Could an overhead sewer help prevent sewage backing up into my home?
Yes. Sewer surcharges can occur when rainwater enters the sanitary sewer system. An overhead sewer will prevent backups as it discharges out of the home at a higher elevation than the manhole in the street.

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1. What do I do if sewage backs up in my home?
2. Why should I call the Public Works Department first?
3. What if the cause of the backup is not in the main sewer?
4. Is the cost of clearing a blockage in the service line the homeowner's responsibility?
5. Do backwater valves help prevent sewage backing up into my basement?
6. Could an overhead sewer help prevent sewage backing up into my home?