Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Salem, OR
Plumber · Salem, OR · Open 24 hours per Google listing
Our verdict
Dispatches technicians within 15-30 minutes and completes jobs same-day, making them a strong choice for 2am emergencies.
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Ranked #2 of 15 plumbers we've reviewed in Salem, OR · compare all →
Our opinion, based on the 5 reviews we analyzed from Google, Yelp and BBB · Analysis updated Jun 2026 · How we decide ↗
Advertises 24-hour service on its Google profile — no reviews we analyzed mention after-hours response either way.
Only 5 reviews analyzed — treat this assessment as a first impression, not a track record.
What reviewers praise
Exceptionally fast response times: 4 of 5 reviews specifically praise arrival within 15-30 minutes or same-day completion
2 cited reviews
“SOMEONE TO MY HOUSE WITHIN HALF AN HOUR”
“communicated well about the things they were having to do”
Cited in 3 of the 5 reviews we analyzed — 1 cited review not excerpted here.
Clear upfront pricing and transparent communication: 2 reviews highlight detailed cost explanations before work begins
1 cited review
“He explained everything well, did excellent work”
Quality workmanship: 3 of 5 reviews describe jobs as 'excellent,' 'amazing,' or producing results that 'look and work great'
2 cited reviews
“He explained everything well, did excellent work”
“communicated well about the things they were having to do”
Reliable follow-through on complex work: multiple reviews confirm multi-step jobs completed correctly with proper adjustments and verification
2 cited reviews
“communicated well about the things they were having to do”
“He explained everything well, did excellent work”
What reviewers report — the concerns
Other directories bury these. We think you should read them before you call. Every concern below comes from the reviews it cites.
Incomplete follow-up on warranty/callbacks: 1 review reports a lingering leak issue with delayed response on promised return visit
Cited in 1 of the 5 reviews we analyzed.
Keep it in proportion: these concerns are cited in 1 of the 5 reviews we analyzed. Most reviewers report positive experiences — see the full rating picture below.
The evidence — in reviewers' own words
Positive
“I have been without water in my kitchen for 5 days due to a broken garbage disposal. I am disabled so I couldn't "just wash your dishes in the bathtub". Someone tried to help by installing the wrong machine in the wrong way so it also broke so I couldn't get my money back. Then I noticed the Mr. Rooter magnet on my fridge and remembered that they had helped me years ago and thought I'd try it. THEY HAD SOMEONE TO MY …”
“Brett Brammer came out and handled our plumbing issue. Very quickly. He arrived within 15 minutes and was super friendly. He explained everything clearly and made sure we knew what each option would cost up front. We will definitely call him again for any future issues.”
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The rating picture
Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 866 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.
Newest review in our sample: Mar 2026.
Should you hire Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Salem, OR?
Best for
- Emergency and same-day calls
- Budget-conscious homeowners
- Water heater install/repair
- Bathroom and kitchen remodel plumbing
Hire if
- You need a plumber who actually shows up when scheduled
- You need fast same-day or after-hours response
Think twice if
- You need detailed walkthroughs and written estimates before work starts
- You need warranty-grade work on a complex or high-stakes install
Advice derived from the review analysis above — how we decide.
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