Trusted Sewer Damage Cleanup From UWRG Toronto
A sewage backup is one of the most serious calls a homeowner can make, and they’re sadly all too common in cities with aging plumbing systems. Areas with older combined sewer systems can quickly become overwhelmed, a lesson learned during the major flood of 2013. Regardless of where the problem comes from, be it a backup in municipal sewers or some kind of blockage in your lines, sewage backups require a prompt response. That’s why UWRG Toronto offers 24/7 sewage cleanup in Toronto, ON.
We’re here to respond to your emergencies all day, every day, and our trained technicians have all the tools they need to clean up and sanitize your home after sewage strikes. We follow strict protocols to safely remove contaminated material and return your home to its rightful state. Reach out to us today and we’ll be right over to help solve your restoration problems!
Our Sewage Cleanup Process
After your home has dealt with a major disaster, like a sewage backup, it can be helpful to understand what all goes into the sewer damage cleanup process. Let us take some of that stress off your shoulders with a peek behind the curtain at how everything works:
- Call response: Everything begins with you picking up the phone and reaching out to our team for sewage cleanup services in Toronto. We have real team members ready to field your calls 24/7.
- Assessment and containment: Before we can get into the full cleanup process, the affected area needs to be properly contained and the damage needs to be fully assessed. This way, contaminants can’t spread to other rooms during cleanup and we can pin down a strategy to get your home back together.
- Water extraction: Next, we’ll get going on the water damage cleanup process and start extracting contaminated water. We use specialized equipment to safely get the sewage water out and away from your home as quickly as possible to reduce damage.
- Cleaning and disinfection: Once all of the dangerous water has been removed we thoroughly clean and disinfect everything in compliance with strategies built to handle Category 3 black water.
- Drying: We bring in powerful tools to completely dry the area, leaving no corner or hidden surface untouched. This helps prevent mold growth and ensures the area is ready for rebuilding.
- Restoration and rebuilding: Finally, we can start putting the pieces back together. We’ll handle everything from flooring to drywall, removing anything that can’t be saved and rebuilding to get your home back to how you remember it.
Why Category 3 Water Damage is Different
Not all water damage is handled the same way, and it’s broken into 3 distinct categories to help technicians safely approach it. Category 1 water is generally safe to interact with and comes from areas like water supply lines. Category 2 grey water is more dangerous and originates from appliances and other water-using systems. It can be more dangerous as microbes and other dangers can be present. Finally, Category 3 black water is the most hazardous. It contains contaminants related to wastewater, floodwater and more. It also requires complete protection to safely handle.
Strict containment processes are required to isolate affected areas and specialized personnel protection is a must to keep technicians safe from harm. Any and all porous materials affected by this type of water need to be completely removed as any absorbed contaminants make them health risks.
Schedule With UWRG Toronto Today!
Sewage cleanup in Toronto, ON, backed by prompt responses and an exceptional team, is absolutely vital to getting your home back in order. The team at United Water Restoration Group of Toronto is fully committed to your home’s restoration and your peace of mind, that’s why you’ll always get the following advantages when you partner with us:
- Immediate emergency response: You won’t be left in a lurch when you contact our team, we’ll try to have an operations manager out within the hour and the full team shortly afterward. We’re here 24/7 to respond as quickly as possible to your sewage cleanup needs.
- Certified sanitation and containment: We understand the risks that come with handling, cleaning and removing sewage. Our technicians are highly trained to handle dangerous situations.
- Extensive experience: We’ve been on the ground in Toronto supporting major restoration projects for over a decade and are intimately familiar with the area’s buildings and the best ways to clean them.
- Satisfaction guaranteed: We won’t rest until you’re completely satisfied with our restoration services. We’re committed to returning your home to its pre-loss state!
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if a sewage backup happens in my home?
Immediately clear the area if possible and keep all children and pets away. Avoid any contact with the contaminated water and immediately reach out to us for sewage cleanup services in Toronto, ON. Sewage backups should be treated as emergencies and require a prompt professional response to minimize damage and sanitize the area completely.
How long does sewage cleanup take?
It depends on the extent of the damage and the size of the area that’s affected. Your timeline can also change depending on the amount of materials and belongings that are contaminated. However, we try to prioritize this type of work as it comes with major health concerns. Your team will let you know how long they expect things to take once your property is assessed.
Can you also fix the plumbing issue that caused the backup?
We don’t directly provide plumbing services during sewage damage cleanup, but we partner with several vetted partners that we trust to repair your plumbing. We’ll help set up contact and pickup with the restoration process as soon as they wrap up the plumbing repairs.