Best Sewage Backup Pros in Nashville
#1Strong Hire
Prodigy Sewer & Drain
4.8Sewage Backup: 85/100
“If someone had a need for diagnosis, descaling, hydro-jetting, or pipe lining, I doubt there's anyone better to work with in Middle TN and I'm not sure other companies have the modern equipment he has”
#2Strong Hire
X-Stream Drain & Excavating
5Sewage Backup: 75/100
“He completely rebuilt the pipes in my kitchen and replaced a large section of the main drainage system in the crawl space beneath the kitchen. He did all of this at night, in 30-degree weather, and never complained once.”
#3Conditional 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”
All Sewage Backup Pros in Nashville
Prodigy Sewer & Drain
4.8·136 reviews·
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Sam Shepherd and Tanner Richards both document a 30-minute…
Sunday early-morning gas-leak response: Mark picked up after the…
Lucas Boto specifically calls out modern equipment for diagnosis,…
Concerns
One repeat customer says follow-up communication evaporated after…
Julio Costabal was quoted $950 for hydro-jetting a gutter…
X-Stream Drain & Excavating
5·71 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
6am sewer-backup call answered same morning with on-site root…
Overnight kitchen-pipe rebuild in 30-degree weather;
Diagnosed sewer issue 'others missed'
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Mr Rooter Plumbers
4.9·35 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle 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…
Mr Rooter Plumbing of Franklin
5·114 reviews·
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Drazan's team installed a whole-house water filter and worked all…
Sandro provided service the day after Christmas;
Amir fixed a second small problem in another bathroom for free…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
1-Tom-Plumber
5·790 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Same-day toilet-line unclog arrived earlier than promised at 3:15…
When a first tech misquoted, management followed up with a…
Repeat commercial customer (bar/restaurant) cites Shawn as their…
Concerns
One detailed 1-star describes two visits failing to diagnose a…
Avantel Plumber of Nashville TN
5·16 reviews·
In NashvilleGoogle 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·
In NashvilleGoogle 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
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
5·143 reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Solid pick5.0Google
Strengths
Melissa Collette called at 7am Saturday with a kitchen sink clog;
Noah handled an after-hours call at a rental property and…
Bo and Dan tag-teamed a job: Bo handled the plumbing while Dan…
Concerns
Two separate Google reviews call out pricing of $565+ for what…
Chris Clark says Bo charged $565 just to look down the main line…
Bob Becker rates 4 stars and notes $581 for 1.5 hours is 'too…
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.7·267 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
Strengths
Quick emergency response: multiple reviewers report same-day or…
Honest technicians and fair pricing when work is completed…
Professional communication on individual jobs: reviewers noted…
Concerns
Sales pressure and false insurance claim submission: salesman…
Lack of follow-up and accountability: customer repeatedly lied…
Potential vulnerability exploitation: reviewer explicitly stated…
Unmet promises on project scope and timeline: customer was…
Nashville Plumbing and Drain Services
4.5·22 reviews·
10 mi away — Serves your 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…
Drain Monkey Plumbing, LLC
4.8·26 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Strengths
All 5 reviews praise honesty and fair pricing;
Quick, clean workmanship: 2 reviews specifically mention fast…
Weekend and emergency availability: responds on short notice and…
Burst pipe experience: James has successfully handled emergency…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
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…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.7·787 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle 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·
7 mi awayGoogle 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·
7 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
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 Nashville, 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 Nashville?
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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