ReliableRodding Rooter Chicago Plumbing Experts

Backed-up drain? A floor drain that gurgles? We clear the clog, rod the sewer line, and fix the plumbing problem behind it for Chicago homes and businesses, often the same day.

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We have 20+ years of Experience

A Chicago crew that finds the cause and tells you the price first

We’re a Chicago drain and sewer crew with more than 20 years of experience. We use rodding machines, hydro jetting equipment and sewer cameras to find out why a line is clogging, and not just clear it for a week. You get a plain explanation and a price before we start.

Why people call us

Same-day service when we can

A price before we start

What we do

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Rodding

A powered cable clears the main sewer line when floor drains back up or several fixtures drain slowly.

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Drain Cleaning & Clog Removal

Slow or clogged sinks, tubs, showers and kitchen lines cleared, then tested before we leave.

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Hydro Jetting Services

High-pressure water scrubs grease, roots and scale off the pipe walls when a drain keeps clogging.

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Sewer Cleaning

Main line cleaning that clears buildup before it turns into a basement backup.

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Pumping & Repair

Sump and ejector pump repair and replacement, so water leaves your basement and doesn't stay in it.

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Camera Inspection & Diagnostics

A camera on a cable shows what's in the pipe, so repairs are based on what we can see.

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Toilet & Fixture Plumbing Repairs

Running toilets, dripping faucets and leaking fixtures repaired, with an estimate first.

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Commercial Plumbing Services

Drain, sewer and kitchen-line work for restaurants, offices, shops and apartment buildings.

Why Chicago calls Rodding Rooter

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Quick response

We aim to get someone out the same day, find the cause, and get you back to normal without dragging out the visit.

Twenty years on Chicago pipes

More than two decades of clearing drains and sewer lines, from old clay tile to cast iron.

Prices up front

You hear the price before we start, and we explain each charge. If something changes, we tell you first.

Proof it worked

We run water through the line when we're done, and a camera can show you the pipe before and after.

Book a visit

Tell us what's going on and we'll tell you what to expect, and when we can be there.

Something backing up?

A small problem is cheaper to fix than a big one. Call us and we'll help you work out what to do.

Happy Customers Love Our Service

    Jessica M.

    Google review summary

    Needed her main line rodded and a new sump pump. A technician arrived within the hour, and she described him as polite and honest.

      Dr. George B.

      Google review summary

      His medical and dental office called on a Saturday, got an answer right away, and received fast service from technicians Josh and Pete.

        Kitsune N.

        Google review summary

        After an early-morning call, the plumber came promptly and explained which fixtures were still safe to use. They thanked the team for its honesty.

          Patricia C.

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          Had her sink and bathtub rodded, was very pleased with the job, and said she would use Rodding Rooter again.

          Need a plumber in Chicago today?

          Call us and tell us what’s happening. We’ll explain what we think is going on, when we can get there, and what it should cost, before any work starts.

          Quick answers to common questions

          Short answers to what people ask us most. For anything else, call (773) 588-1200.

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          Rodding clears blockages from drains and sewer lines using a spinning steel cable with a cutting head.

          When they get slow, start to smell, or clog again and again. Catching it early is cheaper than a backup.

          It uses high-pressure water to scrub grease, roots and debris off the inside of a pipe.

          Many lines do fine with a check and cleaning every year or two. Lines with roots or a backup history may need it more often.

          It shows cracks, roots, sags and blockages inside the pipe, so we can find the problem without digging.

          Yes. We repair running and leaking toilets, replace worn parts, and get the flush working properly again.

          Yes. We do drain, sewer and kitchen-line work for restaurants, offices, shops and apartment buildings across Chicago.

          Grease, soap, hair, food scraps and tree roots are the usual causes, along with wipes and other things that shouldn't go down a drain.

          Yes. Our emergency line is open 24/7. Call (773) 588-1200 and we'll tell you how soon we can get there.

          We've spent more than 20 years on Chicago drains and sewers, we give you a price before we start, and we can show you what we found.