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Sewage Cleanup and Emergency Services

Whether it’s a flooded home or septic tank failure, turn to professional sewage cleanup and sanitation services for complete property restoration.

Eliminating odor, water damage, bacteria, and other disastrous sewage backup issues requires the help of experienced professionals.

Rainbow Restoration® is well-versed in sewage cleanup and sanitation services. It’s just one of the many specialty cleaning services Rainbow Restoration offers for residential properties.

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Sewage Cleanup and Emergency Services
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Professional Sewage Cleanup Services

A Rainbow Restoration service professional inspects a home during sewage cleanup services.

  • Septic Tank Failure

    Septic tank failure and sewage backup pose serious health issues for occupants and require biohazard cleanup. When a septic system malfunctions, it leaks untreated sewage that can lead to:

    • Sewage on the ground surrounding the tank or drainfield
    • Sewage backup in the pipes within the home
    • Sewage backup appearing in drains around the home

    Rainbow Restoration professionals evaluate the unique circumstances of a septic tank failure and tailor their techniques to ensure effective remediation.

  • Sewage Backup

    Sewage backup in a basement — or any area of a home — is cause for concern. Raw sewage is a biohazard, and only professionals have the tools and expertise to address it safely.

    Rainbow Restoration will remove contaminated porous materials, clean and sanitize non-porous materials, and eliminate lingering odors to restore the building to its best possible condition.

  • Toilet Overflow

    When a toilet overflows, it’s a messy and potentially hazardous situation. The overflowing water can damage flooring, walls, and even a building’s structure, not to mention the potential mold growth if not addressed immediately.

    Hire Rainbow Restoration for toilet overflow cleanup to minimize health risks, prevent further damage, and restore the property to a safe and habitable condition.

  • Odor Removal

    Foul odors can linger in a building after a sewage spill or backup if it’s not professionally addressed.

    Rainbow Restoration’s odor removal services target bacteria and remove sewage smells to help restore the space.

  • Sewage backup can happen at any time – and it’s never convenient. Rainbow Restoration’s 24/7 emergency services ensure occupants can return to the property as soon as possible.

  • Rainbow Restoration has been helping property owners  when disaster strikes since 1981. IICRC-certified service professionals provide fast and effective services when they’re needed most.

  • Count on the Neighborly Done Right Promise™ for peace of mind that the job will be done right.

  • Rainbow Restoration’s trained and certified service professionals will follow up with recommendations for mold removal and other services that may be necessary to restore the building to its best possible condition.

  • The Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) ensures professionals are fully educated about the warning signs of mold and how to properly remove it. Rainbow Restoration service professionals are IICRC-certified, so they provide expert service.

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Sewage Damage Cleanup Process

Rainbow Restoration’s service professionals use a multi-step process to return each property to a clean and functional state.

Each step is conducted with precision and care by Rainbow Restoration’s service professionals who:

  1. Wear proper protective gear to prevent inhalation and contact with skin or eyes. Assess the extent of the failure and damage.
  2. Contain affected areas and implement safeguards to protect unaffected areas.
  3. Extract excess water and sewage.
  4. Remove damaged or contaminated material.
  5. Clean, dry, and sanitize any affected materials.
  6. Eliminate odors and other contaminants.
  7. Identify mold growth and recommend a plan of action.

Even brief contact with sewage or black water — whether by skin or through the air — can be harmful. That’s why sewage cleanup experts always take the proper safety precautions.

Due to the complexity and riskiness of this process, homeowners should not attempt to clean up a sewage backup on their own. Call Rainbow Restoration to mitigate sewage cleanup risks.

Sewage Damage Cleanup Process
A Rainbow Restoration service professional cleans and sanitizes an area during sewage cleanup.

Prevent Sewer Backup

Ideally, there shouldn’t be a sewage backup to begin with. With the help of an excellent plumber, property owners can significantly reduce the chance of a sewage backup:

  • Install new pipes. Older sewer pipes are prone to wearing down and cracking. Upgrade pipes before small issues turn into major ones.
  • Keep clear drains. Develop good habits for disposing of various items in the trash. Use the garbage can for grease, paper towels, wipes, feminine products, or other waste that could clog a pipe.
  • Avoid chemical drain cleaners. Chemical drain cleaners are harsh on pipes and can weaken connection points. Opt for natural drain cleaners like white vinegar, baking soda, and hot water.
  • Install a backwater valve. Install a backwater valve or backflow preventer, to ensure the sewage from a house flows in one direction: out.
  • Don’t connect black water lines with sanitary lines. Black water is sewage water; it should never be connected to a clean water line.
Prevent Sewer Backup
A Rainbow Restoration service professional gives a homeowner advice on preventing sewer backups.

Find Sewage Cleanup Near You

Dealing with sewage cleanup is unpleasant and dangerous. Leave it to your local Rainbow Restoration to restore a home safely and thoroughly.

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Sewage Cleanup FAQ

Rainbow Restoration experts provided industry insights on the most common sewage cleanup questions.

  • Sewage spills are hazardous and should always be dealt with by a professional. They’ll resolve the source of the spill, remove excess water and waste, remove contaminated materials, and clean the affected area with the appropriate cleaning solutions.

Residential and Commercial Services

From water damage restoration, fire damage restoration, mold removal, to specialty cleaning services, we have the expertise property owners can trust for complete restoration and cleaning after a disaster or emergency.

Customer Reviews

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    I always recommend Matt at Rainbow. I've received multiple compliments from my insured's letting me know what a great job they have done, and how quickly they were able to get the job done. I highly recommend this company to anyone looking for a fast, honest, & reliable restoration contractor.

    Tara S.
    5/5
    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
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    I highly recommend Rainbow Restoration! They did an excellent job and were able to fit us in right after I called and their rates were by far the best I found. They take great pride in their work and that was apparent on the job they did.

    Julie
    5/5
    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
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    I just want to thank Mr. Al Watson, General Manager, and his crew for all their hard work they are doing at this present time to get my parents house back in good condition after our house fire we had.

    Kevin J.
    5/5
    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
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