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Sewer Repair in Alameda, CA

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Best Sewer Repair Pros in Alameda

#1Strong Hire

Total Underground Construction

5Sewer Repair: 90/100

they took the extra steps to drive out that night to get the sewer line in a passable condition for the few days until the start of the project so we would not be without water and this was all done free of charge with the project.

#2Conditional Hire

Star Rooter & Plumbing Inc

4.7Sewer Repair: 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

Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Hayward

4.9Sewer Repair: 85/100

Due to the accumulation of matter over the years it was a bit more difficult and after using the cable (snake) to break through and then utilizing the hydro-jet he completely cleared my drain.

All Sewer Repair Pros in Alameda

Total Underground Construction

5·6 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
5 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
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5.0Google
6
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Strengths
Sewer line replacement praised in 4 reviews
Honest cost guidance — Joe told one caller how to DIY-fix a sink…
Same-day arrival cited 3 times
Concerns
Only 14 reviews analyzed and 6 Google reviews total

Star Rooter & Plumbing Inc

4.7·166 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Solid pickSolid pick
4.7Google
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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

Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Hayward

4.9·39 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
39
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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

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.9·238 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In AlamedaGoogle Verified
+2 more
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4.9Google
238
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Strengths
Same-day and after-hours arrivals on sewer emergencies
Sewer mainline diagnostics: 12 sewer mentions plus…
Concerns
31 of 100 analyzed reviews are 1-star
Dispatcher named James called out as rude and unwilling to locate…
Pricing pushback on big sewer jobs: a $10K quote reduced to $8K…
Dispatch reliability: themeCounts.slow_response=3 with a…

Fito Plumbers Inc.

4.8·97 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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4.8Google
97
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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·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
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4.5Google
76
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Strengths
Trenchless sewer-lateral replacement is the clear specialty…
Owner Louis returns Saturday-night calls personally;
Yard left clean each day during multi-day sewer-lateral jobs…
Concerns
Two separate Yelp reviewers allege botched sewer-lateral jobs and…
Crew reportedly didn't return to finish a clogged sewer main,…
Office phone coverage is thin: one reviewer waited 5 hours for a…
themeCounts.expensive=4 and surprise_fees=1;

The Plumbing Two

4.9·58 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
58
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24/7
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Strengths
True 24-hour emergency response
Communication discipline
Repeat-customer trust
Concerns
Finish-work polish noted as weak in one 3-star

Works Plumbing Repair & Drain Cleaning

4.8·642 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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4.8Google
642
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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

Big Smile Plumbing

5·99 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In AlamedaGoogle Verified
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5.0Google
99
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Strengths
Sewer-lateral and water-heater work singled out for clean…
Weekend and short-notice arrivals: one reviewer reports cast-iron…
Pricing called out 16 times in serviceMentions.plumber-cost with…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Gladiator Rooter and Plumbing

4.6·90 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
5 mi awayGoogle Verified
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4.6Google
90
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24/7
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Strengths
Sub-hour weekend arrivals on backed-up sewers: techs…
Significantly underbid competitors on big jobs: one main…
Same-day responsiveness when other companies fail
Concerns
Diagnostic-first job scope on one repair cut a large ceiling hole…
Faucet-repair workmanship cited as weakest spot
Premium hourly rates on emergency calls: one homeowner cites…

24/7 Rooter & Plumbing

4.7·926 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Solid pickSolid pick
4.7Google
926
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24/7
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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

Handy Plumbing Man, LLC

4.9·1.4k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
1.4k
Google reviews
24/7
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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…

Pro Rooter Inc

4.1·25 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In AlamedaGoogle Verified
+4 more
AvoidAvoid
4.1Google
25
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Strengths
Hector Jr. and Richard named in 5-star reviews for thorough…
Sewer pipe replacement praised
Concerns
Repeated no-shows and ignored callbacks across 4 separate reviews…
Surprise upcharge — agreed $300 sewer drain became $400, and…
Plumber arrived without trade tools and tracked debris through…
No-show pattern across years

JC Plumbing & Rooter

4.9·115 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
115
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Strengths
Navien/Bradford-White tankless water-heater work is the clear…
Reviewers report final bill came in below initial quote (one case…
Communication is detailed: customer was shown how to descale…
Concerns
One reviewer reports $335 quote to unclog a hair-clogged shower…

A T Weber Plumbing

4.2·30 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In AlamedaGoogle Verified
Proceed with careProceed with care
4.2Google
30
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Strengths
Furnace, sewer-lateral, and gas-line capability cited by repeat…
Pricing called out as fair on furnace and HVAC work…
Fast same-window arrivals on furnace failures
Concerns
Deposit taken in September with no work started by January after…
Scheduling and dispatch reliability is the weak spot:…
Phone/dispatch interactions flagged as rude on initial intake…

Common Sewer Repair Scenarios

Sewer Line Clog

Tree roots, grease buildup, or collapsed sections can block your main sewer line. Multiple drains backing up at once is the telltale sign.

Sewer Line Break

A broken sewer line causes sewage to leak into your yard or foundation. Foul odors, soggy patches, or unusually green grass over the line are warnings.

Bellied Sewer Pipe

A section of pipe that has sunk creates a low spot where waste collects. Camera inspection identifies the location and severity.

Root Intrusion

Tree roots seek out sewer line moisture and can crack or infiltrate pipes. Regular root cutting or pipe lining prevents full blockages.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does sewer repair cost in Alameda, CA?
Sewer repair in Alameda ranges from $1,000-$4,000 for spot repairs to $3,000-$25,000 for full sewer line replacement. Trenchless methods (pipe lining, pipe bursting) often cost $4,000-$10,000 and avoid digging up your yard. Get a camera inspection quote first.
How do I know if my sewer line needs repair?
Warning signs include: multiple drains backing up simultaneously, gurgling sounds from toilets, sewage odors in your yard, soggy patches or sinkholes near the sewer line, and unexplained increases in your water bill.
What is trenchless sewer repair?
Trenchless methods repair or replace your sewer line without digging a trench through your yard. Pipe lining inserts a resin-coated liner inside the existing pipe; pipe bursting pulls a new pipe through while breaking the old one apart. Both minimize landscaping damage.
Does homeowners insurance cover sewer repair in CA?
Standard homeowners insurance in CA typically does NOT cover sewer line repair or replacement. Some insurers offer separate sewer line coverage as a rider for $5-15/month. Check with your agent — it's worth adding if your home has older sewer lines.

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