Sewage Backup in Allentown, PA
Sewage backing up? This is a health hazard — act now.
Lehigh County15 plumbers available
Best Sewage Backup Pros in Allentown
#1Conditional Hire
Roto-Rooter
4.9Sewage Backup: 70/100
“Carlos my technician came pretty much an hour after I called which is super fast.”
#2Strong Hire
Plumbing Pros
4.9Reviewed for sewage backup
“he got my water back the same day and explained everything that had to be done and how my water heater needed to be replaced due to it was old”
#3Conditional Hire
Mastery Plumbing
4.8Reviewed for sewage backup
“They left a wire lead in a water bottle to stop a low battery acid alarm going off, not to manufacturer instructions.”
All Sewage Backup Pros in Allentown
Roto-Rooter
4.9·1.2k reviews·
In AllentownGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
After-hours dispatch returned a Sunday call within 20 minutes and…
Tech Carlos arrived about an hour after the initial call and…
Drain Specialist Kevin combined professional work with a…
Concerns
Scheduling miscommunication
Plumbing Pros
4.9·609 reviews·
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Tech Landon arrived within an hour of the initial call and found…
Same-day Saturday afternoon response on a sewer backup after a…
Restored water service the same day during freezing temperatures…
Concerns
Pricing runs on the higher side
Mastery Plumbing
4.8·178 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Owner Dan came to a Sunday emergency within 3 hours and installed…
Cleared a blocked main sewer line within 2 hours of the initial…
When a customer couldn't afford the emergency rate, scheduled…
Concerns
One customer charged $800+ for a sink clog that re-clogged 10…
Premium-tier upsell pattern
One $7,800 estimate to redo 40ft of pvc was reportedly $4,000…
Marshall's Plumbing & Mechanical
5·258 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Emergency responsiveness: 3 of 5 reviewers specifically praise…
Transparent pricing and upfront communication: 2 of 5 reviewers…
Reliable follow-up and scheduling: 2 of 5 reviewers mention…
Technical expertise: 2 of 5 reviewers highlight knowledgeable…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses—all 5 reviews are 5-star…
Master Plumbing Services LLC
5·183 reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Same-day or next-day emergency response: 4 of 5 reviews mention…
Detailed explanations of work: All 5 reviews mention Jesse…
Fair and transparent pricing: 2 reviews explicitly praise fair…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Drain Surgeons Plumbing
4.8·84 reviews·
In AllentownGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
No extra charge for after-hours service, with super-quick…
Replaced a 10-year-old water heater within 48 hours with what the…
Avoided pipe cutting on a job where other plumbers wanted to cut…
Concerns
Documentation dispute on prior work
Schuler Service, Inc.
4.9·3.6k reviews·
In AllentownGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Technicians (Chuck, Jason) walk through diagnosis and present…
Sump pump and water-pressure jobs completed quickly once on-site,…
Repeat customers (3+ years) cite consistent workmanship and clean…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Maitz Home Services
4.7·3.1k reviews·
In AllentownGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.7Google
Strengths
Same-day water heater installs documented (Lyle) and emergency…
Burst-pipe and crawlspace repairs quoted before work begins, no…
Diagnostic thoroughness called out on well pump and water heater…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Edwin Stipe, Inc
4.9·817 reviews·
In AllentownGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid4.9Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Agentis Plumbing
4.8·1.0k reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid4.8Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Tommy Malozi Jr Sewer, Drain, and Plumbing
5·97 reviews·
In AllentownGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid5.0Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Lehigh Valley Plumbing Experts
4.7·66 reviews·
In AllentownGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid4.7Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Ace Hardware Home Services
4.9·1.8k reviews·
In AllentownGoogle Verified
+3 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Annual service techs perform thorough work including exhaust…
Returned at no charge a week after a no-fault initial visit and…
Same-day diagnostic and repair on HVAC issues where competitors…
Concerns
Upsell pattern flagged on Yelp
Deluxe Plumbing & Heating
4.7·505 reviews·
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid4.7Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Elek Plumbing
4.9·1.1k reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid4.9Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
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 Allentown, 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 Allentown?
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 PA?
Standard homeowners insurance in PA 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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