Virginia/Gainesville/Sewage Backup

Sewage Backup in Gainesville, VA

Sewage backing up? This is a health hazard — act now.

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Best Sewage Backup Pros in Gainesville

#1Caution

Liberty Plumbing

4.4Sewage Backup: 70/100

Liberty and their professional techs identified the location of the clog (a piece of PVC) and came up with a plan to remove and replace it.

#2Conditional Hire

Hicks Plumbing Services

4.8Reviewed for sewage backup

worked late after dark and came back again multiple times to ensure things were handled properly

#3Strong Hire

2020 Drain Clean & Plumbing

4.9Reviewed for sewage backup

But what truly impressed me was their skillful ability to re-pipe my entire house at an incredible price. Lee and Abdul's expertise and skill were evident throughout the process.

All Sewage Backup Pros in Gainesville

Liberty Plumbing

4.4·36 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with careProceed with care
4.4Google
36
Google reviews
24/7
Always open
Strengths
Saturday-night dispatch confirmed
Sewer-line work flagged in themeCounts: identified a piece of PVC…
Garry under-billed an estimate by $100 on a shower…
Concerns
Sunday emergency sump-pump replacement billed $696 ($104…
Walls and ceilings still leaking after two service visits…
Parts-ordering delays cited: one tub-faucet job took multiple…

Hicks Plumbing Services

4.8·348 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Solid pickSolid pick
4.8Google
348
Google reviews
24/7
Always open
Strengths
Reviewer specifically noted Hicks was the only firm to send a…
Easter Sunday and holiday dispatch documented with on-call…
15-year repeat customer relationships cited;
Tony declined to charge a customer for a 15-minute educational…
Concerns
One reviewer noted prices ran 'a bit higher than expected' though…

2020 Drain Clean & Plumbing

4.9·377 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pickTop pick
4.9Google
377
Google reviews
Strengths
Re-piped an entire house at 'an incredible price' after stopping…
Le cleared a bath sink clog two previous plumbers couldn't, then…
Tankless water heater diagnosed and replaced quickly at a…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Baumbach Plumbing & Remodeling services llc

4.9·117 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pickTop pick
4.9Google
117
Google reviews
24/7
Always open
Strengths
After-hours dispatch repeatedly cited
Owner walked a customer through shutting off the water line by…
Diagnostic honesty flagged
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Dulles Plumbing, Heating and Air

4.8·43 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Solid pickSolid pick
4.8Google
43
Google reviews
Strengths
Same-day water main repair documented on day-one move-in…
Multi-option quotes on no-heat HVAC calls instead of…
Sewer line grading specialty with detailed diagnostic plans where…
Concerns
Promised quote on whole-house re-pipe was never sent;

Mint Plumbing LLC

4.9·71 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pickTop pick
4.9Google
71
Google reviews
Strengths
Diagnosed and fixed a Navien combi boiler that 5 prior plumbers…
Showed up immediately on two separate emergency calls
Warranties work for a year and returned to fix a small water…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

John R Plumbing LLC – Emergency Plumbing, Water Heater & Drain Service

4.9·197 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pickTop pick
4.9Google
197
Google reviews
Strengths
Multiple reviewers describe John responding within an hour to…
Tankless water heater conversions mentioned by 3+ reviewers with…
Repeat customers — 4+ reviewers mention using him 'multiple…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

OTECH Plumbing & HVAC

5·13 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
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5.0Google
13
Google reviews
Strengths
Weekend/after-hours dispatch documented
Property-manager retention
Diagnostic correction documented
Concerns
themeCounts.poor_workmanship=2 and slow_response=4 of 69 reviews

PlumberBee

5·97 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Top pickTop pick
5.0Google
97
Google reviews
Strengths
Faucet and fixture work cited in 21 of 99 reviews
Multi-task visits — one reviewer had faucet, garbage disposal,…
Heat-pump water heater install followed up by call-back two…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Service Specialties Inc.

4.9·2.0k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
AvoidAvoid
4.9Google
2.0k
Google reviews
Strengths
Long-tenured maintenance relationships
Emergency call-out for hot water + drain backup
Concerns
Safety-of-install complaint: reviewer found 'finger-tight GAS…
Repeated rework cycle reported on heat-pump A/C
Upsell pressure: tech pushed an $1,800 UV light filter during…
Pricing complaints flagged in themeCounts.expensive=6

Sirone Plumbing Services

4.9·107 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pickTop pick
4.9Google
107
Google reviews
24/7
Always open
Strengths
Resolved a month-long sewage smell by locating an incorrectly…
Replaced water heater coils next day in a tight maneuver and…
Quote outlined clearly with 'no upselling, no surprises' on a…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Michael & Son Services

4.9·1.7k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Solid pickSolid pick
4.9Google
1.7k
Google reviews
24/7
Always open
Strengths
Same-day or near-immediate dispatch on emergencies (deep-freeze…
Techs walk customers through options and findings before working
Handles cross-trade jobs (plumbing + HVAC + electrical) under one…
Concerns
First tech occasionally can't resolve issue, requiring a second…

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

5·239 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Proceed with careProceed with care
5.0Google
239
Google reviews
24/7
Always open
Strengths
Single tech (Jaime Moreno) named in 20+ of the most recent…
On-time arrivals with 40-minute heads-up calls reported
Water heater, repipe specialties scored 89 and 88 respectively
Concerns
Severe cross-platform discrepancy: Google 5.0 vs Yelp 2.6…
Quality apparently hinges on one named tech (Jaime)
Yelp rating sits at 2.6 (14 reviews) versus Google 5.0 (239)
Multiple reviewers explicitly note 'prices kind of high' even…

Cardinal Plumbing Heating & Air Inc

4.9·3.0k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Proceed with careProceed with care
4.9Google
3.0k
Google reviews
24/7
Always open
Strengths
Repipe specialty score (90) and main sewer line replacement work…
Repeat customers mention specific techs by name (Kyle Roth,…
BBB A+ accredited, 12 years in business
Concerns
Emergency specialty score (27) is unusually low
Same-day cancellations on confirmed appointments cited in 1+…
One Yelp review reports a same-day cancellation at 12:48 PM after…
A reviewer alleges Cardinal deletes negative reviews

Cardinal Plumbing Heating & Air Inc

4.9·785 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
AvoidAvoid
4.9Google
785
Google reviews
24/7
Always open
Strengths
Repipe specialty score of 89
Same-week or same-day scheduling cited multiple times for HVAC…
Techs (Teddy, Jhony, Jay, Sebastian) repeatedly named for going…
Concerns
One reviewer alleges Cardinal deletes negative reviews and that a…
Pricing-fairness score 43 with Yelp 3.5 over 100 reviews suggests…
Reviewer with 4-star rating describes dispatch communication as…
Reviewers acknowledge the price premium

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 Gainesville, 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 Gainesville?
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 VA?
Standard homeowners insurance in VA 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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