A-1 Rapid Rooter
Company Overview
With 38 years of hands-on plumbing expertise, I handle every aspect of the trade.
Fully licensed and local, I deliver expert drain services, sewer camera inspections, and rapid water extraction.
Whether it’s septic disconnections, water heater servicing, or garbage disposal replacements, I handle it all.
From pipe installations to leaky faucet repairs, my work meets the highest standards.
I fell in love with plumbing early, learning from my grandfather’s boiler repairs in the city.
After vocational school, I cut my teeth remodeling kitchens and bathrooms.
From federal projects to explosion-proof buildings, I’ve tackled it all.
Relocating to CA, I founded A-1 Rapid Rooter to serve the East Bay’s plumbing needs.
As owner, I guarantee professional, code-adherent plumbing with fair pricing.
I won’t compromise safety or legality, even if it costs me a complaint.
Fully bonded, insured, and committed to resolving any issue promptly.
To those spreading falsehoods: integrity isn’t negotiable. Thanks for trusting A-1 Rapid Rooter.
Business Services
- Bathtub installation
- Bathtub repair
- Drain installation
- Drain repair
- Faucet installation
- Faucet repair
- Garbage disposal repair
- Gas line installation
- Gas line repair
- Hot water recirculation pump installation
- Hot water recirculation pump repair
- Plumbing inspection
- Plumbing installation or replacement
- Plumbing repair
- Sewer installation
- Sewer repair
- Shower installation
- Shower repair
- Sink repair
- Toilet installation
- Toilet repair
- Water heater installation
- Water heater repair
- Water pipe installation
- Water pipe repair
Business Location & Hours
Mon: | 12:00 AM - 11:45 PM |
Tue: | 12:00 AM - 11:45 PM |
Wed: | 12:00 AM - 11:45 PM |
Thu: | 12:00 AM - 11:45 PM |
Fri: | 12:00 AM - 11:45 PM |
Sat: | 12:00 AM - 11:45 PM |
Sun: | 12:00 AM - 11:45 PM |
Recommended Customer Reviews

Fast responsive! Had a leakage 9pm last night in the kitchen and almost bedtime, Sheldon does a great job. though was going take a long time, he got it done sooner than I thought. Definitely would contact for next plumbing issue.

Sheldon at A1 Rapid Rooter is Awesome!
Over the last 20 years, Sheldon has come to our rescue several times...fixing sewer issues from overgrown tree roots, installing gas pipe for our pool, installing American made toilets that work great!, along with an AOS gas water heater, and recently an electric water heater now that we have Solar.
Sheldon gets the job done at reasonable costs.. and at all hours...
We highly recommend Sheldon at A1 Rapid Rooter ;)

Sheldon replaced our water heater 6 years ago and was very quick and efficient. Recently, the pilot light went out and we couldn't get it back on. Even though he had another very important appointment that day, he quickly came by and fully serviced our water heater and got the pilot lighted relite.

I called A-1 Rapid Rooter six years ago for a leak in the bathroom and have used them ever since. Sheldon has replaced the water heater, disposable, fixed bathroom plumbing in the walls and under kitchen sink. Sheldon
knows his stuff. He takes care in what he is working on making sure he leaves with the situation completely fixed and if possible in better condition. He does not hesitate to go out of his way to point out and fix a problem he sees. His prices are reasonable based on quotes I've gotten. As the saying goes you get what you pay for and with A-1 you get a very knowledgable, skilled, friendly and trustworthy guy. I will continue to call him and highly recommend his services.

I had a late night disaster with my lavatory completely backing up. I called Sheldon and he arrived at my home within the hour. He was able to determine what the problem was and he promptly and expertly unblocked my lavatory. He was extremely courteous and professional. He was able to remedy my problem quite quickly. I highly recommend Sheldon!

Sheldon did some work for us a few years back, called him for a blocked drain in the tub. First time he didn't show, at all. Called him again, and he had excuses, but I just need the work done. He shows up VERY LATE, makes the problem even worse, then Never shows up the next day. Last text from him said he was 5 minutes away, with all the parts to fix it. But never showed up. He acts like he's on drugs. Don't hire this guy. Minus 5 STARS !!!!!!

My job just moved into downtown Martinez and our only restroom was having difficulties flushing and the main sewer line was backing up. Decided to get on Yelp to look for plumbers in the area. Called A1 Rapid Rooter and spoke with Sheldon. Gave us noticed that he will be right down in an hour. As soon as Sheldon arrived he went straight to work. The problem, toilet flooded - our buildings sewer line was backed up - Sewer line from our building to the street was backed up as well. Sure enough, Sheldon was very prompt in working and was able to fix the problem. Great guy and does honest work! Thanks again!

We had a mainline plumbing clog on Saturday which backed up sewage into the house. Not something you want to leave for another day. The first plumber who arrived at 5 was unable to fix problem and several others called were too busy..Finally I started calling random phone numbers from the phone book until I called Sheldon Slad from A-1 Rapid Rooter. He arrived at 11:30 PM and worked without stopping until 4:30 AM and the plumbing was restored. We have had this same plumbing problem repeatedly for many years as we live in a 70 year old house.
Sheldon was the first plumber in at least 20 years that looked in the basement and under the house to assess the problem. Doing this he found that not only was the plumbing clogged but we has leaks under the house as well which he immediately went to work to correct.
Sheldon quoted me a price at the beginning of the work and stuck to that price despite the fact that the job took longer and was more difficult than he anticipated.Our plumbing was restored to a functional state and we plan to work with Sheldon in the future to permanently correct our long standing problem.
It is rare these days to meet someone with such a committed work ethic as well as the skill to resolve a difficult problem. Be advised however, that Sheldon is someone
who is forthright and honest in his appraisals and expects to be treated with courtesy and the compensation that his skill level deserves. If you want to hire someone based on the lowest cost rather than ability look elsewhere. That said however, I felt his prices were fair and were in line with or better than other plumbers in this area.

Sheldon came out twice to solve an ongoing problem. He patiently diagnosed the problem and will fix it when we are ready to do the work. I learned more about plumbing today from Sheldon than I've ever known before!

For the past three years Sheldon has been our go-to guy for plumbing and sewage problems. Despite his busy schedule he's always found time to come to our rescue. I highly recommend him to anyone who wants a reasonably-priced hard-working professional who's not afraid to get his hands dirty.