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Plumbing Services in Rochester, NY

Plumbing is easy to ignore when everything works. The minute it doesn’t, it takes over your whole day. At John Betlem Heating & Cooling, we keep problems small with proactive inspections, precise repairs, and upgrades that keep Rochester homes running smoothly. From routine service to emergency calls, our team is here to protect your home and give you confidence that every pipe, fixture, and drain is working the way it should.

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Whole-Home Plumbing Inspection

Small plumbing issues can quickly turn into big ones. Leaks, pressure spikes, corrosion, and hidden blockages all start small. That is why we offer full, preventative plumbing inspections.

We start where water enters your home and finish where it leaves. Along the way, we check:

  • Water source and entry points: pressure tanks, switches, pumps, municipal shutoffs, and PRVs
  • System performance: in-home water pressure tests to confirm proper ranges
  • Distribution: visible condition of supply lines and connections
  • Protection and drainage: sump pump operation and discharge routing
  • Hot water: water heater condition, age markers, and safety devices
  • Fixtures and drains: kitchen sinks, faucets, disposals; bathroom sinks, tubs, and showers; outdoor spigots and hose bibbs

A yearly inspection helps you avoid emergencies, extend equipment life, and protect your home from water damage.

Drain Services

Whether it is a slow sink or a sewer line blockage, our team clears and cleans drains the right way.

  • Clearing and cleaning for small drains in kitchens, bathrooms, tubs, and showers
  • Main sewer line clearing and condition assessment
  • Camera inspections and locating services, with video documentation
  • Lift pump troubleshooting, repair, and replacement for below-grade fixtures
  • Sewer main services from the house to the road, including recommendations for roots, bellies, or breaks
  • Whole basement repiping when aging systems or remodels require smarter layouts

Sump Pump Services

Heavy rain and thaw cycles in Rochester put sump pumps to the test. We install and service systems that keep groundwater out of your basement.

  • Sump pump replacements and new installations
  • Properly sized sump crocks for dependable operation
  • Backup sump pumps, battery- or water-powered, for protection during outages or high-volume events

Kitchen Plumbing

Your kitchen is the busiest room in the house, and the plumbing needs to keep up. Our plumbers handle:

  • Drain repairs and clog clearing
  • Fixture replacements, including faucets, sprayers, and shutoffs
  • Garbage disposal installations and replacements
  • Dishwasher installations with correct supply and drain connections
  • Under-sink reverse osmosis systems

Bathroom Plumbing

From small repairs to major updates, we keep your bathroom plumbing performing at its best.

  • Drain repairs and clearing for sinks, tubs, and showers
  • Faucet, showerhead, spout, and valve replacements
  • Toilet repair and replacement for leaks, runs, clogs, or efficiency upgrades
  • Bidet repair and replacement
  • Urinals for residential and light commercial service

Water Quality Solutions

Better water protects people, pipes, and appliances. We test and tailor solutions for Rochester homes.

  • Water quality testing for hardness, chlorine, taste, and odor
  • Water softeners to reduce scale and extend fixture life
  • Carbon filtration for cleaner taste and odor-free water
  • Reverse osmosis systems with ongoing maintenance for consistent purity

What to Expect with John Betlem

  • Expert diagnosis: we listen first, then test and verify
  • Clear options: straightforward recommendations so you choose what works best
  • Respect for your home: work areas protected and cleaned before we leave
  • Documentation: findings, photos or video when needed, and maintenance tips

Proudly Serving Rochester and Surrounding Communities

We serve homeowners throughout Rochester and the surrounding communities. If you are in Monroe County, there is a good chance you have already seen our trucks on your street.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Once a year is best. Also schedule before buying or selling a home, or after a renovation that involved plumbing work.

Yes. We service PRVs and shutoffs for municipal systems and inspect pressure tanks, switches, and in-home pumps for well systems.

Most fixtures perform best in a moderate range. If pressure is too low, we diagnose restrictions. If it is too high, we evaluate the PRV to protect appliances and fixtures.

Typically 5 to 10 years. Annual testing and a backup system give added protection during storms and outages.

Yes. Our camera inspection locates problems like roots, bellies, or breaks and verifies the line is clear after service.

Yes. We test your water, size equipment correctly, and provide ongoing maintenance to keep systems performing.

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