Is TBCRN free for homeowners?

Yes. TBCRN's contractor referral service is free to customers.

Does TBCRN perform the work?

No. TBCRN provides contractor introductions. Estimates, scheduling, contracts, pricing and work are handled directly between the customer and contractor.

What areas does TBCRN serve?

TBCRN connects customers with professionals throughout the Tampa Bay area.

What if I don't know which contractor I need?

Describe the problem. TBCRN can help identify the type of professional who normally handles it.

Can I request emergency help?

Yes. Emergency contractor requests can be submitted through TBCRN and are priority routed to an appropriate available professional.

How often should I pump my septic tank?

Every 3–5 years for most households. Regular pumping prevents most backups.

Emergency Contractor Help

Septic Backup

Sewage backing up into the home or yard — needing immediate septic service.

Call 727-312-9947 Send Emergency Request

For fire, suspected gas leaks, immediate electrical or fire hazards, medical emergencies, or any situation threatening life or safety, call 911 or the appropriate utility/emergency authority first. TBCRN is a contractor referral service and not an emergency response agency.

A septic backup — sewage entering the home or surfacing in the yard — is a health hazard requiring immediate attention. In Tampa Bay, many homes in Pasco and eastern Hillsborough rely on septic systems, and Florida's high water table can affect drain field performance. TBCRN can priority-route your request to an available septic professional.

Immediate Steps to Take Now

Stop using all water in the home immediately

Do not flush toilets or run faucets

If sewage is entering the home, avoid the affected area

Take photos of the damage for insurance documentation

Contact a septic professional immediately

What NOT to Do

Do not attempt to pump or repair the septic system yourself

Do not use chemical drain cleaners — they can damage the septic system

Do not ignore the backup — sewage poses health risks

The Professional You Need

For this emergency, TBCRN refers you to a Septic service professional. The contractor handles scheduling, estimates, pricing, and all work directly with you.

How TBCRN Helps With This Emergency

Submit an emergency request below and TBCRN priority-routes it to an available septic service professional in our vetted network.

The contractor contacts you directly regarding scheduling, estimates, and pricing. TBCRN's referral service is free to the customer — you only pay the contractor for work you agree to.

For the fastest response, call or text 727-312-9947 and tell us what's happening.

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Send an Emergency Request

Tell us what's happening and we'll priority-route your request to an available septic service professional. For the fastest response, call or text 727-312-9947.

Need Help With Septic Backup Right Now?

Tell TBCRN what's happening and we'll priority-route your request.

Get Emergency Help 727-312-9947

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FAQ

Septic Backup FAQs

Yes. Sewage backing up into the home or yard is a health hazard. Stop using water immediately and contact a septic professional.