Keeping Things Clean
Sewage isn’t like other water. It carries a lot of bacteria, contaminants, and even pathogens and viruses. It’s a huge health hazard to be in the same room with it, and that’s why it’s not a job you can handle yourself. The Emergency Plumbing & Water Cleanup of Troy crew will help you clean up sewage and remove it. We then disinfect every surface it touches and dry the space so your home’s clean and safe again.
Why is Sewage a Health Hazard?
Sewage water (A.K.A. black water) is dangerous since it’s essentially a biological soup of biological, chemical, and gas hazards. Whenever sewage makes its way into your home, you’ll get exposed via ingestion, skin contact & inhalation.
You’re dealing with bacteria like E. coli, Salmonella, Shigella, and Campylobacter. Virus-wise, you can get exposed to Hepatitis A, Norovirus, Rotavirus, and Enteroviruses. Plus, there could even be parasites.
Either way, sewage water is a huge risk and this underscores just how fast you need to act to get it out of your home and far away from your family.
What Causes Sewage in the Home?
There are a few common reasons, so it’s never a random thing:
- A sewer line backup pushing waste up through drains and toilets
- An overflowing or failed toilet
- A blocked or collapsed main line
- A backed-up floor drain in the basement
- Heavy rain overwhelming the sewer system
If the sewage is coming from a backed up line, we’ll handle that for you, too!
How We Handle Sewage Cleanup in Troy, OH
So what can you expect from the Emergency Plumbing & Water Cleanup of Troy team when you have a sewage emergency? Here’s what we do and how we do it.
- We remove the sewage safely using protective gear and the right equipment. We’ll extract the sewage without further dirtying your home
- We clean and disinfect each surface, so harmful bacteria and contaminants are out of the picture and not just wiped around
- We dry the area with our structural drying process to pull out any remaining moisture, since a damp space that held sewage is actually a huge mold risk, too
- We finish the job, and if any materials are too contaminated to save or damage runs deep, we’ll hand off the restoration work to our trusted partners at Complete Detail Cleaning & Restoration!
Serving Troy and the Miami Valley
We’re based right in Troy on the southern bank of the Great Miami, so we’re right there if you’re in town or any surrounding area. We make our way out to other areas nearby too: Piqua, Huber Heights, Tipp City, and Sidney are frequent plumbing stops for us. If you’re in the area, or you’re not sure that you’re in the service area, give us a call! Don’t let a sewage spill affect you or your home for longer than it has to. Call us today and let the Emergency Plumbing & Water Cleanup of Troy team!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I clean up sewage myself?
It’s not a good idea. Sewage has a ton of bacteria and contaminants that are a major health risk. Cleaning it without any of the right gear and process can spread the problem around, literally, and make you sick, to boot. This is a job for trained pros, and the Emergency Plumbing & Water Cleanup of Troy crew knows how to do it right.
What should I do while I wait for you?
Keep people and pets far away from any sewage. Stop using water in the house so you’re not just adding to the problem. Most of all, don’t try and clean it all up yourself.
Can everything be saved?
Not always. Porous materials that soak up sewage and moisture (carpets, padding, etc.) sometimes have to be removed. But we save what we safely can and let you know what can be kept.