Best Sewage Backup Pros in Florence
#1Strong Hire
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8Sewage Backup: 70/100
“Have had other companies that had extreme difficulty snaking this kitchen drain. Matthew setup quickly, reviewed the options at hand, went over possible risks and made the rest look easy. Left the area cleaner than it was before.”
#2Conditional Hire
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8Sewage Backup: 70/100
“The sewer line was scoped and 5 support sleeves were installed. Problem fixed.”
#3Strong Hire
TJ's Plumbing Installation and Repair
4.9Reviewed for sewage backup
“We used TJ's plumbing for our sewer line repair and he does great work. Replaced the majority of our pipes in our steep hill in one day! And came back to put down grass seed.”
All Sewage Backup Pros in Florence
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·2.3k reviews·
10 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Sunday-morning bathtub backup: appointment booked and tech onsite…
Thanksgiving-eve kitchen-sink clog scheduled for next-morning…
Sewer blockage that another company couldn't fix resolved with…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·5.2k reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Same-day arrival cited when competitor could only book 5 days out…
Sewer line repair with 5 support sleeves resolved a basement…
Master plumber dispatched for a tight-space old-plumbing job…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
TJ's Plumbing Installation and Repair
4.9·118 reviews·
In FlorenceGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Sewer line repair on a steep hill completed in one day, returned…
Fixed an issue in 2 hours that another company had taken three…
Outside-faucet repair included replacing the drywall ceiling…
Concerns
Only 5 of 118 reviews analyzed
Triple Crown Plumbing
5·306 reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Gunner returned same day after an 8 AM consult and completed 2…
Found and removed the root cause of a flooding/drainage issue…
Two estimates offered (customer-supplied vs.
Concerns
themeCounts.slow_response=3 and unprofessional=1 appear in the…
Calla Plumbing
4.8·133 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Sunday-message Monday-callback then 2 techs out same Monday…
Pricing flagged as 'reasonable' or 'fair' in 4 of 5 sampled…
Decade-long customer (since 2015) cites consistent on-time,…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
24/7 Emergency Plumber Cincinnati
4.8·17 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Avoid4.8Google
Strengths
Five neighborhood-specific emergency mentions across sampled…
All 5 sampled reviews mention 24-hour/emergency plumber services…
Concerns
Sampled reviews share a template-like structure (one sentence,…
SMITHY'S PLUMBING
4.7·370 reviews·
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Avoid4.7Google
Strengths
Sewer line work in freezing weather cited in 1 review…
Same-day toilet flange + spigot repair on a 1962 home, no…
Concerns
1 of 5 reviews flags quote mismatch, 5-hour late arrival, and…
Arlinghaus Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning
4.8·6.9k reviews·
In FlorenceGoogle Verified
+2 more
Proceed with care4.8Google
Strengths
Same-day project manager dispatch cited
Workmanship and install detail praised in 4 of 5 reviews…
Concerns
1-star review reports plumber refused to diagnose by turning on…
Pricing structure called deceiving
1-Tom-Plumber
5·1.1k reviews·
In FlorenceGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Fair pricing cited in 2 of 5 sampled reviews…
Same-day visit on a clogged sink — tech wore boot covers
Hours of technical walkthrough before fix on a plaster-ceiling…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Jolly Plumbing | Drains | Heating | Air
4.8·3.7k reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Same-day response to a cracked pipe under the house
Water heater installs (including tankless) cited in 2 of 5…
Pricing described as reasonable with financing options on a…
Concerns
One reviewer mentioned slow_response theme alongside…
Plumb Tite Plumbing & Drains
4.8·620 reviews·
In FlorenceGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Water heater installs cited in 2 of 5 reviews
Tech bundled an unscheduled toilet fix into a water heater…
Communication called out specifically
Concerns
Floor protection gap during basement install
JEN Plumbing
5·31 reviews·
In FlorenceGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Sunday/weekend availability cited in 1 of 5 reviews
Affordability called out explicitly in 2 of 5 reviews…
Handles complex old-home and emergency work
Concerns
Only 5 reviews analyzed and 31 total Google reviews
Dixon Plumbing & Service
5·375 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Reported water heater leak at night, technician onsite next day…
Tech tested a hot water heater and concluded nothing needed…
Tech diagnosed kitchen-sink leak to the disposal, replaced it and…
Concerns
Only 5 of 375 reviews analyzed
A+ Plumbing
4.9·1.1k reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Main water line replacement quote was the middle of three…
Crew accommodated bathroom access during noisy drilling and…
Faucet system techs Brennan and Jeremiah explained needed fixes…
Concerns
1 of 5 analyzed reviews docked a star for a reschedule and…
Precision Plumbing & Construction
5·25 reviews·
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Same-day emergency dispatch: tech arrived within an hour of a…
Sunday-night estimate followed by Monday-morning install of water…
Cleared concrete from a bathroom in one day and left the job site…
Concerns
Only 5 of 25 reviews analyzed
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 Florence, 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 Florence?
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 KY?
Standard homeowners insurance in KY 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.
Other Services in Florence
Drain Cleaning Water Heater Repair Burst Pipe Repair Repiping Bathroom Remodel Plumbing Sewer Repair Sewer Line Replacement Toilet Repair Faucet Repair Garbage Disposal Repair Sump Pump Repair Gas Line Repair Slab Leak Repair Water Line Repair Kitchen Remodel Plumbing Hydro-Jetting 24-Hour Plumber Same-Day Plumber Affordable Plumber Licensed Plumber Plumber Cost Clogged Drain No Hot Water Water Leak Low Water Pressure Frozen Pipes All Emergency Plumbers
Sewage Backup in Nearby Cities
Are You a Plumber?
Get listed on Fast Plumber Near Me and connect with homeowners who need emergency plumbing help right now. Free basic listings available.