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Need a plumber in the Treasure Valley? Flat price in writing before we start, a real person answers 24/7, and 4.8 stars across 2,368 Google reviews.

Free second opinion on any written quote.

4.8 · 2,368 Google reviews · Family-owned & insured
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22+Treasure Valley Cities
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A family business

Our promise to your home

When you call, you get a neighbor, not a call center or a salesman. We show up when we say we will, and we don't pack up the truck until it's done right.

The American Rooter & Drain family

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Boise plumber

Whatever's going on with your plumbing — a clog that won't clear, no hot water, a line leaking somewhere you can't see — American Rooter & Drain handles it. We're a full-service plumbing company across the Treasure Valley, and a real person answers the phone whether it's a routine repair or a middle-of-the-night emergency.

Loved by Treasure Valley neighbors

4.8 average · 2,368 Google reviews

Mason was called by my parents to service the HVAC & a broken water pipe! As always he was helpful, very professional, & came quickly! He actually came out a few weeks ago to service my HVAC & its running like a champ still! Cant say enough good things about this company and the guys that put in the work!
CSChelsey Snell
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These three young men, Mason, Kyle, and Koda were great workers and very persistent until they finished the job. I would definitely recommend them and your company!
JBJoan Bradshaw
Awesome guys. They replaced the water heater. Thx James & Reed
MSMavis Skeesuck
Mason and Dante They did excellent service and explained everything to me.
JMJim Macfarlane
Mason & Dante came up and got my AC working within just 1hr. Even though the unit was old they got it going and cooling like new.
KPkevin posada

Why usNo games. Just good work.

Local, licensed pros under Treasure Valley sinks, crawlspaces, and rooftops. Here's what that buys you.

Call (208) 366-5771

Licensed & Insured

Idaho-licensed plumbers and HVAC techs, bonded and insured on every job.

Upfront Flat Pricing

You approve the price before we start. No hourly meter, no overtime games.

Same-Day Service

Call before noon and we'll do our best to be there today.

Guaranteed Work

If a repair isn't right, we come back and fix it. Guaranteed.

Local & Family-Run

Treasure Valley born and run. Real neighbors, not a call center.

Clean & Respectful

We treat your home like ours: careful, tidy, and respectful of your time.

How it works

01

Call or Book Online

Tell us what's going on. A real person picks up. No phone tree, no call center.

02

Upfront Diagnosis

We find the problem and hand you a price in writing before any work begins.

03

Fixed Right, First Time

We finish the job and back it with our workmanship guarantee.

Boise plumber — fixed right, priced straight — American Rooter & Drain
On the job across the Treasure Valley: plumbing.

Signs it's time to call

Spot any of these? Don't wait. Early usually means cheaper.

  • Dripping faucets or a running toilet
  • Low or inconsistent water pressure
  • Water stains on walls, ceilings, or floors
  • A sudden spike in your water bill
  • No hot water or banging pipes
  • Sewer or drain smells indoors
Straight answers, fair flat-rate pricing, and we treat your home like it's our own: boots covered, mess cleaned up, job done right the first time.

The crew at American Rooter & Drain

Straight talk

No games. Just good work.

You'll know the price before we start. A flat price in writing — not an hourly meter, and not a surprise at the end.

Free second opinion on any written quote. If another shop already handed you a number, we'll look at it for free.

A neighbor, not a call center. You get a plumber who works here, not a salesman working a script.

We come back if it isn't right. Workmanship guaranteed.

How it works

1. You call and a real person answers — days, nights, weekends and holidays.

2. We send the nearest technician and they call ahead before they arrive.

3. *You get a flat price in writing before any work starts.* You decide what happens next.

Plumbing Services We Handle

  • Drain cleaning and clog removal
  • Water heater repair and installation
  • Water line repair and replacement
  • Pipe repair and replacement
  • Gas line installation
  • Water softener and filtration installation
  • Fixture repair — faucets, toilets, and sump pumps
  • Water pressure testing and adjustment

Signs a Plumbing Problem Is Bigger Than It Looks

A single slow drain is usually a local clog. Multiple slow drains at once, especially on different fixtures throughout the house, points toward a problem further down the line — often in the main sewer line rather than any one fixture. Similarly, one dripping faucet is a simple repair, but a sudden system-wide pressure drop suggests something upstream of the fixtures entirely, whether that's a supply line issue or a problem at the meter. Knowing the difference helps set expectations before a technician even arrives: a local fix versus a diagnostic visit to find the real source.

Common Plumbing Problems We See

  • Overflowing or running toilets
  • Dripping or leaking faucets
  • Burst or leaking pipes
  • Sewer line backups
  • Slow or clogged drains that don't clear with a plunger
  • Malfunctioning sump pumps
  • Sudden loss of water pressure

When It's a Plumbing Emergency

Some plumbing problems can wait for a scheduled appointment; others can't. Call immediately for a burst or actively leaking pipe, a complete loss of water pressure, a sewage backup or odor, an overflowing toilet you can't stop, or visible water damage on a wall or ceiling. Left alone, any of these turn a same-day fix into a much bigger repair — and usually a more expensive one.

Preventing Plumbing Emergencies

Most emergency calls trace back to something that could've been caught earlier. Routine drain cleaning keeps buildup from turning into a full clog. Being mindful of what goes down a drain or disposal — no grease, no large food scraps, no wipes flushed as "flushable" — prevents a lot of the clogs we get called out for. Periodic inspection of older water heaters and supply lines catches corrosion and small leaks before they become a flooded utility closet.

What to Expect from a Plumbing Repair or Installation

A plumber starts with an assessment of the actual problem, not a guess based on the symptom you called in with. That means inspecting the affected area, identifying the real cause, and walking you through the fix and the cost before any work starts. For installations, like a new water heater or water softener, that includes a look at your household's actual usage so you're not sized into equipment that's too big or too small for what you need.

Choosing a Plumber

Licensing and insurance are the baseline, not a bonus — a licensed plumber has demonstrated the required knowledge to local regulators, and insurance protects your home if something goes wrong during the work. Beyond that, ask how a plumber handles pricing before work starts, whether they stand behind the repair with a warranty, and whether they're available outside normal business hours if something breaks late at night. A plumber who's upfront about all three, before you've hired them, is usually the plumber worth hiring.

Residential and Commercial Plumbing

Homeowners and business owners run into different plumbing problems. Residential calls are more often drain clogs, water heater issues, and fixture repairs. Commercial properties add grease trap maintenance, larger-diameter drain and sewer lines, and code requirements tied to occupancy and use that a residential job never touches. We work both, and a commercial call gets scheduled and staffed differently than a same-day residential repair because the systems and the stakes are different.

Before the Plumber Arrives

If you're dealing with an active leak, knowing where your main shutoff valve is and turning it off first limits the damage while you wait. Clearing the area around the affected fixture or pipe — moving anything stored underneath a sink, or furniture near a wall leak — gives the plumber room to work without losing time to setup. If it's a scheduled repair rather than an emergency, having a rough sense of when the problem started and whether anything changed beforehand (a DIY fix, new appliance, recent freeze) helps the plumber get to the actual cause faster.

Water Heaters, Water Lines, and Bigger Jobs

Not every plumbing call is a quick repair. Water heater replacement, water line repair, and water softener installation are bigger jobs with their own considerations around sizing, permitting, and long-term reliability — we cover those in more depth on their own pages, linked from our water heater and water line repair services. If you're not sure whether what you're dealing with is a routine fix or a bigger job, call and describe the symptom; we'll tell you which it is before we ever schedule a truck.

Treasure Valley Plumbing Service

We serve Caldwell, Boise, Meridian, Nampa, and more than 22 cities and towns across the Treasure Valley from our shop on Commercial Way in Caldwell.

Call (208) 366-5771 and a real person answers — no phone tree, no call center. Family-owned, veteran-owned, and Treasure Valley-based since day one. Same-day service when you call early, and emergency appointments when it can't wait.

Honest Pricing: What a Plumbing Repair Actually Costs

Most plumbing companies won't put pricing anywhere near their website, which is exactly why people dread the call. Here's how ours works instead.

Your technician diagnoses the problem on site and hands you a flat price in writing before any work begins — not an hourly rate that climbs while you watch, and not an estimate that grows once the wall is open. If the job turns out to be bigger than it looked, you get new options and new pricing before anyone keeps working.

If you've already got a written quote from someone else, bring it. We'll give you a second opinion at no charge. Sometimes we tell people the other quote was fair. That's fine — you still know where you stand.

Frequently asked questions

When should I call for emergency plumbing services?

Call right away for sudden water leaks, a complete loss of water pressure, significant clogs that stop drainage entirely, sewage odors, an overflowing toilet, or visible water damage on walls or ceilings. Waiting on any of these usually turns a same-day fix into a much bigger repair.

Is a leaking water heater a plumbing emergency?

Yes. A leaking water heater can flood the surrounding area quickly and, on a gas unit, may also signal a bigger problem with the tank or connections. Shut off the water supply to the unit if you can safely reach the valve, and call for same-day service rather than waiting to see if it gets worse.

How fast can an emergency plumber get to my home?

We offer same-day service when you call before things get worse, and emergency appointments when it can't wait, across all 22+ Treasure Valley cities and towns we serve. Time of day, drive distance, and how the schedule is running that day all affect exactly how fast, but a real person answers the phone and gets a technician moving.

What are the signs I need drain cleaning instead of a repair?

Slow draining sinks, frequent clogs, and unpleasant odors coming from drains are all signs that a drain needs professional cleaning rather than a one-off repair. Left alone, these usually turn into a full backup instead of resolving on their own.

Should I use a store-bought chemical drain cleaner instead of calling a plumber?

We'd recommend against it. Chemical drain cleaners can be hazardous to handle and can damage pipes, especially older galvanized or PVC lines, over repeated use. Professional drain cleaning clears the line safely and lets a plumber spot the actual cause of the clog instead of just masking it.

Straight answersBefore you call

QWhen should I call for emergency plumbing services?

Call right away for sudden water leaks, a complete loss of water pressure, significant clogs that stop drainage entirely, sewage odors, an overflowing toilet, or visible water damage on walls or ceilings. Waiting on any of these usually turns a same-day fix into a much bigger repair.

QIs a leaking water heater a plumbing emergency?

Yes. A leaking water heater can flood the surrounding area quickly and, on a gas unit, may also signal a bigger problem with the tank or connections. Shut off the water supply to the unit if you can safely reach the valve, and call for same-day service rather than waiting to see if it gets worse.

QHow fast can an emergency plumber get to my home?

We offer same-day service when you call before things get worse, and emergency appointments when it can't wait, across all 22+ Treasure Valley cities and towns we serve. Time of day, drive distance, and how the schedule is running that day all affect exactly how fast, but a real person answers the phone and gets a technician moving.

QWhat are the signs I need drain cleaning instead of a repair?

Slow draining sinks, frequent clogs, and unpleasant odors coming from drains are all signs that a drain needs professional cleaning rather than a one-off repair. Left alone, these usually turn into a full backup instead of resolving on their own.

QShould I use a store-bought chemical drain cleaner instead of calling a plumber?

We'd recommend against it. Chemical drain cleaners can be hazardous to handle and can damage pipes, especially older galvanized or PVC lines, over repeated use. Professional drain cleaning clears the line safely and lets a plumber spot the actual cause of the clog instead of just masking it.

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Need Boise plumber? Let's get it handled today.

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(208) 366-5771