Sewage Backup in East Chicago, IN
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Best Sewage Backup Pros in East Chicago
#1Strong Hire
Norm's Plumbing
4.5Sewage Backup: 85/100
“They were able to make it to my house the next day even though they said it would take two, which shouldn't be expected but is awesome! When they came by, they started working quickly and got it done in no time.”
#2Conditional Hire
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8Sewage Backup: 75/100
“He did clean out the main sewer and seemed to work. I paid quite a lot of money for this. Water back in again in about two weeks after first attempt.”
#3Conditional Hire
Southtown Plumbing & Sewer Inc
4.8Sewage Backup: 75/100
“Gene from Southtown came out and they were able to rod my main stack going out to the street. He was totally professional and suggested that an outside clean-out be installed for better access because tree roots were clogging the main.”
All Sewage Backup Pros in East Chicago
Norm's Plumbing
4.5·58 reviews·
In East ChicagoGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.5Google
Strengths
Diagnoses against the upsell
Same-day emergency sewer response: basement flood from sewer pipe…
fair_pricing theme hit twice in 5 cited reviews…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·1.1k reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Same-day/near-immediate dispatch: hour-arrival sewer clean-out…
Tech showed blockage on camera and gave a reasonable estimate on…
Concerns
themeCounts shows both 'expensive' and 'slow_response' flagged in…
Scheduling slip cited: first technician was 2+ hours past the…
One cited reviewer describes paying 'quite a lot of money' for…
Southtown Plumbing & Sewer Inc
4.8·37 reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Repeat-customer loyalty across multiple years cited in 3 of 5…
Same-day emergency capability shown by a Sunday-busy gas-leak fix…
Sewer/main-line diagnostic skill noted in 2 of 5 reviews…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Area Plumbing & Sewer Co, Inc.
4.1·71 reviews·
In East ChicagoGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.1Google
Strengths
Sewer rodding turnaround praised
Water service line break handled by Scott and Peter with a full…
Buffalo Box install booked when other companies declined urgent…
Concerns
1 of 5 sampled reviews reports a missed appointment with no…
Downing Plumbing
4.4·194 reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.4Google
Strengths
Same-day arrival within 40-60 minutes of calling cited in…
Sewer line replacement priced within original quote with…
Step-by-step explanation before, during, and after the job called…
Concerns
Customer reports being charged $69 service fee after tech…
Trojan Plumbing Company, Inc.
4.8·752 reviews·
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Pricing came in around 1/3 of a competing quote on one…
Faucet and drain workmanship cited specifically
Repeat customers: one explicitly returned 'from repeat customer,…
Concerns
Power outage during a March 2026 pipe-cutting job with no…
Scheduling errors surfaced in a March 2026 1-star
Quote follow-through gap: one customer never heard back after the…
Flow Right Plumbing
4.8·685 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Techs (Brandon, Emilio, Branson, Frank) text/call with an ETA…
Branson A walked one homeowner through the water heater diagnosis…
Responded late evening and on a weekend for one…
Concerns
Scope-of-coverage surprise at the door: technician arrived inside…
A recurring sewer-odor diagnostic visit was described as basic…
City Sanitary Sewer Cleaning
4.1·53 reviews·
In East ChicagoGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.1Google
Strengths
Tech Adam named in 3 of 5 sampled reviews for fast…
Pricing called reasonable in 4 of 5 sampled reviews…
New Year's Eve same-day response on a suspected broken drain…
Concerns
1 of 5 sampled reviews reports the business required cash payment…
Neace Sewer & Water Service
4.9·102 reviews·
In East ChicagoGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Sub-hour arrival on a leaking valve / sink trap call, cited in 1…
Water heater replaced 'quickly and perfectly' with clean cleanup;
Honest-pricing signal: Kevin 'was honest about pricing and made…
Concerns
Service mix in cited reviews skews to small jobs (valve, sink…
Calumet City Plumbing
3.7·75 reviews·
In East ChicagoGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid3.7Google
Strengths
Sewer/water-line diagnosis praised
Concerns
Quote escalated from $5800 to $6495 then allegedly denied by…
Water meter install reportedly left no hot water and low water…
Two separate reviews report rude or distasteful technician…
Hours Plumbing, LLC
4·29 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Strengths
3 of 5 reviews praise high-quality workmanship and…
Owner demonstrates customer service recovery: took back defective…
Pricing competitive compared to alternatives;
Concerns
2 of 5 reviews (40% failure rate in small sample) report no-shows…
Customer lost real estate opportunity due to plumber's ghosting…
2 of 5 reviews document complete communication breakdown: one…
No-show on scheduled 8am appointment despite customer's…
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·2.3k reviews·
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Same-night water-heater dispatch: Cullen arrived within 30…
Sunday-afternoon toilet repair handled within 2 hours of call…
Sewer rodding job included a walkthrough of why the line wasn't…
Concerns
1 of 5 sampled reviews reports an 11-hour appointment slip…
Pro Plumbing Portage
4.5·6 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Strengths
Same-day emergency response: 1 of 4 reviewers explicitly mentions…
Problem-solving approach: Uses specialized techniques…
Transparent communication: 2 of 4 reviewers praise clear…
Proactive advice: Provides guidance on prevention measures and…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Four Seasons Heating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing, & Electric
4.7·28k reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Avoid4.7Google
Strengths
Strong specialty scores in water heater (90) and drain (88) work
Individual techs (Angel, Donald, Monique, Rafael) named for…
BBB A+ accredited with multi-trade coverage (HVAC + plumbing +…
Concerns
Multiple reviewers describe install or repair work requiring…
Dispatch and notes-sharing problems cited in 2+ reviews
Upfront-charge-then-delay pattern reported by one reviewer
One reviewer reports techs arriving with no notes from prior…
Riteplumbing inc
4.8·119 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
After-hours 24/7 callback uniqueness
Sunday-evening main sewer-line clearance on short notice
Same-day in-and-out for repair — 'within a couple of hours...
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
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 East Chicago, 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 East Chicago?
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 IN?
Standard homeowners insurance in IN 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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