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Best Rooter Service in the Kansas City Area

Clearing clogged drains is never on your daily to-do list. When clogs do happen, you need rooter service fast. Your search for a “rooter service near me” will turn up multiple rooter companies, but knowing which one to choose can be difficult.

At Morton Man, we have been servicing plumbing problems and drainage issues for over 50 years. Morton Man is the home of the $25 service call—we have what it takes to get the job done right the first time. Call us at 816-254-5671 to clear up the most troublesome clogs and wastewater back-ups.

What Is Rooter Service?

Rooter service refers to any action that clears clogged drains and repairs damaged pipes that affect drainage from your home. Among the most common causes of clogs in sewage or drainage pipes are tree roots. When a tree root grows into a line, the outcome is a messy, problematic clog.

When a tree root stops the free flow of waste and water from your home, other things get stuck in the pipe on the way out. If enough matter gets stuck, the waste and wastewater may back up into your bathroom, kitchen, and laundry room because it has nowhere else to go.

When you call us for service, our Morton Man plumber will inspect your plumbing fixture for problems. We will also test the fixtures to note any working issues. Finally, we will examine the pipes and sewer lines for clogs and obstructions.

What Are Common Signs of Drainage and Plumbing Problems?

Some common signs that you need rooter service are:

Toilets that don’t flush thoroughly or back up when flushed

Smells and odors near the sink, toilet, and outside the house

Gurgling sounds from the washing machine when it drains

Multiple drains that are slow to drain or backed up

Clogged drains won’t clear themselves. In fact, they will only get worse over time. Call for rooter service before you have a more costly disaster in your home.

  • How Does the Rooter Service Determine the Problem?

    When you call for rooter service, our plumber arrives quickly to determine the drainage problem. There are several ways we will assess your clog. 


    Our plumbers will look carefully at your faucets and drains to make sure they are in good working order. They will also need to look at the pipes under your house or wherever they are located. Many times, we are looking for leaks or evidence of leaks such as rust or corrosion.


    Our rooter service plumbers will need to use a camera that travels into the pipes to allow them to see the clog. These high-tech cameras show the insides of the pipes for a better assessment of where and what type of clog you have. The type of clog determines the repair. 

  • What’s Involved in a Rooter repair?

    Once our rooter repair plumber diagnoses the problem, we will choose one or more of the following actions to get your sinks and other drains back to emptying quickly:


    • When possible, we will use a snake to remove the clog. This snake is a long and flexible metal rod that extends far into the drain to dislodge the clogged pipe.
    • If the pipe has a crack or tree roots have grown into the pipe, our plumber will dig up the affected portion and replace it with a clean seal.
    • In the unlikely event that your line has collapsed, our plumber will have to dig up the pipe and replace the entire pipe for excellent drainage again.

Rooter Service Cost

As with any service, the cost of rooter repair varies according to the type of fix you need to get the drains back in working order. Rooter service is effective at solving your drainage issue.

The average cost to assess your clogged drain is around $200. Many rooter services charge a flat fee for the service call and an additional fee to snake the drain and clear the clog.

If you need to have a sewage line unblocked, the average cost is approximately $300 to $800. The cost will be more if a portion of the pipe must be replaced.

When you need to have a section of pipe replaced due to a tree root, the cost averages between $200 and $500, depending on the severity and the amount of pipe affected.

Finding a Rooter Service Near Me

In your search for a reliable rooter company that provides fast, effective service, Morton Man is your go-to in Kansas City. We will inspect your plumbing system for the drainage problem and recommend a solution to fix your drain and get you back to normal fast.

At Morton Man, estimates are free and our flat fee of $25 for a service call is the best in the industry. Call us today at 816-254-5671 for the most efficient, fastest rooter service in the Kansas City area.