Sewage Backup in Richardson, TX
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Best Sewage Backup Pros in Richardson
#1Strong Hire
RWD Services LLC
5Sewage Backup: 85/100
“Huge thank you to RWD Services for coming out and fixing our slab leak. They were prompt and communicated throughout the entire process.”
#2Conditional Hire
HER Plumbing Co.
5Sewage Backup: 75/100
“She came and accessed the problem with my sewer line that I had been dealing with for several years and multiple plumbers. She replaced the line and finished the job early!”
#3Strong Hire
Blue Moon Plumbing
5Sewage Backup: 70/100
“Gareth just cleared a root blockage from my main line after I had a whole house water backup on a Saturday morning. He is so nice and pricing is very reasonable.”
All Sewage Backup Pros in Richardson
RWD Services LLC
5·120 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Slab-leak specialist — 21 of 100 reviews mention slab leaks,…
Cast-iron sewer pipe replacement under home and yard delivered on…
Saved customer $7,500 by finding an existing side-of-house…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
HER Plumbing Co.
5·30 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pick5.0Google
Strengths
Sewer line replacement praised after multiple prior plumbers…
Slab-leak estimate came in much lower than another quote, with…
Communication during major sewer work credited to lead Donny
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Blue Moon Plumbing
5·122 reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Fast dispatch during the freeze/icy roads for a burst pipe
Saturday morning whole-house backup cleared by clearing a root…
Pricing called fair and below competitors on water heater and…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Jim's Plumbing Now
4.9·1.8k reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Fast response mentioned in 25 of 100 reviews
Sewer and slab-leak workmanship: tunneled under a house with…
Itemized off-site quoting praised
Concerns
Text-based contact option broke: customer received texts but…
Showed up without the replacement part twice on the same…
Mother Modern Plumbing, Sewer & Drain
4.9·276 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Workmanship on sewer and repiping jobs called out specifically…
Transparent pricing and digital estimates cited specifically…
Diagnostic skill praised
Concerns
One reviewer flagged $1,574.04 for 10 feet of pipe across two…
Plumber Rowlett TX
3·2 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick3.0Google
Strengths
On-time/early arrival and same-day availability cited repeatedly…
Workmanship on big jobs called out (workmanship=18): diagnosed a…
Up-front pricing and clear explanations noted: rep gave 3…
Concerns
One 1-star reviewer reports a tech said they 'could always go…
A flat 1-star 'Horrible service' review with no detail signals at…
Pope Plumbing Company, Inc.
4.5·170 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.5Google
Strengths
Sewer diagnosis: methodical testing from both ends avoided a…
Water-heater Flood-Stop replacement completed Friday afternoon
Decade-long repeat customers say techs explain what they did and…
Concerns
Yelp 1-star: appointment cancelled and re-cancelled twice with…
Public allegation of road-rage incident involving a Pope Plumbing…
A property manager expected an expensive job but specifically…
Carey Plumbing Company
5·24 reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Same-day sewer line diagnosis and repair
Faucet/leak repair plus stove install handled at a business
Honest pricing called out specifically
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Home Town Plumbing
4.8·22 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Fast response cited in 8 of 31 reviews
Sewer/water-line work praised: located leak 5ft down between line…
Fair pricing called out in 2 reviews including a 'whole waste…
Concerns
Owner Mike Salazar reportedly told a customer 'Don't Call Me I'll…
1-star Yelp review describes 4-day phone tag with Rob and…
Water heater install cited as costing more than the unit itself,…
Plumbing Unit
5·216 reviews·
In RichardsonGoogle Verified
+7 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Exceptional after-hours emergency response: 4 reviews explicitly…
Rapid response times: 8 reviews mention 30-minute arrival or…
Transparent communication and step-by-step explanations: 7…
No-upsell philosophy: Multiple reviews note technicians did not…
Concerns
Zero independent verification: 216 Google reviews but no Yelp…
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
ARS / Rescue Rooter
4.7·6.3k reviews·
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Avoid4.7Google
Strengths
When ARS shows up they can move fast: $79 main line clean-out…
Hydrojetting cleared a previously-stuck drain in under 30 minutes…
Concerns
Allegation that ARS pitched $35,000 in pipe replacement based on…
Surprise-fees theme appears in 4 reviews
Installation quality flag: stainless supply paired with…
Pricing complaints across the board: $700 for a faucet leak, $800…
1-800-Plumber +Air
5·197 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
themeCounts.workmanship=19 with specific examples: thorough…
Communication and clarity cited 12 times
Concerns
Sample skews toward very short reviews ('Good', 'On time.
Baker Brothers Plumbing, Air & Electric
4.8·25k reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Fast emergency response: multiple reviewers report same-day or…
Consistently professional and courteous technicians: 13+ reviews…
Strong workmanship and efficiency: jobs completed quickly with…
Upfront pricing and honesty: multiple reviews cite advance cost…
Concerns
Pattern of aggressive upselling on major systems: multiple…
High variance in customer experience (34-point spread in…
Inconsistent follow-through on booked services: one review…
Poor post-sale support and communication: $31,000 customer…
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·1.1k reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.8Google
Strengths
Saturday-night emergency response documented
Workmanship cited 14 times
Concerns
Multiple Yelp 1-star reviews cite missed appointment windows (4+…
Pre-payment-before-work-complete flagged on a water-line repair…
Pricing complaints recurring on Yelp: $399 for a 15-minute snake…
Repeat-failure flagged
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.9·1.3k reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Saturday-night emergency: tech arrived within the hour to fix…
Holiday coverage confirmed: Christmas Eve diagnosis on tankless…
Same-day service for toilet and shower problems
Concerns
One reviewer charged $450 for adding 'that little piece of line'…
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 Richardson, 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 Richardson?
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 TX?
Standard homeowners insurance in TX 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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