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Sewage Cleanup and Contaminated Water in Denver
Sewage and contaminated water carry bacteria and other hazards. Cleanup needs protective equipment, removal of affected materials and thorough sanitizing before anything is rebuilt.
If anyone is in danger or you smell gas, leave the building and call 911 first.
Service scope
What's included
Every project and service request starts with a written scope, so you know what is included before work begins.
- Sewage and contaminated water removal
- Removal of affected porous materials
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Drying and moisture monitoring
- Documentation for insurance
- Repairs and rebuilding
Keep people away from it
Keep children, pets and anyone with health concerns away from affected areas, and do not try to clean sewage without protective equipment. Turn off HVAC if it could spread odors or contaminants.
Remove, clean and sanitize
Carpet, pad, drywall and other porous materials that contacted sewage usually must be removed. Hard surfaces are cleaned and sanitized before drying begins.
Fix the cause
Backups often come from a blocked or damaged sewer line. Our plumbing team can inspect the line so it does not happen again.
Local knowledge
Sewage backups in Denver
Older Denver neighborhoods often have aging clay sewer laterals that roots and shifting soil can block. Heavy storms can also cause backups into basements.
Process
What happens when you call
Call
A person answers and asks what happened and whether anyone is at risk.
Safe next steps
We explain safe next steps for the conditions, and confirm when we can be there.
Protect
Stop the source, secure the property and limit further damage.
Document
Photos, readings and a written scope for you and your insurer.
Restore
Drying, cleaning and rebuilding with one coordinated team.
Questions
Questions and answers
Is sewage cleanup dangerous?
It can be. Sewage contains bacteria and other contaminants, so it should be handled with proper protective equipment.
Can carpet be saved?
Carpet and pad that contacted sewage usually cannot be safely saved.
Will insurance cover a sewer backup?
Many policies require a specific sewer backup endorsement. Check with your insurer.
Can you inspect the sewer line?
Yes, through our plumbing service.
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