Sewage Backup? Don't Touch It — Get a Pro, 24/7.
Sewage is “Category 3” water — the industry's most contaminated classification. It requires protective equipment, containment, antimicrobial treatment, and safe disposal. Keep kids and pets away, don't run water into affected drains, and call. We'll dispatch a crew equipped for it, 24/7.
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⚠ Before the crew arrives
Keep children and pets out of the affected area. Don't run water into any drain connected to the backup. Don't try to mop or vacuum it — household equipment can't make Category 3 water safe, and contact carries real health risk.
Safe Cleanup, Step by Step
- Containment — the affected area is isolated so contamination doesn't spread through the home.
- Extraction & removal — contaminated water out; porous materials that absorbed sewage (carpet pad, drywall) removed, not sanitized.
- Cleaning & antimicrobial application — hard surfaces cleaned and treated.
- Structural drying — with daily moisture monitoring.
- Clearance & rebuild — replacement of removed materials once the space is verified clean and dry.
All aligned with the ANSI/IICRC S500 standard for Category 3 losses.
Why Not DIY
Household disinfectants and a wet vac can't make Category 3 materials safe. Porous materials that absorbed sewage generally must be removed — that's the standard, not an upsell. A professional crew documents exactly what was removed and why, which protects your health and your insurance claim.
Sewage Cleanup FAQ
Is sewage backup covered by insurance?
Often only with a specific sewer-backup endorsement on your policy — it's frequently an optional add-on, not standard. Check your policy or ask your agent; your crew documents everything regardless so a claim can be filed accurately.
How long does sewage cleanup take?
Containment and removal usually happen the first day; drying and clearance typically add 3–5 monitored days, with rebuild scoped separately. Your written estimate lays out the timeline.
Is it safe to stay in the house?
Often yes, if the affected area can be fully contained and it isn't your only bathroom. The crew will tell you honestly after inspection — health comes before convenience.
Don't Wait On This One — and Don't DIY It.
24/7 crews with containment equipment · Free estimates