Chemed (NYSE:CHE) is a diversified provider of essential home services and healthcare solutions in the United States. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, the company operates through two principal business segments—Roto-Rooter and Vitas Healthcare. Since its founding in 1974, Chemed has built a reputation for reliability and expertise, serving both residential and commercial customers across a broad range of markets.
The Roto-Rooter segment offers a comprehensive suite of plumbing, drain cleaning and water restoration services. Technicians are available around the clock to address emergency repairs, clogged drains, sewer line blockages and water damage mitigation. Roto-Rooter’s service network extends to more than 250 locations nationwide, with a focus on rapid response times and customer satisfaction. The segment also provides preventive maintenance programs designed to help homeowners and businesses protect their plumbing systems.
Vitas Healthcare is one of the nation’s leading providers of end-of-life care, offering hospice and palliative services to terminally ill patients and their families. With a multidisciplinary care model that includes physicians, nurses, social workers, chaplains and trained volunteers, Vitas delivers personalized clinical support, symptom management and emotional counseling. The company also provides bereavement and caregiver support programs, reflecting an emphasis on compassionate, patient-centered care across more than 20 states.
Under the leadership of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Kenneth C. Brault, Chemed has continued to expand its service capabilities and geographic reach. The company combines strong operational expertise with a commitment to quality, safety and ethical standards. By focusing on critical home services through Roto-Rooter and integrated hospice care via Vitas Healthcare, Chemed aims to address essential needs of American households and vulnerable patient populations.
