Dr. Rooter Lexington SC

Business Overview

Dr. Rooter Lexington SC is a licensed plumbing company serving the Midlands since 1999. The team handles both residential and commercial work and offers 24/7 emergency response for leaks, burst pipes, and water heater failures. Technicians are background-checked, trained, and fleet-equipped to handle jobs that range from minor repairs to whole-system replacements.

Key Services

Services are organized to help homeowners and property managers find what they need quickly.

• Fixtures & Appliances: bathtub, shower, sink, toilet, faucet, and garbage disposal installation and repair.
• Drain & Sewer: drain installation and repair, sewer installation and repair, hydro-jetting to clear stubborn blockages.
• Water Heaters & Pumps: traditional and tankless water heater installation and repair, hot water recirculation pump installation and repair.
• General Plumbing: pipe installation and repair, plumbing inspections, leak detection, and plumbing system replacements.

Areas Served

Dr. Rooter serves Lexington and the surrounding Midlands communities, including Columbia, Saint Andrews, West Columbia, Seven Oaks, Cayce, Dentsville, Irmo, Forest Acres, Oak Grove, Red Bank, Woodfield, Fingerville, Lake Murray of Richland, Batesburg Leesville, Allendale, Blythewood, Springdale, Hampton, South Congaree, Pine Ridge, Leesville, Varnville, Fairfax, Gaston, Chapin, White Knoll, Capitol View, Arthurtown, Pimlico, Riverview, Camp Croft, Cane Savannah, Olympia, Murphys Estates, Edmund, Dovesville, Gayle Mill, and Wrens GA.

Company History

Dr. Rooter began as a small, family-run business in Lexington in 1999. Over two decades the company has grown while keeping the same local focus. The shop added advanced tools like camera inspections and hydro-jetting to handle clogged sewers and aging pipes in older Midlands homes. Pricing is kept transparent and work is explained before technicians start any job.

Leadership

Owner Josh Sims is a Navy veteran and mechanical engineering graduate from USC. He served as a Search and Rescue Swimmer and Electrician’s Mate before starting Dr. Rooter. Josh combines military discipline with hands-on trade experience and runs the business with family involvement. The company is veteran and family owned and keeps ties to community organizations in Lexington and Columbia.

Specialties & Highlights

• Hydro-jetting and internal camera inspections for thorough, non-invasive diagnosis.
• Tankless and traditional water heater installation with attention to energy and space needs.
• Transparent pricing policy—no hidden fees and clear explanations before work begins.
• Emergency service available around the clock for urgent plumbing failures.

Why Locals Choose Dr. Rooter

Residents in Lexington and nearby towns rely on Dr. Rooter Lexington SC because the company combines long-term experience with practical local knowledge. Technicians know Midlands housing, from Lakeside cottages near Lake Murray to older downtown properties, and they match repairs to the local climate—hot humid summers and occasional cold snaps that affect pipes. The result is straightforward service, honest estimates, and technicians who treat homes with care.

For emergency calls or routine maintenance, Dr. Rooter Lexington SC offers scheduled appointments and rapid dispatch across the Midlands.