Professional Sewage Backup Cleaning: New York & The Tri-State Area
Our technicians will make your commercial or residential building safe again
Nobody wants to deal with a sewage backup, but they can and do happen. From unbearable doors to destroyed belongings and health risks, the key to dealing with sewer water is a fast response. Trust Manhattan Flood to eliminate the aftermath of sewage backups.
We’re the go-to service for New York and Tri-State properties. The longer you wait, the worse the problem will get. Contact us 24/7, any day of the year, and we’ll deploy a rapid response team.
Trust our sewage cleanup service to restore your property to its pre-loss condition
All forms of water damage can be concerning, but sewage water contains bacteria and contaminants that pose extreme health risks. Acting immediately is the only way to protect your building and reduce the risks of infections, stomach issues, and long-term property damage.
Attempting to remove raw sewage alone can put you at risk of infections and cause further damage to affected areas. Our sewage cleanup experts have the know-how and equipment to remove contaminated water, sanitize, and repair the property.
We’re experts in:
- Removing raw sewage and wastewater
- Moisture removal and property drying
- Odor removal and sanitization
- Sewer pipe and structural repairs
- Mold Remediation
- Limiting losses
- Structural repairs
Why professional sewage backup cleaning services give your property the best chance of making a full recovery
Sewage backups can occur for a range of reasons, including trees impacting sewer lines, clogged pipes, toilet overflows, and severe floods.
Whether the issue is a basement flood, issues with your pipes, collapsed sewer lines, toilet overflows, or a natural disaster, dealing with the issue immediately gives your property the best chance of a full recovery.
Property damage
Water from sewage backups can destroy personal belongings and compromise electrical systems, creating fire hazards. If it penetrates your building’s flooring, walls, and ceilings, water damage can lead to structural issues that make your property unfit for occupation.
Any belongings exposed to contaminated water might be unsalvageable—especially if exposed to bacteria. The immediate and long-term repair expenses can be vast.
Health risks
Sewage water (also known as black water) is the most dangerous form of water damage. It causes microbial growth, including harmful bacteria such as salmonella, hepatitis A, and E. coli. Exposure to these might increase your risk of infections and gastrointestinal conditions.
Beyond the immediate health problems, microbial growth can infiltrate air conditioning systems and impact air quality. Breathing in these spores can cause long-term complications.
Mold growth
Where there’s moisture, there’s mold. Sewer backups often encourage mold spores to multiply, causing allergic reactions and infiltrating organic materials. Mold isn’t always visible, and long-term exposure can result in ongoing health problems, including sinus infections and respiratory issues.
If the spores spread, you’ll need professional mold remediation services, which can be avoided by immediately addressing sewage backups.
Financial burdens
Leaving sewage backups to worsen in your home or business leads to expensive repairs. The property will require reconstruction services once the building’s structural elements are compromised. Contacting us immediately saves money and reverses the damage.
What causes a sewage backup?
When your sewer lines can’t carry wastewater away, it flows back into a residential property or commercial building. There are numerous potential causes of backups, with the most common being:
-
Blockages: Clogged pipes, toilets, and issues within the main sewer line can prevent wastewater from flowing correctly through the system. When this happens, it causes a backup.
-
Pipe Damage: Over time, sewage lines can experience cracks and damage. Failing to fix them immediately could result in the line collapsing completely.
-
Tree Roots: When tree roots penetrate your sewage line, they can expand and block wastewater from diverting from the property.
-
Flooding: New York is vulnerable to flooding, and excess rain within your sewer system might create too much pressure, resulting in the sewage flowing back into the property.
We eliminate sewage backups. Fast
When you contact Manhattan Flood Restoration, you gain access to a team of certified experts who will be there for you night and day. We know the only way to save your home from long-term sewage backup damage is to mitigate it immediately.
Sewage problems won’t just disappear; our professionally trained technicians are ready to expel them from your property.
Our sewage cleanup process:
Property inspection and emergency interventions
When we first visit your property, we’ll inspect the damage and determine the root cause. Our experts will prevent further damage by turning off your water supply, boarding up windows, and taking steps to contain the contaminated water and prevent it from impacting other areas of your building.
Sewage water extraction
The next step is to remove standing water from the room. We use industry-grade wet vacuums to extract sewage water and dispose of solid waste safely. The extraction stage removes excess moisture and prevents mold spores from growing.
Bio-washing and disinfecting infected areas
All affected areas must undergo intensive cleaning, using detergents and hot water to kill bacteria. We use EPA-approved disinfectants, which offer the best results and ensure your property is fit for occupancy. Our experts also use pressure washers and air scrubbers to sanitize the area.
Drying the property
Just because a grossly contaminated property is sanitized doesn’t mean mold spores won’t thrive. We need to remove excess moisture from affected rooms and have access to industry-grade air movers. Once the property is dry, we’ll test the air quality with moisture meters.
Deodorization
Sewage backups can leave lingering odors that standard products won’t treat. We use specialist deodorizing agents to neutralize the environment and remove all traces of sewer water damage. Extensive contamination might require air purifiers.
Repairs
Unfortunately, sewage water can contaminate furnishings, clothing, and other items. We’ll salvage your personal belongings wherever possible, but this isn’t always a guarantee. If we have to dispose of your items, we’ll document everything and add them to your insurance claim.
Reconstruction
Once our sewage backup cleanup process is complete, we’ll deploy expert contractors to reconstruct your property. Whether it’s installing new carpets, repainting the room, or making structural repairs, we offer a full-service solution.
Why choose Manhattan Flood Restoration?
We’re one of New York and the Tri-State Area’s most trusted remediation and restoration services. Our combined decades of experience enable us to treat properties of all sizes quickly and effectively.
Working with us gives you access to a team that will always go the extra mile to recover your property and prevent further losses.
Insurance claim support
Trying to get a fair payment from your insurance company can feel like a never-ending battle. As part of our services, we support you throughout your insurance claim, meeting the adjuster on-site and securing the payment you deserve.
We’ve dealt with complex cases and always justify our estimates by providing clear documentation and our complete recovery plan. With us, you’ll never need to worry about being out of pocket.
Fair pricing
Sewage damage can be challenging to mitigate, and completely recovering your property is an investment. But that doesn’t mean you need to pay excessive amounts. When we visit your property and complete the inspection, you’ll receive a free, zero-obligation estimate.
With a commitment to putting each client first, we never overcharge and pride ourselves on providing ongoing support.
Industry-grade equipment
Dealing with a sewer backup alone puts your health at risk, and you might not be able to remove all traces of bacteria. We have access to industry-grade equipment, including air scrubbers, water extraction tools, and sanitizers.
Our ability to remove all traces of damage from areas affected by sewage water and extinguish unpleasant odors means your property will return to its pre-loss state.
Fully certified technicians
Every Manhattan Flood Restoration technician on our team undergoes extensive training and earns IICRC certifications to prove their expertise.
As a Restoration Industry Association (RIA) member and an EPA-certified firm, we operate under set guidelines. You can have peace of mind that we’ll treat your property with respect.
Our sewage backup support locations
We offer rapid-response sewage backup services in New York and the Tri-State Area. No matter how extensive your damage is, our dedicated technicians provide immediate services in the following areas:
Certifications
Previous water damage restoration projects
Get a free sewage cleanup estimate today
Sewage damage can compromise your health and cause ongoing damage to your property. The best way to make it safe again is to treat the problem instantly. If you’re ready to access our professional cleanup services, please use the contact form, and we’ll contact you.
Are you dealing with an emergency situation? Call our 24/7 helpline at (646) 741-4011, and we’ll send a technician to your property as soon as possible.
Contact Form
Why do I need to provide contact details?
We need your contact information so we can get in touch to schedule an appointment.
The correct address will help us arrive to the appointment promptly.
Why do I need to provide insurance details?
Providing your insurance details now will help us prepare the appropriate documentation and ensure a smoother insurance claims process. For more details please see our insurance page.
What type of damage did my property suffer?
Choose Water Damage if the damage was a result of water from inside the property.
If water damage was a result of putting out a fire, choose Fire Damage.
If water damage was due to a storm or flood where the water come from outside the property, choose Storm Damage.
If you’re experiencing smoke damage, choose Fire Damage.
Details of the incident
Please include important info such as: time/day of incident, number of rooms, square footage of the room (an estimation is fine), contact details of important people related to the property, etc.
FAQs
Sewage contains bacteria that can cause serious health issues. If you’re unsure how to safely deal with it, using a professional service is best. Even expert technicians need to wear protective equipment and have extensive training on how to mitigate sewage water.
Failing to treat the damage effectively could also mean your property suffers from the long-term effects of contamination.
That depends on the extent of your problem and whether it’s affected one or multiple areas of your property. Decontaminating and drying a small bathroom could take one or two days, but treating a flooded basement will be more challenging.
When we visit your property, an expert will assess the damage and give you a timeline. While we always aim to reverse damage quickly, our main priority is to restore your home or business, and this can sometimes take over a week or more if it needs reconstruction services.
Unfortunately, porous materials such as carpets, upholstery, and mattresses are difficult to clean, and we might need to dispose of them. We can usually save furniture and items with harder surfaces, but it depends on whether they’ve been exposed to significant mold and bacteria.
Our technicians will update you throughout the process and document any belongings we can’t save. We’ll also ask how you’d like us to dispose of them and operate under environmental guidelines.
The costs of sewage backup cleanup depend on the size of your affected area and which services we need to perform. When we visit the property, you’ll receive a free estimate, and we’ll go out of our way to secure the maximum payment from your insurance company.
Unfortunately, you can’t do much to prevent a storm or natural disaster. The good news is that you can avoid sewage backup problems by avoiding flushing feminine hygiene products and anything that can cause blockages.
The same applies to your sink. Never put grease or hair down it, and ensure you regularly clean sinks and toilets to prevent blockages.
Prioritizing regular maintenance, including plumbing inspections and flood-proofing your building, can reduce the risks of backups.
As a professional water damage restoration service, we regularly experience three types of damage caused by leaks, floods, appliance malfunctions, and raw sewage:
Category One: Clean Water
Clean water can come from excess rainfall, broken pipes, clean water supplies, and certain appliances. While clean water doesn’t contain bacteria, it can still cause structural damage and encourage mold spore growth when left to worsen.
Category Two: Gray Water
Water from a toilet overflow without sewage, dishwasher overflow, or washing machines with detergent is classified as Gray water. It might contain some bacteria, and the potential health risks mean it’s best to contact a water damage restoration service.
Category Three: Black Water
Black water comes from sewers, floods, and blocked toilets. This form of water damage contains bacteria and other microbes, and floodwater can potentially contain dead animals.
