When sewage comes up through a toilet, tub or floor drain, the main sewer line between your house and the city main is blocked or damaged. Call (844) 212 9767 to reach a local plumber to clear the line and find the cause. (For what to do in the first few minutes, see emergency sewer backup.)

Common Causes of Sewer Backups in Houston

Tree roots — Houston’s mature live oaks and other trees send roots into the joints of older clay sewer laterals.
Grease — cooking grease hardens in the line and catches everything else.
“Flushable” wipes and paper towels, which don’t break down.
Bellied or broken pipe — shifting clay soil can sag or crack a sewer line, leaving a low spot where waste collects.
Heavy rain — during big storms, stormwater can overload the sewer system and push water back toward homes.
Deteriorated cast-iron drain lines in older homes.

Is It Your Line or the City’s?

If neighbors are backing up too, the problem may be in the city main — call 311. If it’s only your house, the blockage is almost always in your private sewer lateral, which is the homeowner’s responsibility.

How Sewer Backups Are Fixed

Clear the line through the outdoor cleanout with a cable machine or hydro jetting.
Run a sewer camera to see why it blocked.
Fix the cause: root removal, jetting grease, or repairing a broken or bellied section.

Preventing the Next Backup

Keep grease and wipes out of drains, have the line jetted every year or two if roots are a known problem, and consider a backwater valve if your street floods.

Call (844) 212 9767 to get connected with a local plumber for sewer backup repair anywhere in Houston.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does sewer backup service cost?

The cost of sewer backup service varies depending on the complexity of the issue and the materials needed. We provide upfront pricing and a free quote to ensure transparency and satisfaction.

How soon can you arrive for sewer backup service?

We understand the urgency of sewer backups and strive to arrive as soon as possible. Our team is available 24/7 for emergency services, and we will schedule a convenient time for non-emergency services.

Do you offer any warranties or guarantees for sewer backup service?

Warranty terms vary by plumber and by job. Ask for the warranty on labor and materials in writing before any work starts.

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