Sewage Backup Solutions for Residential & Commercial Properties in Eastern Washington & Northern Idaho
When you’re dealing with a sewer line backup, you may wish you had any other kind of water damage instead. Why? For starters, you won’t forget the smell. But sewage backups can also create health hazards thanks to the abundance of harmful bacteria, not to mention structural damage. No matter why your property’s sewer line has overflowed, call Environment Control Restoration for swift, effective remediation service that’s highly regarded throughout eastern Washington and northern Idaho.
Solving Your Sewage Backup Problem
Cleaning up and recovering from a sewer line backup is a tough job for most people. The IICRC-certified specialists at Environment Control Restoration understand the requirements for complete water damage restoration and sanitization. We’ll work diligently to protect the health of you, your family, your employees, and anyone else who spends time in your property.
When to Call Us for Sewage Backup Remediation
Environment Control Restoration is always ready to spring into action to resolve sewer backup issues. Call us right away if you notice:
- Odors coming from your sewer drains
- Water backing up out of your floor drains (such as a shower, toilet, or sink)
- Gurgling toilets or sinks
- Slow drains
Causes of Sewer Line Backup
There are many ways to overload a sewer line and cause it to back up, but not everyone knows how much damage they could be doing on their own. Here’s what you should try to avoid in order to preserve the health of your sewer line in the future:
- Flushing anything other than toilet paper down the toilet
- Pouring oil, fat, or grease into a sink drain
- Neglecting to have an old sewer line inspected every few years
Of course, some of the causes of sewer backups are out of your hands—such as when tree roots grown around and into the pipes, or when heavy rains back up your city’s sewage system.
Get Started Today
Ready to put an end to the sewage backup issues affecting your home or business in eastern Washington or northern Idaho? Reach out to Environment Control Restoration today to schedule service.
Sewage Backup FAQs
If you’ve run into a sewage backup at your home or commercial property in Eastern Washington or Northern Idaho, relying on the professionals at Environment Control Restoration for a solution is the best choice you could make. If you have any questions about the remediation process we offer, why it’s so important, or the steps you can take to prevent a sewage backup at your property, get in touch with our team today. Or, before you do so, have a look at some of the frequently asked questions (FAQs) we get regarding sewage backups and the solutions we offer:
What Causes a Sewage Backup?
When you’re dealing with a sewage backup at your property, there could be several potential causes behind it. Calling in a team of experts like ours at Environment Control Restoration can help you get to the root cause, whether it’s:
- Clogged pipes
- Tree roots interfering with sewer lines
- Collapsed or cracked sewer pipes
- Heavy rainfall overwhelming municipal systems
- Aging infrastructure
More simply, any blockage or damage within your plumbing system can keep wastewater from flowing the way it’s supposed to. That, in turn, results in a backup.
Are Sewage Backups Dangerous?
Yes, sewage backups can be dangerous. Sewage water is highly contaminated and can contain bacteria, viruses, parasites, and other harmful chemicals. Exposure can cause illnesses, respiratory issues, and skin infections, plus there is the damage that can be done to flooring, drywall, insulation, and your personal belongings.
What Should I Do If I Experience a Sewage Backup At My Home or Business?
When you experience a sewage backup at your property, there are a few different measures to take on your own in addition to calling in a team of experts like the ones you’ll find at Environment Control Restoration. First and foremost, avoid contact with the contaminated water. You’ll also want to turn off the electricity in affected areas—as long as it’s safe to do so—and stop using your plumbing until the issue is resolved.
How Are Sewage Backups Fixed?
So, how can our team at Environment Control Restoration go about handling your sewage backup? We’ll first make sure to identify and clear the blockage, typically by using a drain snake or hydro jetting. If it’s necessary, we’ll then repair or replace your damaged sewer lines. There’s also the matter of extracting the contaminated water and conducting a thorough drying, cleaning, sanitizing, and deodorizing process to ensure everything is resolved and restored.
How Long Do Sewage Backups Take to Be Resolved?
Ultimately, the timeline of your sewage backup remediation project will depend on the severity of the problem you’re facing at your property. Minor clogs can be taken care of within just a few hours, while extensive contamination of your property’s interior and the subsequent repairs that are needed may take several days. The drying and sanitizing steps of the process that come after the initial repairs and water extraction are crucial, too, so the turnaround time also depends on what’s needed on those fronts. Moisture levels need to be returned to normal, plus the overall conditions within your home or business need to be safe for you and everyone else before the job is considered finished.
How Can Sewage Backups Be Prevented?
While some sewage backups may be unavoidable, there are some preventative steps you can take to be as safe as possible. Among them are to:
- Avoid flushing wipes, paper towels, and hygiene products
- Properly dispose of grease
- Schedule routine sewer line inspections
- Have a backwater valve installed
- Maintain the trees and landscaping surrounding your sewer lines
- Invest in regular maintenance to lessen the risk of costly problems