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Lakewood Plumbing & Drain Solutions: Licensed Lakewood Plumber Available 24/7 Providing Emergency Plumbing and Drain Services
Roto-Rooter is a licensed plumber in Lakewood, NJ offering full-service plumbing repair and maintenance 24 hours a day, seven days a week. From drain cleaning to toilet clogs, water heaters to new installations, our experienced Lakewood plumbers can do it all – on your schedule. To schedule an appointment with our experienced plumbers please call our Lakewood plumbing office at 732-341-5655.
The woman who answered the phone was kind and terrific to us and arranged for John , I think that was his name , the service tech ,to come out ... the same day of us calling for a flooded shower. He also showed us what the problem was. Two days later plumber Dave S came out and fixed the problem for us. Root Rooter will now be our go to for any plumbing issues and will ask for these 2 again...thank you to all. Highly recommend.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Lakewood
Do you respond to plumbing emergencies at night or on weekends?
Yes. Roto-Rooter dispatch is available 24/7, 365 days a year. A burst pipe, a sewage backup, or a water heater failure doesn't follow business hours, and waiting until Monday can turn a manageable repair into a much larger problem. Call 732-341-5655 any time to reach Roto-Rooter in Lakewood, NJ and get a technician on the way.
Can tree roots really get into my drain pipes?
Yes. Roots seek moisture and grow into hairline cracks at pipe joints, particularly in older clay or cast iron sewer laterals. Once inside, they expand and catch debris, causing recurring slow drains or full backups. The Roto-Rooter Machine cuts through root intrusion mechanically, and a sewer camera inspection confirms how far the roots have spread and whether the pipe wall itself is compromised.
What is hydro jetting and when is it better than snaking a drain?
Hydro jetting sends a high-pressure water stream through the pipe to scour the interior wall, removing calcified grease, mineral scale, and root debris that a cable auger cuts through but leaves behind. Snaking punches a hole through the blockage; hydro jetting cleans the full pipe diameter. It's the right choice when a drain clogs repeatedly after standard augering, because it removes the residue that fuels the next clog.
Why does my water heater make a rumbling noise?
Sediment - mostly mineral deposits that settle on the tank floor over time - gets superheated and pops or rumbles as water moves through it. That buildup insulates the heating element, forcing it to work harder and shortening the tank's lifespan. Flushing the tank removes the sediment layer. Roto-Rooter also inspects the anode rod, thermostat, and pressure relief valve during the visit to catch any secondary issues.
My toilet keeps running even after I jiggle the handle. What's wrong?
A running toilet almost always traces to a worn flapper that no longer seats properly against the flush valve, or a fill valve that can't shut off once the tank refills. Both let water trickle continuously from the tank into the bowl. The fix is straightforward - replace the flapper, the fill valve, or both. A Roto-Rooter technician can diagnose the exact component and replace it during the same visit.
How do I know if I have a hidden water leak inside my walls?
Hidden leaks often show up as warm spots on the floor, discolored drywall, or a water meter that keeps running when every fixture is off. A Roto-Rooter technician uses moisture meters and visual inspection to trace the source without unnecessary demolition. Catching a hidden leak early prevents structural damage that compounds over time. Call 732-341-5655 to schedule a leak detection visit.
What causes low water pressure throughout the whole house?
Whole-house low pressure usually points to one of three sources: a partially closed main shutoff valve, a failing pressure reducing valve (PRV), or a supply line leak bleeding pressure before it reaches your fixtures. A PRV that drifts out of range is a common culprit in older homes. A Roto-Rooter technician diagnoses which component is at fault and repairs or replaces it to restore normal flow.
When multiple drains in my house back up at the same time, what does that mean?
Multiple fixtures backing up simultaneously - toilets gurgling while a shower drains slowly, for example - signals a blockage in the main sewer line rather than an individual fixture drain. The clog sits between the house and the city connection, so every drain downstream is affected. Roto-Rooter clears main line blockages with an auger or hydro jetting, then uses a camera to confirm the line is fully open.
Is there anything I can do about a slow bathroom drain before calling a plumber?
Removing the drain cover and pulling out accumulated hair by hand clears many bathroom clogs near the surface. A drain strainer going forward prevents the buildup from reforming. If the drain is still slow after clearing visible debris, the clog is deeper - usually hair and soap scum bonded just past the P-trap. At that point, a Roto-Rooter technician with an auger clears it faster and more completely than chemical drain cleaners.