Get Rooter & Plumbing
Plumber · El Cajon, CA · Open 24 hours per Google listing
Our verdict
4.9★ on 297 reviews; only 5 reviews analyzed but all 5-star with workmanship=3 and communication=1 — owner Javier, plus techs Edgar, Frank, Morgan, and Andy each specifically cited for going above and beyond.
Scores are our editorial reading of published customer reviews — not a verification, license check, or guarantee.
Ranked #5 of 15 plumbers we've reviewed in El Cajon, CA · compare all →
Our opinion, based on the 5 reviews we analyzed from Google, Yelp and BBB · Analysis updated Jun 2026 · How we decide ↗
Lists 24-hour service on its Google profile — and reviewers describe after-hours calls.
Only 5 reviews analyzed — treat this assessment as a first impression, not a track record.
What reviewers praise
Workmanship cited in 3 of 5 analyzed reviews; independent contractors praised quality of Get Rooter's pipe work on a bathroom rebuild quote
2 cited reviews
“Called to resolve a leak in our shower, they came the next day and did great work. Multiple contractors who came to quote our bathroom rebuild specifically mentioned how good the work was.”
“He got our issue fixed and did a great job with installation, taking the time to explain nuances and reasons behind fixes. Highly recommend, and will be my first stop for future plumbing issues.”
Night-time responsiveness confirmed; Frank cited for handling problem 'since day one' and leaving place clean after each visit
1 cited review
“Very quick to response even at night time. Very happy with the services they provided. They work very quick and very efficient and always leave the place very clean.”
What reviewers report — the concerns
We looked for patterns of complaints in the 5reviews we analyzed and didn't find any. That's rare — but it's a reading of published reviews, not a guarantee.
The evidence — in reviewers' own words
Positive
“Excellent experience with this company, who went out of their way to make sure we were taken care of. Edgar, the plumber that came out, was awesome. He got our issue fixed and did a great job with installation, taking the time to explain nuances and reasons behind fixes. Highly recommend, and will be my first stop for future plumbing issues.”
“Absolutely amazing experience with Get Rooter & Plumbing! From start to finish, this company has been incredible to work with. They are responsive, professional, and extremely knowledgeable. The owner, Javier, along with Fernanda, Morgan, and Andy, have all been wonderful—everyone truly goes above and beyond. They fixed our water heater issue quickly and thoroughly, and we’re also having them come out to do work on …”
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The rating picture
Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 297 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.
Newest review in our sample: Mar 2026.
Should you hire Get Rooter & Plumbing?
Best for
- Emergency and same-day calls
Hire if
- You need high-quality work that holds up over time
- You need a plumber who actually shows up when scheduled
Think twice if
- You need rock-bottom prices with zero flexibility on the quote
- You need detailed walkthroughs and written estimates before work starts
Advice derived from the review analysis above — how we decide.
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