Who Pays for Sewer Line Repair in Fort Worth: You or the City?
The private lateral is yours
In Fort Worth, the property owner is generally responsible for the service lateral from the house to the connection at the public main. Fort Worth Water maintains the public main itself.
If neighbors are backing up too
Several homes on the same street backing up at once points to the city main. Call Fort Worth Water's customer service line first.
Insurance
Standard homeowner policies often exclude sewer line repair but may cover resulting water damage. Ask your agent about a service line endorsement.
When you're ready for a definitive answer, schedule emergency sewer service or call 817-518-0414.