Who do I call if my sewer line is plugged or running slow?

Sometimes it is difficult to determine if a sanitary sewer backup is caused by a blockage on the City public sewer main (typically at the street) or the homeowner’s private sanitary lateral (the pipe connecting the house to the City main). If you are not sure, please contact the Wastewater Collection Unit at (937) 645-7344 to help determine the cause of the problem. There is no charge for this service.

The City will correct any problems in the City main. The homeowner is responsible for any blockages in the private sanitary lateral.

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1. What if I have sewer odor in my house?
2. Who do I call after hours for a sewer back-up?
3. How can I prevent wastewater from backing into my home?
4. Who do I call if my sewer line is plugged or running slow?
5. Who do I contact if a manhole is overflowing?
6. Why is there a manhole in my yard?
7. Where does the sanitary sewer (wastewater) go?
8. Are tours of the Water Reclamation Facility available?
9. Is there anything I can do to help?
10. I am building a new structure. How can I determine my System Capacity Charges (Tap Fee)?