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Birmingham, AL

205-988-6487

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Expert Plumbers in Birmingham, AL

Roto-Rooter is a fully licensed and insured plumbing company in Birmingham, AL providing 24/7 plumbing services, drain cleaning, and water damage cleanup. Homeowners and businesses rely on Roto-Rooter for emergency repairs, scheduled service, and professional-grade diagnostics.

Choosing Roto-Rooter in Birmingham provides measurable service advantages:

  • Same-day service for most plumbing and drain calls
  • 24/7, 365 days a year availability
  • No extra charge for nights, weekends, or holidays
  • Free onsite and upfront estimates
  • Experienced plumbing technicians
  • State-of-the-art diagnostic tools and equipment
  • Senior and military discounts
  • Special financing options available

Roto-Rooter of Birmingham is on the job when you need us. Contact us at 205-988-6487, or use our online scheduling form.

When you choose Roto-Rooter’s Birmingham plumbers, you get the following:

  • No Extra Charge Nights, Weekends, and Holidays
  • Free Estimates
  • Full-Service Plumbing For Home & Business
  • State-of-the Art Drain Cleaning Equipment
  • Licensed & Insured. Trusted Since 1935
  • Ask About Our Senior and Military Discounts
  • Special Financing Available 
Our Services in Birmingham
Drain Cleaning
Powerful drain cleaning to clear clogs and restore flow
Emergency Plumbing Services
Our plumbers are ready to go 24/7 for emergencies - including nights, weekends and holidays.
Sewer Line Repair
Professional sewer line repair, including trenchless options
Water Heater Repair
Trust Roto-Rooter for repair and replacement of gas, electric and tankless water heaters

Water Softener and Filtration

Birmingham has moderately hard water, typically measuring between 5 and 8 grains per gallon, and dissolved minerals such as calcium and magnesium accumulate inside pipes, fixtures, and appliances over time. Mineral buildup reduces water flow, decreases water heater efficiency, and shortens appliance lifespan while leaving residue on fixtures and drying out skin and hair.

Roto-Rooter installs and services water softeners and filtration systems that reduce scale formation, protect plumbing infrastructure, and improve overall water quality in Birmingham homes and businesses.

Types of water softeners

  • Salt-based water softeners
  • Salt-free water softeners
  • Dual-tank water softeners
  • Magnetic water softeners
  • Reverse osmosis water softeners
  • Shower head water softeners

Types of filtration systems

  • Activated carbon
  • Ion exchange
  • Reverse osmosis
  • Mechanical
  • Ultraviolet

Expert Drain Cleaning in Birmingham

Comprehensive Plumbing Solutions in Birmingham

Plumbing in Birmingham faces unique challenges due to local infrastructure and environmental conditions. Many older homes still contain clay sewer lines or galvanized steel piping, which are prone to internal corrosion, cracking, and leakage after decades of use. Birmingham’s red clay soil expands when saturated and contracts during dry periods, which can misalign or fracture underground pipes. Seasonal freeze events and heavy rainfall also increase the risk of burst pipes and drainage backups.

Roto-Rooter plumbers in Birmingham, AL tailor plumbing services to resolve these region-specific issues efficiently and safely.

Roto-Rooter offers a wide range of plumbing services, that include:

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Customer Reviews in Birmingham

Rated 4.8 out of 500 reviews

prompt and courteous

tyler m.
Birmingham, AL

They are so wonderful! I needed help ASAP taking off an old kitchen faucet and installing a new one. Two other companies refused to come since the hurricane winds knocked ... out our cell tower and I was unable to receive any calls. Everyone I spoke to with Roto-Rooter was extremely helpful and understanding and they don't overcharge. They now have a customer for life! Thank you all so very very much! You rock!!!

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Chelsea M.
Birmingham, AL

Perfect service experience! I contact Roto-Rooter online to request service during evening hours after I realized I had a drain blockage in the kitchen sink. It could not have been ... easier to schedule a service call for the following morning. Following the scheduling, a message was received by email confirming the scheduled call, instructing me that I would also be called 30 minutes prior to the technician's arrival. The work was done efficiently and knowledgeably by the technician, offering helpful tips and confirming that I was using Pipe Shield as directed. Good service from Roto-Rooter cannot be overstated.

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Linda k H.
Birmingham, AL

Tech was on time and went above and beyond with help of septic problem

Charleston B.
Birmingham, AL

Serviceman was on time and courteous.

Charles W.
Birmingham, AL

Great services and very friendly staff

latonya M.
Birmingham, AL

the guy that came out to my house did a great job! He was very friendly ...

ALAN w.
Birmingham, AL

The man(Ron) who showed up to do the job was prompt . Wanted to know the problem and was right on the job. My cleanout was not in the easiest ... place to work from , when I showed him he said no problem. He was hard working and got the job done. I would recommend rotor rooter to anyone with a drain problem . Thank you

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Michael R.
Birmingham, AL

Both the representative and the technician that came out were excellent and represent Roto-Rooter well. The technician thoroughly explained what the problem was and how it would be remedied. He ... was excellent, and as a result, I would recommend you guys to anyone.

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Lakeisha R.
Birmingham, AL

Great job on unclogging the pipes.

Rouglas D.
Birmingham, AL

Great customer service! I can always count on them to do an awesome job!

Shelly G.
Birmingham, AL

Excellent service. The technician was professional patient and helpful, knew his job very well and answered any question I asked in regards to my plumbing problem and for me that's ... important, being professional and a people person at the same time also not rushing, but doing the job with patience and consideration. Great job!

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Tony S.
Birmingham, AL

Excellent Service leak diagnosis and repaired within hours!!!!!

Winifred H.
Birmingham, AL

He was very professional, completed the job.

Robert A.
Birmingham, AL

Rodney clayton did a great job unclogging my laundry kitchen lines.

alan w.
Birmingham, AL

When we needed Roto Rooter recently, they responded promptly and professionally ...we live in an older house, and needed pipe replacement for a portion of our sewer line. Field Supervisor ... Michael Wimberly ran the camera down, identifying our problem. Zac Hendon repaired the line, working steadily thru the day...and it's still very hot here in Alabama in September! We could not be more satisfied with the job done by Roto Rooter.

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Richard S.
Birmingham, AL

Had a toilet issue on a Saturday and thought it would be a quick fix so I called Roto-Rooter they arrived within the hour and the problem became bigger ... and bigger as the afternoon progressed. We ended up have to have a clean out drain put in the front yard and the pipes jetted. The complete job was finished in 3 days (Saturday-Monday) and the work was performed quickly. I live out of town in Nashville but I felt good leaving my Moms house on Sunday and having the job completed on Monday. Thanks for the service and quick response. Tom Tillman

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Tom T.
Birmingham, AL

Great professional attitude and work

Greg C.
Birmingham, AL

I am once again very satisfied with my service . He was on time after I scheduled on line late at night . He checked my issue and explained ... my problem and what I needed . The work was done in a timely manner . When he finished the work area was very clean and once again he explained what he had done . I have not as of yet experienced any problems .

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Carolyn W.
Birmingham, AL

Problem was resolved quickly and in a manner we could afford at the moment. They will work with us to file a claim with our insurance to fix the bigger ... problem causing the plumbing problems.

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Gabriela G.
Birmingham, AL

The service men who came were polite and knowledgeable and kept me informed about what they were doing.

Mary D.
Birmingham, AL

The service man was prompt and courteous. He was very professional and knowledgeable about the work required to fix my problem.

Carolyn H.
Birmingham, AL

Service was courteous, prompt, effective and well appreciated.Serviceman even removed his shoes when he walked on carpet. They came within 2 hours and gave us a senior discount. Thanks, Anne ... and Bob

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robert k.
Birmingham, AL

first service on 9/8 did not work paid 420.00 second service all the pipes were replaced with a 200.00 discount from first service. did a great job but do feel ... like I should have been given full credit for first job since it was warrantied for 6 months

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tyler m.
Birmingham, AL

Great work by all your men. Solved my problem and protected my property.

Willard B.
Birmingham, AL

Technician Joseph Edwards and Trey did and excellent job on fixing my clogged pipeline. They educated me on everything that they did and finished everything in a timely order. I ... really appreciate you guys & will definitely do business again/ recommend this company.

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Jorena D.
Birmingham, AL

Fantastic service. Ronald went above and beyond to diagnose and solve the issue. The job, replacing pipes in the wall, was tedious and labor intensive. He exemplified true professionalism. I ... will definitely use his services again.

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Birmingham, AL
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Sewer Pipe Restoration and Excavation in Birmingham

Sewer line failures in Birmingham can escalate quickly — from slow drains and foul odors to full sewage backups that threaten your home's structure and your family's health. Roto-Rooter's Birmingham technicians move fast to identify the problem and restore safe sewer function.

Roto-Rooter sewer line services include:

  • Sewer Line Cleaning: Routine sewer cleaning keeps Birmingham's clay and cast iron lines clear of the grease, sediment, and root growth that the region's soil conditions accelerate.
  • Video Camera Inspections: We send a high-resolution camera through your sewer line to locate blockages, cracks, and root intrusion points with precision before recommending any repair.
  • Sewer Line Repair: Using trenchless rehabilitation or conventional excavation depending on the situation, our Birmingham team restores damaged lines efficiently and to full local code compliance.
  • Sewer Line Replacement: When Birmingham's shifting red clay soils have caused irreparable pipe damage, we replace the line entirely with materials designed to handle the region's conditions long-term.

Service Areas in Birmingham 

Roto-Rooter provides plumbing and drain services throughout Birmingham and surrounding communities. Our service area includes Vestavia Hills, Bessemer, Homewood, Mountain Brook, Hueytown, Irondale, Fairfield, Forestdale, Pleasant Grove, Fultondale, Tarrant, Midfield, Sylvan Springs, Minor, Docena, North Johns, and Shannon, along with other nearby areas in Jefferson County and Central Alabama.

Roto-Rooter: Your Trusted Source for Plumbing Services in Birmingham

Roto-Rooter is fully licensed, insured, and ready to help you deal with all plumbing problems, big or small. From a leaky faucet to sewer backups, Roto-Rooter plumbers are available 24/7, 365 days a year. Call us at 205-988-6487 for an appointment with a professional Birmingham plumber, or use our online scheduling form.

Water Heater Repairs and Installations

Water heater repairs are among the top reasons people call plumbers in Birmingham, AL. Most conventional tank water heaters reach the end of their service life around the 11-year mark, with tankless models often lasting nearly twice as long. Given Birmingham's hard water conditions, regular maintenance is especially important for keeping your system running efficiently.

Signs your water heater needs repair or replacement:

  • Reduced Hot Water Supply: In Birmingham's hard water environment, sediment buildup is a frequent culprit — though a failing heating element or an undetected leak could also be to blame.
  • Pools of Water Around the Tank Base: Moisture collecting at the base of your water heater is a serious warning sign that may indicate a hole or structural failure in the tank.
  • Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve Ejecting Water: If this valve is discharging water, your system is operating under unsafe conditions and requires professional attention right away.
  • Strange Noises: Rumbling or banging during heating cycles is common in Birmingham homes where hard water accelerates sediment accumulation at the bottom of the tank.
  • Discolored Hot Water: Rust-tinged or murky water from your hot tap suggests corrosion or debris has entered the system.
  • Frequent Water Heater Operation: When your unit seems to run without stopping, it's often overcompensating for reduced efficiency caused by sediment or a malfunctioning component.

Roto-Rooter's experienced Birmingham plumbing technicians service all types of water heaters, including traditional, tankless, and solar models.

Sewer Pipe Restoration and Excavation in Birmingham

Sewer line failures in Birmingham can escalate quickly — from slow drains and foul odors to full sewage backups that threaten your home's structure and your family's health. Roto-Rooter's Birmingham technicians move fast to identify the problem and restore safe sewer function.

Roto-Rooter sewer line services include:

  • Sewer Line Cleaning: Routine sewer cleaning keeps Birmingham's clay and cast iron lines clear of the grease, sediment, and root growth that the region's soil conditions accelerate.
  • Video Camera Inspections: We send a high-resolution camera through your sewer line to locate blockages, cracks, and root intrusion points with precision before recommending any repair.
  • Sewer Line Repair: Using trenchless rehabilitation or conventional excavation depending on the situation, our Birmingham team restores damaged lines efficiently and to full local code compliance.
  • Sewer Line Replacement: When Birmingham's shifting red clay soils have caused irreparable pipe damage, we replace the line entirely with materials designed to handle the region's conditions long-term.

Serving the entire Birmingham metro area, Including:

Counties in the Birmingham Metro Area

Jefferson, Walker, Shelby, Tuscaloosa, Saint Clair, Blount, Bibb, Pickens
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup is proud to provide expert Plumbing, drain cleaning and water cleanup services to the Birmingham area.
Manager:Darrell Robertson
Location:505 20th St N #125
Birmingham, AL 35203
Phone Number:205-988-6487

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Frequently Asked Questions in Birmingham

What services does Roto-Rooter in Birmingham provide?

Roto-Rooter in Birmingham provides plumbingdrain cleaning and water cleanup services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. From emergency water removal services to leak repairs and toilet installations, we have you covered. Trusted since 1935, Roto-Rooter experts can help with any plumbing or water-related service you may come across such as water heater repair and installation, clogged drains, sewer line inspections, sump pump service, bathroom/kitchen plumbing repair and installation, and so much more.

Does Roto-Rooter in Birmingham have any coupons or offer free estimates?

Yes, Roto-Rooter in Birmingham offers a variety of coupons and free estimates for both plumbing and drain service. Visit the coupons section of our website.

How much does drain cleaning cost?

Roto-Rooter will provide a free estimate at no cost to you after expertly assessing and providing options to resolve your sewer & drain issue. We will offer an honest, upfront price without hidden fees or unnecessary upselling, and we will give you a written no-hassle guarantee.

Water Softener and Filtration

Birmingham has moderately hard water, typically measuring between 5 and 8 grains per gallon, and dissolved minerals such as calcium and magnesium accumulate inside pipes, fixtures, and appliances over time. Mineral buildup reduces water flow, decreases water heater efficiency, and shortens appliance lifespan while leaving residue on fixtures and drying out skin and hair.

Roto-Rooter installs and services water softeners and filtration systems that reduce scale formation, protect plumbing infrastructure, and improve overall water quality in Birmingham homes and businesses.

Types of water softeners

  • Salt-based water softeners
  • Salt-free water softeners
  • Dual-tank water softeners
  • Magnetic water softeners
  • Reverse osmosis water softeners
  • Shower head water softeners

Birmingham’s water supply comes from the Warrior and Cahaba rivers. Local water meets or exceeds EPA water quality standards, but may contain trace amounts of chromium, radium, disinfection byproducts, and PFAS or forever chemicals. A water filtration system helps ensure your home or business's best possible water quality. 

Types of filtration systems

  • Activated carbon
  • Ion exchange
  • Reverse osmosis
  • Mechanical
  • Ultraviolet

Roto-Rooter: Your Trusted Source for Plumbing Services in Birmingham

Roto-Rooter is fully licensed, insured, and ready to help you deal with all plumbing problems, big or small. From a leaky faucet to sewer backups, Roto-Rooter plumbers are available 24/7, 365 days a year. Call us at 205-988-6487 for an appointment with a professional Birmingham plumber, or use our online scheduling form.

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We have partnered with Synchrony Bank to offer financing options to make your plumbing repair expenses as convenient and stress-free as possible.