Best Sewage Backup Pros in Akron
#1Conditional Hire
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.9Sewage Backup: 70/100
“Outstanding service from Roto-Rooter. Matt M. was patient, took the time to listen, and made sure everything was fully understood before getting to work. He came prepared with the right equipment and was finished in no time.”
#2Conditional Hire
J&J Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electric
4.8Reviewed for sewage backup
“They were able to dispatch David C. to my home in LaGrange, Ohio the same day within a few hours. David was extremely professional, friendly, and patient.”
#3Strong Hire
Cal Pro Plumbing & Drain Services
5Reviewed for sewage backup
“He put in new drain lines for a new bathroom. That meant cutting into the cement to open up the floor to see where existing lines were. The water table was so high there, we had to keep pumping out the water.”
All Sewage Backup Pros in Akron
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.9·436 reviews·
In AkronGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Sewage-backup cleanup praised for fast turnaround and clear…
Technicians named (Matt M., David Lopez, Brad) for patient and…
Concerns
Customer called on a Saturday for advertised emergency service,…
J&J Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electric
4.8·3.8k reviews·
In AkronGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
After-hours dispatch within the hour for emergency calls
Same-day emergency dispatch for a split pipe (LaGrange, OH)…
Septic repair completed in one day with flexible payment options…
Concerns
1-star review claims faucet was misdiagnosed then leaked badly 2…
Customer reports $100 trip fee every visit plus upsell attempts…
Cal Pro Plumbing & Drain Services
5·15 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Owner-operator Chuck named in all 5 sampled reviews
Walked a quarantined family through unclogging a kitchen drain by…
Bathroom-flip drain-line job included cutting cement and pumping…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Austin Drain Cleaning Company
4.8·127 reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Saturday emergency sewer-drain callout documented
Drain-clear specialty cited specifically (cleared a 2-week-old…
Affordable pricing called out in 2 of 5 reviews ("don't charge an…
Concerns
One reviewer noted the tech ran late on arrival, though they did…
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.9·2.2k reviews·
In AkronGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Same-day dispatch within hours cited across 3 reviews (sump pump,…
Technicians explain the issue and future-care steps in 9 of 23…
Faucet replacement completed in under an hour for first-time…
Concerns
Yelp reviewer flagged pricing as 'a little high' even on a…
Wilson Plumbing, Heating, Cooling and Electric
4.8·4.4k reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Avoid4.8Google
Strengths
PRV valve replacement praised for thorough explanation and fair…
High-efficiency furnace install handled by 3-tech crew with clean…
Concerns
14 of 69 analyzed reviews are 1-star
Emergency service gated behind a 'preferred customer' list per a…
1-star review alleges the company will not take responsibility…
Yelp 1-star reports electric quote of $5,000 for basement lights…
Coblentz Plumbing
4.7·526 reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.7Google
Strengths
Tech John Becker named for whole-house water and drain line…
Tankless gas water-heater swap replacing a 28-year-old electric…
Main water-break repair completed quickly per the reviewer
Concerns
Reviewer says crew left a leak from a $30 dishwasher supply line…
1-star follow-up review reports a $500 quote to fix a dishwasher…
Affordable Drain Cleaning
4.9·83 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Phone-quoted ballpark estimates and no card-fee surcharge cited…
Repeat-customer evidence: 1 reviewer cites jobs from the 2000s…
plumber-cost mentioned in 4 of 5 reviews, all with 5-star…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Cleveland
4.8·4.3k reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.8Google
Strengths
Same-day or next-day scheduling cited in 3 of 5 reviews despite…
Tech Matt brought water heater install to code (added shut-off…
Concerns
Workmanship failure (cartridge installed upside-down, water…
Pricing complaints in 2 of 5 sampled reviews
2 of 5 reviews specifically call out high pricing
Graff's Plumbing & Heating Inc
4.8·65 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.8Google
Strengths
Sunday-evening call answered with first-thing-Monday dispatch for…
Quote came in 'hundreds cheaper' than other local plumbers on a…
Same-day install of a garbage disposal plus fridge water line…
Concerns
Billing-documentation complaint: no invoice provided after two…
Repeat-work pattern flagged once
2-star reviewer was charged twice when a sewer-snake job missed…
All Service Plumbing LLC
4.9·212 reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.9Google
Strengths
Two-time customer cites fast response on water-heater replacement…
Mike praised for kitchen faucet install and quick same-day…
Concerns
Reviewer downgraded an earlier rating to 2 stars after kitchen…
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services
4.8·2.3k reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid4.8Google
Strengths
Water heater installer Mark cited for clean job (no mess), and…
Repeat customer says techs walked him through diagnosis without…
Concerns
$15,000+ sewer-section repair where the work didn't resolve the…
Follow-up sewer service is still backing up under a year later…
Communication on arrival times flagged
Clog Doc
4.9·71 reviews·
In AkronGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid4.9Google
Concerns
Missed a confirmed gas leak that the gas company later verified…
Quoted $1800 for a job completed elsewhere for $265
Sharp Google (4.9) vs.
Multiple no-shows and missed appointments
Jeff The Plumber
4·174 reviews·
In AkronGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid4.0Google
Strengths
BBB A+ accredited and one reviewer noted tech arrived before the…
Concerns
Estimate jumped from 4 hours to 16 hours of labor with no…
Phone-quoted price denied after the job
Multiple reports of rude phone staff on emergency calls
Workmanship complaints on sewer/driveway repair
Rooter Man
4.8·629 reviews·
In AkronGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.8Google
Strengths
20 of 43 reviews specifically praise professional/named techs…
Quick pilot relight after another company spent 30-40 minutes…
Concerns
Reviewer took the day off for an all-day window and the company…
Appointment canceled without notification
Communication breakdowns flagged in 3 reviews
Sewer-line escalation reported as poorly handled by one detailed…
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 Akron, 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 Akron?
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 OH?
Standard homeowners insurance in OH 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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