Professional Sewage Clean-Up

Sewage is a general term encompassing raw sewage, septic tank waste and sewage sludge (separated and processed solid waste). It is more than just black or gray water carrying human excrement. It may also consist of solid waste products or organic compounds such as household chemicals and pharmaceuticals. Sewage may also contain debris, hazardous industrial chemicals, or contaminants such as phosphorous and nitrogen.

Exposure occurs when pipes or septic tanks become blocked and start to back up, eventually forcing the sewage to spill out. People then become vulnerable to negative effects by breathing in sewage vapor, making direct physical contact with sewage and then touching the eyes or face, or through infection via scratches or cuts.

Cracked, worn, or poorly fitted pipes can cause a spill, even if they have not become clogged with solid waste. Poorly maintained septic tanks back up with sewage sludge, which can result in a spill. Improper drainage in the home can also contribute. Large-scale spills on the community level may be caused by a mechanical or power failure at sewage treatment plants, structural defects in transport pipes, or by environmental factors like heavy rains, flooding, and invading tree roots.

There are numerous risks associated with exposure to sewage, which can impact individuals, communities, and ecosystems. Even treated sewage contains fungi, disease-causing pathogens, and microorganisms such as viruses, parasites, and bacteria.

Avoid the area and immediately contact sewage-cleanup experts who can handle decontamination and repair to a professional degree. Remove and thoroughly wash any clothing worn when near sewage and apply the same diligent hygiene to your hands, face, and body. Contact a medical professional for a checkup to ensure there are no underlying effects from exposure.

Professional technicians will act quickly to minimize any damage by using state-of-the-art equipment and protective gear to remove sewage water, address any health concerns, and restore the premises to a condition of safety and beauty. Temporary evacuation of the site may be necessary in some cases until remediation is complete.

No. Even objects and areas seemingly untouched by a sewage spill can be contaminated by harmful droplets and microdroplets that are invisible to the naked eye. This hazard is often a direct result of unprofessional cleanup attempts.

Various factors make a universal quote impossible. These include but are not limited to the amount of sewage, the level of damage caused, the size of the space, and whether mold remediation is necessary. Sometimes the cost of repair rests wholly with the property owner, but this is not always the case.

Landlords, previous repair teams, municipal authorities, or insurance companies may be required to contribute to cleanup expenses. The possibility of shared financial responsibility is entirely dependent on the nature of the spill and the contents of the insurance policy (particularly if the sewage spill is the result of a flood).

The Dry House Restoration team has certified technicians who offer a 24-hour rapid response emergency sewage cleanup in Frederick. Dry House Restoration has extensive experience in helping homes and businesses make complete recoveries from sewage incidents, and the team works with insurance companies to provide the highest standards of service in the Frederick area.