A sewer backup is never just an inconvenience — it's a health hazard and, often, a sign of a bigger problem underground. Roots, a collapsed section of pipe, or a municipal main issue can all send wastewater back into your home instead of out to the street.
We respond as an emergency call, camera-inspect the line to find exactly where the blockage or damage is, clear it safely, and — critically — tell you whether it's a one-time event or a pattern that needs a permanent fix like a backwater valve.
What typically causes a sewer backup
- Tree root intrusion into an aging clay lateral
- A collapsed or bellied section of the drain line
- Grease and debris buildup in the main line
- Municipal sewer surcharge during heavy rain, backing up into homes without a backwater valve
Our sewer backup response
- Immediate camera inspection to locate the blockage or damage
- Safe clearing of the line using jetting, cabling, or root cutting as needed
- Assessment of whether a backwater valve would prevent recurrence
- Documentation and photos for any insurance claim
