Best Sewage Backup Pros in Gallatin
#1Strong Hire
Dave's Plumbing & Rooter
5Reviewed for sewage backup
“exceptionally thorough job in unclogging house drains”
#2
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.7Reviewed for sewage backup
“Scheduled with them, cleared my schedule to be home for the scheduled time. Never showed - I called and they said we weren't on the schedule regardless of me having spoken to THAT SAME PERSON to set it up earlier in the week.”
#3Caution
Jack Ward & Sons Plumbing Company
4.4Reviewed for sewage backup
“After 4 visits to the property and ~$2600 the problem was unresolved.”
All Sewage Backup Pros in Gallatin
Dave's Plumbing & Rooter
5·71 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Exceptional emergency response: 4 of 5 reviewers specifically…
Consistently fair pricing: 2 reviewers explicitly praise…
Thorough workmanship on major jobs: Reviewer with post-icestorm…
Actual 24-hour emergency availability: Unlike 'big guys' offering…
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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.7·787 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Avoid4.7Google
Strengths
Water-heater rupture answered within one hour and tech Dragan…
Sump-pump battery backup install in Atlanta cited for thorough…
Plumber arrived very quickly on a free diagnostic and offered DIY…
Concerns
One customer reports being dropped from the schedule with no call…
Reviewer alleges a 6:30 PM appointment turned into 8:45 PM…
Drain-cleaning customer reports being charged the full amount…
Multiple reviewers describe $4,000+ water-mitigation/drywall…
Jack Ward & Sons Plumbing Company
4.4·130 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.4Google
Strengths
Weekend/holiday work documented
2-hour response on warranty-style calls
Took on a 10-year mystery leak from an upstairs bathroom that…
Concerns
Driver behavior complaint
Repeat-visit billing without resolution
Diagnostic stickiness on repeat-leak jobs
Quote-to-job handoff gap
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Hendersonville
4.9·815 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Exceptional pricing transparency—one reviewer paid under $600…
Fast emergency response—heater failure reported in morning,…
High-quality workmanship on major jobs—entire home plumbing…
Named technicians (Jay, Jason, Bryan) consistently praised for…
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Holt Plumbing Company
4.5·672 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.5Google
Strengths
Saturday/holiday water-heater replacement delivered with…
Fair-priced vanity install came in at the advertised number with…
Long-term repeat customers cite 25 years of consistent service…
Concerns
One reviewer alleges price gouging on a repipe estimate and that…
Office/scheduling staff repeatedly flagged
Receptionist behavior cited as rude or starchy on multiple Yelp…
Specialist Drains And Plumbing
5·209 reviews·
In GallatinGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Exceptional emergency response time: 3 of 5 reviewers…
Pricing consistently described as fair and below expectations: 3…
Owner-operated with hands-on communication: Ruben personally…
All 5 reviews are 5-star ratings with 209 total Google reviews at…
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Southern Brothers Plumbing, LLC
5·167 reviews·
In GallatinGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Fast emergency response: quoted within 24 hours and completed…
Clear communication throughout repair process, explaining issues…
Handles complex jobs confidently: sewer line replacement and…
All 5 reviews are 5-star ratings with repeat customer returning
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Michael Jr Plumbing
4.9·154 reviews·
In GallatinGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Emergency response speed: 3 of 5 reviewers specifically mention…
Fair pricing mentioned by 2 reviewers;
Problem resolution speed: one reviewer had water restored within…
All 5 reviews are 5-star ratings with consistent praise for…
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Scott's Plumbing Repair
5·118 reviews·
In GallatinGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Consistently meets or beats promised arrival times and schedules;
Transparent pricing with no surprise overages;
High-quality workmanship on complex jobs;
Clear communication and honest advice upfront;
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Smooth Saling Plumbing & Water Heater Replacement
5·304 reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick5.0Google
Strengths
Emergency water heater pricing
Honest no-upsell behavior
Stand-by-the-work policy
Concerns
Christmas Eve no-show on the coldest day
Pricing on time-light jobs flagged
USA Proflow Plumbing
5·25 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Only company found that came out same-day for frozen pipes after…
After-hours emergency leak callout with reasonable pricing…
themeCounts.fast_response=3 and themeCounts.professional=3 across…
Concerns
Low total review volume (25)
Sumner County Plumbing
4.9·186 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
4 of 5 reviewers praise speed and efficiency, with jobs completed…
Workmanship rated consistently high, with multiple mentions of…
One reviewer explicitly noted 'very reasonably priced' work
Concerns
Single but serious report of aggressive upselling and incorrect…
CLI PLUMBING
5·2 reviews·
In GallatinGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid5.0Google
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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 Gallatin, 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 Gallatin?
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 TN?
Standard homeowners insurance in TN 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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