Best Sewage Backup Pros in Duluth
#1Strong Hire
Specialty Plumbing and Drain, LLC
5Sewage Backup: 90/100
“They completed a major sewer line replacement in just two days, cleaned up all debris, covered the work area with pine straw, and even repaired a broken irrigation pipe, despite it not being part of their responsibility.”
#2Strong Hire
Plumbing Roswell & Drain Service Pros
5Sewage Backup: 75/100
“installing a cleanout and replacing a portion of the sewer. The most accurate of the three was the company's estimate.”
#3Strong Hire
Zippy Plumber
4.9Sewage Backup: 75/100
“He showed up on time and scoped the entire sewer line twice, to be sure, and determined there was no blockage, break, or disconnection.”
All Sewage Backup Pros in Duluth
Specialty Plumbing and Drain, LLC
5·309 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Sewer-line replacement is the headline specialty
Saturday and weekend emergencies confirmed
Slab/water-main diagnosis avoided unnecessary work
Concerns
Surprise_fees cited 2 of 99 reviews and expensive 4
Plumbing Roswell & Drain Service Pros
5·34 reviews·
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Same-day water heater installs reported (called morning,…
Answers phones on Saturdays
Sewer cleanout/partial replacement praised for accurate estimate…
Concerns
One reviewer said pricing was 'too expensive' despite excellent…
Zippy Plumber
4.9·426 reviews·
10 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Sunday and after-hours pickup when bigger 'Emergency 24/7' shops…
Sewer-line and hydro-jetting work called out specifically
Older-home expertise — Matt 'didn't walk in and jump to the most…
Concerns
One emergency caller said they were promised a callback in '1 to…
Fuller Plumbing Services
4.9·205 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Gary diagnosed water-line leaks himself, then sent crew the next…
Pricing transparency on big jobs
Walks customers through pipe condition and root cause
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Saving Plumbing LLC
5·115 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Labor-Day weekend dispatch answered within an hour after several…
13 same-day callouts and 13 reasonable-price mentions in evidence
Camera-scoped pipes and installed an access point during a…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Rapid Response Plumbing
5·1.3k reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Catches what previous plumbers missed
Same-day dispatch on water heater failures
Beat multiple competing gas line quotes
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Plumb Works Inc.
4.9·1.8k reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.9Google
Strengths
Emergency leak handled within ~90 minutes
Sewer line replacement with driveway restoration and extended…
Gas leak vented water heater fix completed for a senior neighbor…
Concerns
Weekend emergency pricing: $550 plus $195 weekend fee for a…
Sump-pump installer pulled out mid-mitigation after Hurricane…
Rental-property visit: $900 estimate to replace items where a…
Yelp 1-star: dispatcher Tonya described as rude on a $10K+ job,…
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.9·1.2k reviews·
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Christmas Eve dispatch
Same-day basement ejector pump replacement when 2 other quotes…
Weekend sewer-line clear (65 ft to street) when 4 other plumbers…
Concerns
Yelp reviewer waited two full appointment windows then got…
Pricing opacity complaint
Yelp 1-star: booked Saturday window missed, rescheduled Sunday…
Receptionist refused to quote a basic sink/tub unclog over the…
Emergency Plumber Atlanta Kings
5·29 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Emergency calls answered in about an hour
Lonnie King named repeatedly for evening and same-day arrivals
Itemized invoices with pictures and full job descriptions
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Fix & Flow Plumbing Co.
4.9·907 reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Weekend emergency polybutylene slab leak located after a previous…
communication theme cited 14 times
Gas line evaluation called Monday morning, on-site by 10am same…
Concerns
expensive theme cited 3 times
True Plumbing
5·1.2k reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Weekend phone coverage
18 reviews highlight workmanship including old-house pipe repairs…
Hot-water heater install + cast-iron pipe removal handled with…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Swelltec Plumber Roswell
5·31 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick5.0Google
Strengths
Took a late-night kitchen-sink call and arrived faster than the…
Concealed-leak detection on a damp wall
Concerns
Several reviews are short and generic with no technician name
Sandy Springs Plumber, Sewer & Septic
5·3 reviews·
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Avoid5.0Google
Strengths
Sewer-line replacement handled smoothly with site kept organized…
Kitchen drain clogs cleared quickly on the same visit (2 reviews)
Concerns
Yelp reviewer says tech became 'angry and profane' and ripped out…
Repeat leak on a prior repair
Only 3 Google reviews, so the 5.0 rating is on a very thin sample
Two Yelp 1-star reports of jobs abandoned mid-repair
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·1.6k reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Strengths
Exceptional after-hours emergency response, with crews arriving…
Technicians arrive on-time or ahead of schedule across all…
Diagnostic clarity and preventative education—5 of 5 reviews…
Named technicians (Russell, Truc, Andranik, Narcis Ciceu)…
Concerns
Pricing fairness rated 0/100 despite 4.8 Google rating suggests…
Super Pro Plumbing
4.7·127 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Strengths
Exceptional same-day and weekend emergency response: 3 of 5…
Clear communication before work begins: 2 reviewers highlight…
Fair, transparent pricing with no surprises: 2 reviewers mention…
High workmanship quality on complex jobs: 2 reviewers describe…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
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 Duluth, 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 Duluth?
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 GA?
Standard homeowners insurance in GA 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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