Sewage Backup in Redwood City, CA
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Best Sewage Backup Pros in Redwood City
#1Strong Hire
Total Underground Construction
5Sewage Backup: 90/100
“They installed a 100 foot pipe, 15 feet down with a 45 degree turn. It was an incredibly huge job.”
#2Conditional Hire
Star Rooter & Plumbing Inc
4.7Sewage Backup: 88/100
“Josh and his team came and replaced ALL the pipes with copper pipes, all the way to the street water line. Water pressure has significantly improved.”
#3Strong Hire
Daves Plumbing & Drain Services
5Sewage Backup: 85/100
“I had a leaky shower head; he did his best to fix it as is before getting me a new one. I appreciated that he worked hard to fix it before replacing it.”
All Sewage Backup Pros in Redwood City
Total Underground Construction
5·6 reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Drove out same night free of charge to make a clogged sewer line…
Joe told one caller exactly how to fix her sink herself with a…
Arrived within 20 minutes for a water-pressure emergency and…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Star Rooter & Plumbing Inc
4.7·166 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Solid pick4.7Google
Strengths
Sewer-lateral and water-line specialty: 2 reviewers describe…
Whole-house repipe with copper (1924 duplex, all galvanized…
Free estimate included full crawlspace inspection + free camera…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Daves Plumbing & Drain Services
5·133 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Weekend/emergency sewer clearing cited
Fair-pricing language appears in 2 of 5 reviews…
Reviewers note he attempts repair before replacement
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Hayward
4.9·39 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Sewer lateral / hydro-jet specialty: 2 reviewers describe…
Pricing called 'competitive and reasonable among the estimates I…
Tech Vito included customer 'in every decision' on a complex…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Rooter Solutions Plumbers
4.9·178 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Main + lateral sewer line replacement done with in-house crews
Upfront pricing on clogged-drain work: Kevin gave a no-surprises…
Returns to verify work: crew came back a month later to check on…
Concerns
Pricing flag worth watching: 1 of 5 sampled reviews on a…
Fito Plumbers Inc.
4.8·97 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Friday-evening renter water-heater call answered at 8pm, crew…
Sewer-lateral replacement completed in 2.5 days with daily…
Beat competing bids and provided quick service
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
The Plumbing Ministry
4.5·76 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Avoid4.5Google
Strengths
Trenchless sewer lateral replacements consistently called out by…
Late-night Saturday emergency response confirmed by long-form…
Concerns
One Yelp reviewer describes a second sewer lateral job being…
$2,000 charged for less than 30 minutes of work with a contract…
Front-office responsiveness has slipped
Works Plumbing Repair & Drain Cleaning
4.8·642 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Handled warranty paperwork on a water heater repair so the…
Sewer cam inspection led to full cast-iron-to-ABS pipe…
Manager/estimator came out personally during a job to explain a…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Freedom Underground Plumbing -- Solving your Water, Sewer and Electrical Conduit Needs
4.9·71 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Trenchless underground work: HammerHead tunneling to avoid yard…
Handles complex sewer-line permitting: navigated city + sanitary…
Slab leak detection + whole-house repipe completed at a price…
Concerns
Sample size is thin — only 5 reviews analyzed against 71 total…
Handy Plumbing Man, LLC
4.9·1.4k reviews·
In Redwood CityGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Pre-arrival notification + tracking and same-day…
Sewer cleanout and full sewer-line replacement quoted…
Flat-rate pricing with installation warranty noted by Dan Yao
Concerns
Pricing flagged as higher than competitors in 1 of 5 reviews…
24/7 Rooter & Plumbing
4.7·926 reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Solid pick4.7Google
Strengths
Sub-hour arrival cited in 2 of 5 sampled reviews (Edwin within an…
Same-day water heater replacement completed in 3 hours…
Weekend / after-hours emergency capability documented (7:30pm…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
JC Plumbing & Rooter
4.9·115 reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Tankless water heater warranty work
Final bill came in under quote in at least one case
Teaches DIY descaling
Concerns
One reviewer reports being rudely cut off on the phone after…
Pricing on small jobs can be steep
Drain Doctor
4.9·881 reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Sunday/weekend response confirmed
Drain and toilet clearing repeatedly described as quick
Concerns
BBB rating is D- with 2 complaints in past 3 years despite 4.9…
One reviewer reports tech walked into kitchen, grabbed a mug, and…
One follow-up failure documented
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.9·174 reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Strengths
Emergency response time: 4 of 5 reviewers specifically mention…
Transparency on pricing: upfront about expected rates with no…
Communication and professionalism: 3 reviewers praise warm,…
Problem-solving for complex situations: multiple reviewers note…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Service Hero Plumbing & Air
4.6·1.3k reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.6Google
Strengths
Sunday call run 4+ hours into the late evening until resolved
Hydro-jetting capability
Technicians explain progress and least-cost solutions before…
Concerns
Pricing flagged as 'expensive' by 2 of 87 analyzed reviewers
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 Redwood City, 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 Redwood City?
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 CA?
Standard homeowners insurance in CA 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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