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Sewage Backup in Tampa, FL

Sewage backing up? This is a health hazard — act now.

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Best Sewage Backup Pros in Tampa

#1Strong Hire

Premier Rooter Plumbing and Drain Services

5Sewage Backup: 70/100

Another plumbing company came the first 2 days and couldn't get the issue resolved. Turns out it was all the way on the city side but Felix and company figured out the issue and were relentless in resolving the clog for the time being.

#2Caution

Olin Plumbing Inc.

4.9Reviewed for sewage backup

Olin Plumbing replaced it for us at no charge as it w

#3Conditional Hire

All Hours Plumber

4.9Reviewed for sewage backup

Total re-piping was required due to water line break below concrete pad. Mitchell was fantastic, made the job a priority and at a fair price. Cleaned up each day and got the job done on time.

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Premier Rooter Plumbing and Drain Services

5·432 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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5.0Google
432
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Strengths
New Year's Day no-hot-water call answered before noon, new water…
Whole-house clog that a previous plumbing company couldn't fix in…
Sewer-lateral replacement house-to-septic + new toilet install in…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Olin Plumbing Inc.

4.9·1.2k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In TampaGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
1.2k
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Strengths
Warranty replacement of defective water-heater burner at no…
Same-day arrivals and on-time/early visits cited across drain and…
Tech recommended customer self-repair on a commercial urinal job,…
Concerns
Pattern of pricing complaints across multiple 1-star reviews…
Three separate 1-star reviewers call out high pricing for short…
Dispatcher refused to send tech back after a missed-visit dispute…

All Hours Plumber

4.9·403 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In TampaGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
403
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Strengths
Same-day and after-hours dispatch noted in reviews including a…
Re-piping and water-line work singled out for on-time completion…
Concerns
Two separate customers report charges exceeding $500 for short,…

Brandon Plumbing

4.3·239 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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4.3Google
239
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Strengths
Fast response cited in 22 of 90 reviews
Weekend and holiday availability
Pricing discussed before dispatch
Concerns
BBB rating F despite 4.3 Google rating
'Scam alert' and 'Fraud KingPin' language in a 1-star review
$400 charge for a single shower cartridge replacement flagged as…
Drain unclog work flagged as 'still clogged' after the bill

The Drain Team

5·94 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
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5.0Google
94
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Strengths
Within-hour and same-day arrivals across drain, faucet, and…
Dispatcher Lydia called back to verify a $$ jetting request…
Weekend emergency water-leak resolved promptly on a Saturday…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.9·1.4k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
1.4k
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24/7
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Strengths
Same-day arrival within an hour on a clogged-drain call with a…
Saturday-night/Sunday-morning emergency handled with patience by…
Tech Raif named by multiple returning customers across separate…
Concerns
Pattern of quote-then-negotiate behavior on small jobs: $619…
Tech quoted 'thousands' for a single-pipe fix citing OSHA…
One 1-star review reports a full day of delay calls/texts then…

Redi-Rooter Plumbing Sewer & Drain Cleaning Service Inc

4.7·12 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
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4.7Google
12
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Strengths
Quoted sewer snake price over the phone when other plumbers…
40+ years of repeat business cited — reliable for emergencies
Next-morning response after a 4pm call
Concerns
1 of 5 reviews details a misdiagnosis and a second-diagnosis-fee…
One 1-star review (May 2023) reports a $1,000 misdiagnosis:…

Home Team Plumbing, Inc

4.7·305 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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305
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24/7
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Strengths
Exceptional emergency responsiveness—came out immediately for…
High-quality workmanship across multiple service types (drain…
Strong customer rapport and attentiveness—reviewers specifically…
Concerns
1 of 5 reviews flags billing opacity and potential overcharging;
Pricing transparency issue—receipt provided no itemization of…
Pricing competitiveness questionable—one reviewer explicitly…

Local Plumber of South Tampa

5·65 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
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5.0Google
65
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24/7
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Strengths
Owner Joe drove a 'significant distance' on his Saturday day off…
Stand-behind-work policy
Came out during hurricane-aftermath flooding in heavy rain
Concerns
Only 65 Google reviews

Chris's Plumbing Service

4.2·461 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
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4.2Google
461
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Strengths
Final cost came in $175 below the pre-quote on a Saturday toilet…
Tech reseated toilets to rule out a smoke test before billing for…
Same-day Saturday callout for two clogged toilets
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

The Clean Plumbers - Tampa

4.8·952 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
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4.8Google
952
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24/7
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Strengths
Cleanup repeatedly singled out, including post-repipe holes…
Whole-house repipe scoped with comprehensive quote, executed…
Weekend job done without weekend fees noted by a returning…
Concerns
One detailed 3-star review reports a recommended grout-and-shim…

Ace Plumbers Brandon

5·30 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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5.0Google
30
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Strengths
Arrived 30 minutes early on a pipe repair
Workmanship called out on shower-head/piping install
Quick water-heater replacement after overnight leak
Concerns
Review pattern looks formulaic
Only 30 Google reviews

Drainworks Plumbing and Gas

5·252 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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5.0Google
252
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Strengths
Owner-operator Travis named by repeat customers including a…
Gas-line work singled out across hot-water-heater and…
Burst-pipe emergency walked through by phone before tech arrived…
Concerns
One 4-star reviewer reports above-market project-based pricing…

Florida Plumbers

5·94 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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5.0Google
94
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Strengths
Final price matched the upfront quote exactly with no upsells on…
Same-day scheduling for a leaky pipe at a 'very reasonable' cost
Main-line root removal completed with sod replaced and post-job…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Clearwater

4.6·334 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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334
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Strengths
All 5 reviewers praise professionalism, courtesy, and respectful…
4 of 5 reviewers explicitly mention same-day service and fast…
Technicians stay until job is fully resolved;
Clear communication and explanation of complex issues;
Concerns
Limited weekend/after-hours availability reported;
Uses automated chatbot (Annie) that misrepresents itself as human…
Not enough data to identify consistent pricing complaints, though…

Common Sewage Backup Scenarios

Stop Using All Water

Every flush and drain use adds to the backup. Stop all water usage in the house immediately until the blockage is cleared.

Avoid Contact

Raw sewage contains bacteria, viruses, and parasites. Don't wade through it or touch it without protective gear. Keep children and pets away.

Ventilate the Area

Open windows and doors near the affected area. Sewage gases (methane, hydrogen sulfide) are hazardous in enclosed spaces.

Call a Plumber Immediately

Sewage backup is a true emergency. Most emergency plumbers can respond within 30-60 minutes. Do NOT attempt to clear a main sewer line yourself.

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes sewage to back up?
Common causes: main sewer line clog (tree roots, grease, debris), collapsed or bellied sewer pipe, city sewer main backup, or heavy rainfall overwhelming combined sewer systems. In Tampa, tree root intrusion is one of the most common causes.
Is sewage backup dangerous?
Yes — raw sewage is a serious health hazard containing bacteria (E. coli, salmonella), viruses, and parasites. Do not touch sewage without protective gear. After cleanup, the area needs professional sanitization to prevent illness and mold.
How much does sewage backup repair cost in Tampa?
Emergency sewer line clearing: $200-$800. If the backup revealed a broken or collapsed sewer line, repair costs $1,500-$10,000+ depending on the method and extent. Professional cleanup and sanitization adds $1,000-$5,000 for significant backups.
Does insurance cover sewage backup in FL?
Standard homeowners insurance in FL typically does NOT cover sewer backup damage. You need a separate sewer backup endorsement ($40-$100/year). If you don't have it, you'll pay for cleanup and repair out of pocket. Check your policy now — before the next incident.

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