Sewage Backup in Hendersonville, TN
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Best Sewage Backup Pros in Hendersonville
#1Conditional Hire
Mr Rooter Plumbers
4.9Reviewed for sewage backup
“We called Mr. Rooter for a water heater leak. Sandro came out, diagnosed the issue, and replaced the heater the same day”
#2Conditional Hire
Avantel Plumber of Nashville TN
5Reviewed for sewage backup
“They came out to Hermitage and cleared it quickly without making a mess. What I liked most was how straightforward and respectful the plumber was. No unnecessary upselling.”
#3Caution
24/7 Emergency Plumber Nashville
5Reviewed for sewage backup
“In The Gulch, we had a sewage backup that needed immediate attention. 24/7 Emergency Plumber Nashville handled it quickly and professionally.”
All Sewage Backup Pros in Hendersonville
Mr Rooter Plumbers
4.9·35 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Sandro diagnosed and replaced a leaking water heater the same day…
Sewer camera inspections during home purchases
Concerns
Single 1-star: tech didn't locate the water meter, no leak…
Avantel Plumber of Nashville TN
5·16 reviews·
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick5.0Google
Strengths
Repeatedly cited for arriving quickly on after-hours emergencies…
One water-heater customer reports they repaired the unit instead…
Drain-cleaning reviewer specifically notes no upselling and a…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
24/7 Emergency Plumber Nashville
5·17 reviews·
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with care5.0Google
Strengths
3 AM dispatch documented
Sewage backup handled in The Gulch with same-day response
Leak detection caught a hidden Antioch leak before it spread
Concerns
Review pattern looks formulaic
Dave's Plumbing & Rooter
5·71 reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle 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…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Nashville Plumbing and Drain Services
4.5·22 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.5Google
Strengths
Next-morning availability on evening calls
Quick faucet and drain fixes
No-upsell pricing — 1 reviewer specifically notes straightforward…
Concerns
Possible lead-gen or call-center phone routing
Phone-routing concern: 1 reviewer reports the number redirects to…
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.7·787 reviews·
10 mi away — Serves your 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…
615 Plumbing
4.6·1.1k reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.6Google
Strengths
Repeat-customer remodel work
Same-day same-trip diagnosis from Nick
Toilet repair depth — Steven inspected adjacent fixtures to…
Concerns
24/7 promise broken on Christmas Day
Pricing dispute escalation pattern
Surprise-fees pattern: $1,300 quoted to drill a hole for a fridge…
Garbage disposal pricing dispute: ~$750 for a basic disposal swap…
Jack Ward & Sons Plumbing Company
4.4·130 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle 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
Busy Bee Plumbing, Heating, & Air Conditioning
4.9·1.5k reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.9Google
Strengths
Same-day water heater installs
Strong workmanship signal
Owner-level fixes when a competing plumber stalled on parts
Concerns
Missed gas leak diagnosis
Pricing escalation on premium installs
1 reviewer reports a 27-minute call with owner William Matheny…
Pricing complaints: $581 charged for a thermostat swap that the…
Hiller Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical
4.8·9.7k reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Avoid4.8Google
Strengths
Late-night plumbing call answered at 11:30 PM with a toilet swap…
Full house iron repipe completed without leaving a mess;
Cross-trade scheduling flexibility
Concerns
Reviewer alleges Hiller required proof (emails + calls) before…
HVAC install reportedly damaged attic door/stairs, and the…
Water-pressure plumber reportedly quoted thousands on the spot…
Multiple reviewers report jobs costing $4,000+ that they consider…
Smooth Saling Plumbing & Water Heater Replacement
5·304 reviews·
10 mi awayGoogle 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
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Hendersonville
4.9·815 reviews·
In HendersonvilleGoogle 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…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Holt Plumbing Company
4.5·672 reviews·
In HendersonvilleGoogle 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…
USA Proflow Plumbing
5·25 reviews·
In HendersonvilleGoogle 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)
Doctor Drips Plumbing - Nashville
4.9·460 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Owner Jance shows up personally
Same-day scheduling holds up for water heater emergencies
Diagnostic depth — solved a pipe odor another plumber couldn't…
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 Hendersonville, 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 Hendersonville?
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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