Raw sewage is known to contain a significant amount of hazardous substances. Microbes and bacteria run rampant within city sewer lines, and when these enter your home, it can quickly create a hazardous environment.
It is quite common for property owners to attempt the cleanup themselves, however we do not recommend they do so. Sewage backups that are not properly cleaned can lead to severe issues in the future. These issues can include the growths of black mold, structural decay or other hazardous conditions.
At DeShano Restoration, we have made it a mission to restore damaged properties to their pre-loss condition. Working in the industry since 2011, we have the expertise and experience to handle even the toughest restoration projects.
Serving the communities of Gladwin, Harrison, Clare, Beaverton, Coleman, Edenville, Midland, Auburn, Linwood, Pinconning, Standish, West Branch, Houghton Lake, Farwell, Rose City, Lupton, Prescott, Omer, and Bay City, we will quickly respond to your property in the event of an emergency.
Damage to your property? Need to act fast? Call DeShano Restoration NOW at 1-800-234-0800, available 7AM – 4PM, Mon. – Fri.
Hazards of a Sewage Back up- What You Need to Know
Depending upon the extent of the sewage back up, there are several actions that must be taken to ensure the safety of the building occupants.
In the event of a raw sewage backup in your property, it is important to turn off the power breakers feeding the affected areas. Exposed appliances or electrical outlets could create a hazardous environment if electricity is still flowing.
Use extreme caution during this process to avoid electrocution. Action you can take requires wearing rubber boots while on the premises, avoid standing in water while turning the breaker off and using rubber gloves while making contact with the property’s breaker panel.
If the backup occurred in the kitchen area, all food must be properly disposed of. Bacteria and viruses such as Hepatitis A could become exposed to your food, which can cause severe reactions if ingested. Although these hazards are not airborne, it is very easy for small particles to encounter your food, kitchen utensils, medicines, and other exposed items.
Proper sanitation must occur prior to handling any contents within the affected areas. Each item must be addressed with proper care to safely save salvageable contents after a sewage back up.
Textiles and clothing must be handled with the upmost care when exposed to raw sewage. Only a professional can properly evaluate which items are salvageable and which ones must be disposed.
Per the IICRC, sewage backups are considered a category 4 loss. Contact with any porous substances requires immediate disposal. At DeShano Restoration, our technicians can sort through the mess and working with your insurance company to report unsalvageable materials and items.
Damage to your property? Need to act fast? Call DeShano Restoration NOW at 1-800-234-0800
At DeShano Restoration, we have a long track record of successfully mitigating damage from sewer backups. Per the IICRC standards, anything porous, such as drywall, insulation, textiles and fabrics is deemed unsalvageable. However, in the areas that can be dried, our team is equipped with all the proper equipment to extract, mitigate, sanitize and dry.
When you choose DeShano Restoration, we will follow a specific and proven process to restore your property to its pre-loss condition.
Depending upon your hazard insurance policy, damage from a sewage back up could be covered. At DeShano Restoration, we work directly with your insurance company to help keep the claims process flowing smoothly. Delivering accurate records is key in keeping the claims process moving. Our team can work with your insurance company directly, taking the work off your plate.
With over 50 years in business, we have developed strong relationships with the insurance companies within central- Michigan. Our crews will assist the claim process by taking photos, checking moisture readings daily, and documenting unsalvageable items to be replaced.
With over 50 years of experience in the construction industry, DeShano Restoration was founded in 2011. We believe a large portion of our success is staying active within our industry. That is why we are affiliated with the Better Business Bureau, IICRC, Associated General Contractors of America, Restoration Industry Association, Michigan Association of Homebuilders and the Michigan Chamber of Commerce.
You never know when your sewage lines will fail. Ensure safe remediation and restoration by calling the true professionals at DeShano Restoration. Office hours: 7AM – 4PM, Mon. – Fri.
Licensed, bonded and insured, we undertake the entire project from start to finish while working directly with your insurance company to ensure your claim is processed in a smooth and efficient manner.
Serving the communities of Gladwin, Harrison, Clare, Beaverton, Coleman, Edenville, Midland, Auburn, Linwood, Pinconning, Standish, West Branch, Houghton Lake, Farwell, Rose City, Lupton, Prescott, Omer, and Bay City, we will quickly respond to your property in the event of an emergency.
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