How to Handle a Sewage Break

Water damage is bad enough, but sewage breaks are flat out disgusting.  Removing the sewage from your home or business is a no-brainer --- the sooner, the better.  Sewage ruins furniture, walls, air ducts, carpeting, etc.  If left unattended to for prolonged periods of time, it becomes toxis and leads to more damage, such as mold, mildew and airborne diseases.  These are serious health threats, not to be taken lightly. 

Taking care of the problem correctly requires protective gear, specialized cleaning agents, and high-tech sewage cleanup equipment.  For this reason, sewage cleanup is generally not the best DIY project.  Sewage cleanup is best left in the hands of professionals. 

If you experience a sewage break in your home or business, take the following steps to ensure that the problem is addressed safely and efficiently:

1. Turn off electricity to the affected area.
2. Shut off the main water supply and call a plumber.  Be sure to look for one that provides emergency service to ensure a timely arrival.
3. Contact a local emergency sewage cleanup service.  If you live in the Greater Rochester, NY area, call Renewit Cleaning & Restoration at 585-473-7821.  We are available 24/7/365.
4. Call your insurance company to ensure that the damage is covered under your policy.

Renewit (and any reputable emergency sewage cleanup service in your area) will send a team of experts to assess the damage and propose a comprehensive plan to remove the sewage from your home or business.  Your emergency sewage cleanup service will most likely:

1. Use water extraction systems to remove and dispose of the water and sewage overflow.
2. Remove porous, contaminated content and structural material, such as carpet/carpet padding, drywall, insulation, moldings, etc.
3. Disinfect non-porous contaminated surfaces using specialized cleaning agents and antimicrobials.
4. Deep clean any salvageable carpeting or upholstered furniture using hot water extraction.
5. Speed the drying process and remove moisture using industrial strength dehumidifiers.
6. Deordorize the affected area if needed.

If you live in the Greater Rochester, NY area and choose to call Renewit, rest assured that our team is trained, certified and experienced in sewage cleanup.  We won't leave until your property is fresh, clean and sanitized!  Remember, the longer you wait, the more serious the health risks become --- quick reaction time can save your property and valuables from the long-term effects of water damage and microbial growth. 

Call Renewit today!  585-473-7821