what is actually causing the problem.

How Do We Decide Which Drain Cleaning Method to Use?

Not every clogged drain needs the same solution.

Our plumbers first look at the symptoms and determine where the problem is located. Depending on what we find, the right approach may be mechanical cabling or snaking, hydro jetting, a video camera inspection, or drain line repair or replacement.

The goal is to solve the actual problem rather than automatically using the same drain-opening method for every call.

Cabling and Snaking

Cabling, sometimes called snaking or mechanical augering, is a common way to open clogged drains. A mechanical cable is run through the drain line to break through or remove the obstruction.

For many everyday household drain clogs, cabling may be all that is needed to restore flow.

Hydro Jetting

Some drain lines need more thorough cleaning than mechanical cabling alone can provide.

Hydro jetting uses high-pressure water to clean buildup from the inside of the drain line. It can be useful when grease, sludge and other accumulated material are contributing to recurring drainage problems.

The condition of the line matters, which is one reason our plumbers determine the appropriate method before proceeding.

Video Camera Inspection

When a drain repeatedly backs up or the cause of the problem is not clear, a video camera inspection can help us see what is happening inside the pipe.

A camera inspection can help locate obstructions and identify damage or other conditions inside the drain line. That information helps determine whether cleaning is appropriate or whether the pipe itself needs attention.

Drain Line Repair and Replacement

Sometimes the problem is not simply a clog.

A broken, leaking or damaged drain line may require repair or replacement rather than repeated cleaning. If our inspection shows that the drain line itself is the source of the problem, we can explain what we found and discuss the appropriate repair.

Our drain work is under warranty. Ask about the warranty terms when you call.

Residential Drain Cleaning in Mobile, AL

Home drain problems can happen in kitchens, bathrooms and main drain lines. Some are isolated clogs. Others affect several fixtures and may point to a problem farther down the drainage system.

Our plumbers can diagnose the source of the problem and recommend the appropriate next step based on what is actually happening in your home. See our full range of residential plumbing services.

We serve homeowners throughout Mobile, Baldwin and Washington counties.

Do You Provide Commercial Drain Cleaning?

Yes. We provide commercial drain cleaning for businesses, restaurants, property managers, contractors and other commercial customers throughout our service area.

Commercial drains often deal with heavier use than residential plumbing, so recurring clogs or slow drainage can quickly become disruptive.

Our commercial drain services include cabling and snaking, hydro jetting, video camera inspection, and drain line repair and replacement.

We do not perform plumbing for ground-up new construction. We do handle plumbing for commercial and industrial remodels and renovations.

Why Call a Local Drain Cleaning Company?

When you call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup in Mobile, you are calling a company that has been part of this community since 1962.

Three generations of the same family have operated the business, and our team now includes 31 licensed plumbers. We serve Mobile, Baldwin and Washington counties, and our calls are dispatched locally from Mobile.

That local presence also matters when a drain problem becomes an emergency. We answer the phone 24 hours a day, usually provide same-day service, and respond faster for true emergencies such as a sewer backup.

What Happens When You Call for Drain Cleaning?

Call 251-239-9163 and tell us what your drains are doing. Our team can help get a service call scheduled and dispatch a plumber from Mobile.

We charge a diagnostic fee to come out and find the problem. If we come out, diagnose the problem and perform the work, there is no diagnostic fee.

Once the plumber identifies the cause, you can discuss the recommended solution before the work is performed.

Whether you need a clogged drain opened, recurring drain problems investigated or a broken drain line repaired, the first step is finding out what is actually causing the problem.

Call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup at 251-239-9163 for drain cleaning in Mobile, Baldwin and Washington counties.