If your home has a basement bathroom, laundry room or any plumbing fixture below the main sewer line, you’re likely relying on an ejector pump to keep things flowing in the right direction. At Bayou Crew Plumbing, we install, service and replace pumps for homes across Baton Rouge. Trust us to help you avoid sewage backflow issues, water damage and other serious messes.
When your sewer ejector pump isn’t working properly, you may not notice it until something starts to smell or rise. That’s why we recommend calling our licensed Baton Rouge plumbers at the first sign of trouble. We’ll inspect your system, identify the issue and provide honest, flat-rate service to get things pumping again.
A sewage ejector pump is designed to push wastewater from lower-level plumbing fixtures like toilets, sinks and washing machines up into your home’s main sewer line or septic system. Without it, waste would sit and stagnate below grade, creating health hazards and damage.
These pumps are typically found in homes with:
When working properly, an ejector pump quietly does its job in the background. However, when it fails, it can lead to slow drains, foul odors or sewage backup, none of which you want in your home.
Our crew handles everything from minor fixes to full pump replacements. If your current system can be repaired, we’ll handle it with quality parts and a quick turnaround. If it’s reached the end of its lifespan — typically around 7-10 years — we’ll recommend a new system that’s properly sized for your home’s needs.
We install high-performance sewer ejector pumps that can handle heavy use, especially in multi-bathroom homes or properties with large families. We’ll always ensure the basin, check valves and discharge lines are in good condition before calling the job complete.
Not sure if your pump is working as it should? Here are a few signs it’s time to call Bayou Crew:
If you’re experiencing any of these issues, don’t wait for your home to turn into a bayou! A failing system can go from a minor inconvenience to a major cleanup fast. Our team responds quickly, diagnoses the cause and gets your system back in shape without unnecessary stressors.
Here in Baton Rouge, many homes — especially in neighborhoods like Southdowns, Sherwood Fores, and parts of Mid City — were built with finished basements or lower-level additions. In areas with older sewer infrastructure or sloped lots, it’s common for bathrooms, laundry rooms or utility sinks to be located below the main sewer line.
That’s where an ejector pump comes in. Without one, waste from those lower-level fixtures would have no way to reach your home’s main sewer system. Whether you live near the Mississippi river or in a more elevated part of town, your plumbing layout may rely on this behind-the-scenes equipment more than you realize.
Bayou Crew Plumbing knows Baton Rouge homes inside and out. We’ve worked in classic brick ranches off Highland Road, newer developments in Central and everything in between. If you’re noticing unusual smells or drainage issues in your lower level, trust the local team that knows what to look for and how to fix it fast.
Sewer systems aren’t the most glamorous part of homeownership, but they are one of the most important. Bayou Crew Plumbing brings decades of experience and professionalism to every job. Our team treats your home with care, thoroughly explains your options and gets the work done the right way.
We’re proud to be the go-to plumbers in Baton Rouge and nearby areas. When you call us, you’re expertise from licensed pros and service backed by integrity.
If your pump is acting up or you’re adding new fixtures below grade, Bayou Crew Plumbing is here to help. We offer honest assessments, professional installation and fast prompt plumbing repairs across the Baton Rouge area. Contact us today to ensure your home remains functional and dry indefinitely!