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Sewer System Backups

Sewer drain problems can quickly lead to major plumbing issues, property damage, and even threats to your family’s health and safety. If you suspect that your sewer drain line is damaged or clogged, you don’t have any time to waste. Call Mr. Rooter Plumbing® today!

Sewer System Backups
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  • When you call Mr. Rooter for assistance, you can expect a thorough assessment of your home’s sewer drain. From there, your licensed plumber will explain all your options and recommend the best course of action to remedy the situation.

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Sewer Drain Repair Near You

Our sewer drain services include:

  • Video camera inspection of sewer lines
  • Sewer drain cleaning with our specialized rooter cable equipment and root-cutting heads
  • Sewer drain cleaning with our HydroScrub® Jetting technology
  • Excavating the damaged pipe to repair or replace the affected area.
  • A spot repair, good for when the damage to the pipe is confined to a small section only.
  • Sewer pipe lining, which can be for a small section of the pipe or the entire length of the sewer. This method is a good option when you would like a trenchless option to sewer pipe repair or replacement.

Residential & Commercial Services

With more than 50 years in the business, Mr. Rooter Plumbing brings the expertise you need for effective sewer drain services. And with more than 200 locations throughout Canada and the United States, there’s a great chance we’re in your neighbourhood. To make an appointment, call us or request a job estimate online.

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    Mr. Rooter was on time, professional, clean, and friendly. They assessed the problem, provided estimate, and resolved the issue quickly. They also went above and beyond. Excellent.

    Cid P.
    5/5
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    Joined Mr Rooter 9 years ago. I would recommend this company to anyone asking. The service has always been on time and the jobs are have never been over the predetermined price. I have been impressed with every tech they have sent. Good knowledge and very friendly.

    Phil S.
    5/5
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    Excellent service, very prompt, and the service technician was very knowledgeable. He also offered some helpful advice regarding options for future work that will need to be done.

    A.P.
    5/5
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    Connecting to municipal sewer from septic was a breeze. Job was quick, efficient and came in under initial estimate. Great care was taken to prevent damage to existing landscaping and post excavation restoration was excellent. Highly recommend Mr. Rooter!

    Carl B.
    5/5
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    Very impressed with M. Rooter. Great customer service. The plumber, Juriy was top notch. Will definitely call them again if needed.

    Brian M.
    5/5
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Frequently Asked Questions

A sewer drain is a pipe that takes waste from a home or building into the sewage system. As such, getting sewer drain cleaning and service right is critical, so we’re answering your most frequently asked questions below. If you have additional questions, please let us know so we can address them for you directly.

  • There are several possible signs that there’s something seriously wrong with your sewer drain, including:

    • Several slow-draining toilets, sinks, showers, or tubs
    • Especially green, lush patches of grass in your lawn
    • A wet spot in your yard that smells like sewage and may also be caving in
    • An increase in insects or rodents inside your house
    • A sewage smell inside and/or outside your home
    • New cracks in your foundation or walls due to a sinkhole forming under the house
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Plumbing isn’t just about leaks, pipes, and gaskets — it’s about people. Mr. Rooter Plumbing franchisees offer you a career path for growth, and will treat you with the same respect and integrity that they treat their own friends and family, because at the end of the day, you can’t serve customers well without a happy, motivated, and committed team. Creating a culture with an exemplary work ethic is just as important as plumbing, and it’s part of everything Mr. Rooter Plumbing does.

Start your career with us today. We offer exciting opportunities for growth and success in an important space.