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Sewage Backup in Gallatin, TN

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

Sumner County15 plumbers available

Best Sewage Backup Pros in Gallatin

#1Strong Hire

Dave's Plumbing & Rooter

5Reviewed for sewage backup

exceptionally thorough job in unclogging house drains

#2

Drain Monkey Plumbing, LLC

4.8Reviewed for sewage backup

most dependable and honest plumber you will find

#3

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.7Reviewed for sewage backup

They never showed. Repeatedly lied to and disregarded.

All Sewage Backup Pros in Gallatin

Dave's Plumbing & Rooter

5·71 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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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…

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Drain Monkey Plumbing, LLC

4.8·26 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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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…

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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.7·267 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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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…

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.7·787 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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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…

Jack Ward & Sons Plumbing Company

4.4·130 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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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

A-1 Brown Plumbing Repair

3.9·13 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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Competitive pricing with transparent estimates;
Fast emergency response;
Quality workmanship when jobs are completed;
Concerns
No-show/late-arrival pattern: 1 of 5 reviews documents a 4+ hour…
Unresponsive management to complaints: customer reported calling…
Invoice/documentation issues: at least one review mentions no…
Broken appointment commitments;

Lee Company

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12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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All 5 reviews mention prompt scheduling and next-day or same-day…
Technicians go beyond the scope of work: 3 reviews highlight…
Exceptional customer service tolerance: technician willing to…
Consistently professional crew behavior: multiple mentions of…

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Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Hendersonville

4.9·815 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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Exceptional pricing transparency—one reviewer paid under $600…
Fast emergency response—heater failure reported in morning,…
High-quality workmanship on major jobs—entire home plumbing…
Named technicians (Jay, Jason, Bryan) consistently praised for…

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Specialist Drains And Plumbing

5·209 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
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Exceptional emergency response time: 3 of 5 reviewers…
Pricing consistently described as fair and below expectations: 3…
Owner-operated with hands-on communication: Ruben personally…
All 5 reviews are 5-star ratings with 209 total Google reviews at…

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Southern Brothers Plumbing, LLC

5·167 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
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Fast emergency response: quoted within 24 hours and completed…
Clear communication throughout repair process, explaining issues…
Handles complex jobs confidently: sewer line replacement and…
All 5 reviews are 5-star ratings with repeat customer returning

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Holt Plumbing Company

4.5·672 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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Saturday/holiday water-heater replacement delivered with…
Fair-priced vanity install came in at the advertised number with…
Long-term repeat customers cite 25 years of consistent service…
Concerns
One reviewer alleges price gouging on a repipe estimate and that…
Office/scheduling staff repeatedly flagged
Receptionist behavior cited as rude or starchy on multiple Yelp…

Michael Jr Plumbing

4.9·154 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
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Emergency response speed: 3 of 5 reviewers specifically mention…
Fair pricing mentioned by 2 reviewers;
Problem resolution speed: one reviewer had water restored within…
All 5 reviews are 5-star ratings with consistent praise for…

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Scott's Plumbing Repair

5·118 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
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Consistently meets or beats promised arrival times and schedules;
Transparent pricing with no surprise overages;
High-quality workmanship on complex jobs;
Clear communication and honest advice upfront;

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P&G Service Company

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14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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Consistently fast emergency response—same-day arrival documented,…
Technicians go beyond scope of work: 5 reviewers highlight…
High professionalism and attention to detail across multiple…
Fair pricing relative to competitors—one reviewer explicitly…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses—all 5 reviews are 5-star…

Rapid Response Plumbing, Heating & Cooling

4.9·126 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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Exceptional emergency responsiveness: answered call on…
Fast scheduling and real-time communication: 4 of 5 reviews…
Punctuality and professionalism: multiple reviewers praise…
Flexible payment terms: offered extended payment window after…
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 Gallatin, 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 Gallatin?
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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