Emergency Sewer Backup & Side Sewer Service in Edmonds
Sewage rising in a basement floor drain, tub or toilet? Our Edmonds plumbers clear side sewer backups at any hour, run a camera to see what caused it, and walk you through repair options before any work starts.
- Answered 24/7
- Licensed & Insured
- Camera inspection available
Sewage Backing Up? Do This Right Now
- 1Stop using all water: no flushing, showers, laundry or dishwasher. Every gallon you use ends up on the floor.
- 2Keep kids and pets away from the water. Sewage carries bacteria.
- 3Don't use chemical drain cleaners. They won't clear a sewer line and make the cleanup more dangerous.
- 4If water is near outlets, appliances or the electrical panel, stay out of the area.
- 5Call us. We'll clear the line and tell you what caused it.
Emergency Sewer Services
Sewer backup clearing
We open the line and get your drains working again.
Emergency sewer cleaning
Cable machine or hydro jetting from the cleanout.
Root removal
Cutting and jetting roots out of clay and cast iron lines.
Sewer camera inspection
Video of the line, with the problem's location and depth.
Sewer line repair
Spot repairs of broken or offset sections.
Sewer line replacement
Traditional dig or trenchless, depending on the yard and the pipe.
Cleanout installation
Easier, cheaper access for future service.
What Causes Sewer Backups in Edmonds
Much of Edmonds was built out in the post-war decades, and plenty of those homes still rely on their original clay or concrete side sewer. Those pipes come in short sections, and every joint is an opening for roots from the big Douglas firs, cedars and hedges that line Edmonds yards. On hillside lots in Meadowdale, North Edmonds and the slopes above the Bowl, soil movement can also shift joints out of line, and in tree-heavy neighborhoods like Perrinville, Esperance and Woodway the roots keep coming back.
Other common causes are grease, "flushable" wipes, low spots (bellies) where the ground settled, and older lines that have cracked or collapsed. Long stretches of fall and winter rain tend to bring problems to the surface that were building for years.
Find the Cause With a Camera
Clearing the backup — with a cable machine or hydro jetting — gets you working drains tonight, and our 24/7 line means that can happen at 2 a.m. A camera inspection tells you if it will happen again. We run a waterproof camera through the line and show you what we find: roots, cracks, offset joints, bellies or a break. You'll know whether the line needs regular cleaning, a spot repair or replacement.
Repair or Replace?
Cleaning and maintenance
For lines in decent shape with light roots or grease. Often a yearly or every-other-year jetting.
Spot repair
One broken or offset section, with the rest of the pipe sound.
Trenchless repair or replacement
Lining or pipe bursting with minimal digging. Good under driveways, landscaping and old trees.
Full replacement
When the line has failed in several places or has collapsed.
We explain the options and prices before any work starts.
Who's Responsible for an Edmonds Side Sewer?
Generally, the side sewer running from your house to the public sewer main belongs to the property owner. Depending on where you live, that main may be run by the City of Edmonds or a local sewer district. If the blockage turns out to be in the public main, we'll tell you so you can contact the right utility.
What Emergency Sewer Service Costs in Edmonds
| Service | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Sewer backup clearing (cable) | $300–$700 |
| Hydro jetting the sewer line | $500–$1,200 |
| Camera inspection | $200–$500 |
| Spot repair | $2,000–$6,000 |
| Full replacement (dig or trenchless) | $8,000–$25,000+ |
After-hours and holiday calls may cost more. We confirm the price before we start.
Sewage on the Floor?
After we clear the line, anything sewage touched needs proper cleanup and disinfection. Drywall, carpet and pad usually have to be removed. If the backup reached floors or walls, we also have a water cleanup division that can handle the drying, cleanup and disinfection.
Edmonds Neighborhoods & Nearby Cities We Serve
- Downtown Edmonds (the Bowl)
- Five Corners
- Perrinville
- Westgate
- Seaview
- Meadowdale
- Esperance
- Firdale
- Lake Ballinger
- Maplewood
- Sherwood
- Highway 99 corridor
- North Edmonds
Nearby cities: Lynnwood · Mountlake Terrace · Woodway · Shoreline · Mukilteo · Brier · Lake Forest Park
Sewer Service FAQ
Do you offer 24/7 emergency sewer service in Edmonds?
Yes. Our line is answered around the clock, weekends and holidays included. Call and we'll tell you how soon a plumber can reach your part of Edmonds.
What are the signs of a sewer line problem?
Several drains backing up at once, gurgling toilets, sewage smell, water in the lowest drain in the house, or soggy spots in the yard over the sewer line.
Will homeowners insurance cover a sewer backup?
It depends on your policy. Many policies need a separate sewer backup endorsement to cover cleanup. The sewer line repair itself is often not covered. Check with your insurer.
How long does it take to clear a sewer backup?
Most backups are cleared within one to two hours once we're on site. Repairs or replacements take longer and are scheduled after a camera inspection.
Can tree roots in my sewer line be fixed for good?
Cleaning removes roots, but they grow back through the same joints. A lining or replacement seals the pipe so roots can't get back in.
Do I need to dig up my yard to replace my sewer line?
Not always. Trenchless lining or pipe bursting can replace or seal the line with one or two small access holes.
Sewer Backing Up? Call Now.
Each flush adds to the mess. Call our Edmonds sewer team any time, day or night.
Call (425) 584-5828