Dealing With Stinky Sewage Leaks Safely

4/1/2024 (Permalink)

Let SERVPRO help you and your family recover from sewage leaks around your home.

If you had to list the top disaster situations that you would want to avoid in your home, we would bet suffering from a sewage leak would be a part of that list. The sheer gross factor, coupled with the potential danger, can be really frustrating to deal with.

Unfortunately, sewage leaks are a relatively common issue that homeowners face across the country every day! Because this situation could happen to you at any point, it is important to know what to do immediately upon discovery as well as what to do right after to help you stay in control.

Addressing the Situation

Sewage and wastewater is meant to flow down and away from our homes in designated pipes. However, that process doesn’t always happen the way it should. If some sort of clog or blockage stops the flow of water in your pipe, it can cause the sewage to be forced backwards into your sinks, toilets and tubs. Sewage can also leak directly out of your pipes if you have any loose connections or if the pipe is starting to experience wear and tear.

No matter how the stinky situation started, it is crucial that you avoid coming into contact with the water. Sewage is considered a toxic substance and you should always exercise extreme caution. Sewage can be harboring dangerous bacteria, different viruses and microbes that can make you really sick.

Stay clear of the situation while you assess your space, and if you can access the water shutoff valve from a dry location, do so right away to stop the flow of water onto your floors. After that, open up some windows and start ventilating the area. You should also get us on the phone right away!

Where Our Restoration Team Can Help

While you may think that cleaning it up yourself might be the easiest course of action, we really recommend that you don’t do that. Our cleaning and sanitization team is highly trained for situations like this, and we have the tools and proper safety gear to stay protected during the cleanup process. Once you make contact with us and we are on the way, start taking some photos of the situation. You will want them for your insurance claim, even though they will most likely never be framed or put into a scrapbook.

Our team will focus our efforts on locating the source of the leak and fixing any problems that we discover. At the same time, our cleaning crew will get to work to remove the sewage and standing water. We will also make sure to sanitize and deep clean the entire space to ensure it is safe to return to. Finally, we can employ our deodorizers to remove any lingering stinky smells from your space and your upholstery.

Don’t let a sewage leak derail your week! Contact us right away so we can take care of your home and remove the mess for you with ease.

Sewage leaks should always be cleaned up by professionals. Call SERVPRO® and we will take care of you.