Cleanup and Disinfection

Sewage backups can be a major inconvenience and health hazard. If you experience a sewage backup, it’s important to contact a professional sewage cleanup service immediately. Sewage contains harmful bacteria and viruses that can cause serious illness. A professional sewage cleanup service will have the experience and equipment to safely and effectively clean up and disinfect your property.

• Safety first: Protect yourself by wearing gloves and a mask when cleaning up sewage.
• Call for help: Contact a professional sewage cleanup service for safe and thorough cleanup.
• Remove sewage: Use a wet/dry vacuum to remove sewage from floors, carpets, and furniture.
• Disinfect surfaces: Use a bleach solution to disinfect all surfaces that came into contact with sewage.
• Dry out the area: Open windows and doors to ventilate the area and speed up drying.

Effects of Sewage Backup

Sewage backups can have a number of negative effects on your property and health, including:

• Property damage: Sewage can damage floors, walls, and furniture. It can also cause mold growth.
• Health hazards: Sewage contains harmful bacteria and viruses that can cause serious illness. Symptoms of exposure to sewage can include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and fever.
• Psychological distress: Sewage backups can be a major source of stress and anxiety.

How do I disinfect my basement after a sewer backup?

If your basement has been flooded with sewage, it’s important to disinfect the area as soon as possible. Here are the steps to follow:

• Remove all sewage-contaminated materials: This includes removing any furniture, carpets, and other items that have been in contact with sewage.
• Clean and disinfect surfaces: Use a bleach solution to clean and disinfect all surfaces that have been in contact with sewage. Be sure to wear gloves and a mask when cleaning up sewage.
• Dry out the area: Open windows and doors to ventilate the area and speed up drying. You may also want to use fans to help dry out the area.
• Contact a professional sewage cleanup service: If you are not comfortable cleaning up sewage yourself, contact a professional sewage cleanup service. A professional sewage cleanup service will have the experience and equipment to safely and effectively clean up your basement.