Steps You Can Take and We Can Take to Get Life Normal Again

A sewage backup is one of the most unexpected and potentially hazardous experiences that homeowners might face. When contaminated water finds its way back into your home, you risk exposure to bacteria, viral pathogens, and other septic solids that could impact the strength of exposed materials or the health of those around the problem. Active homeowners understand how swift action can help mitigate loss; some of this work is possible before professional help arrives.

Quick Steps for Homeowners to Reduce Damage

Before professionals arrive to begin sewage cleanup for Suwanee homes, homeowners could take several definitive measures intended to slow the spread of contamination and exposure. These steps are only advisable when you feel it is safe to perform them without a high risk of direct contact with contaminated solids or black water.

  • Stop Water Flow: If water is actively flowing from a damaged line, come on and take the opportunity to shut off the main water supply to decrease further standing water concerns.

  • Ventilate: position household fans to blow air outside through open windows. This can both reduce the humidity in the house and reduce airborne pathogens.

  • Contain: Use plastic sheets or towels strategically around the perimeter of the damaged area to prevent this situation from moving to new rooms.

These efforts are only meant to slow the damage and prevent the situation from reaching areas that could have been protected with mitigative steps. Complete remediation involves professional cleaning, decontamination, and repairs. 

The Professional Approach for Sewage Remediation 

Sewage contains dangerous pathogenic threats, and therefore, it should be left to the experienced professionals at AdvantaClean of Norcross and Buford to clean, disinfect, repair, and restore. We follow the standards of the IICRC S500 and the S520 for the remediation of biohazards to ensure the highest level of safe, sanitary results. Our process includes:

  1. AdvantaClean professionals use moisture tracking technologies and ATP testing to identify contaminated portions of the property. We work to establish containment barriers to avoid cross-contamination. 

  1. Depending on the depth and severity of the situation, we remove standing water with submersible pumps or truck-mount extractors. With sludge and solids present, special vacuum systems are needed to reduce the risk of aerosolizing pathogens. 

  1. We use HEPA filtration to reduce airborne particulates and bacteria, and we place ozone or hydroxyl generators in the building to eliminate the strong sewage smells. 

  1. We use strong chemicals for surface disinfection. High-risk areas could benefit from chlorine dioxide or hydrogen peroxide vapor. 

  1. Moisture control gets underway with a combination of air movers and industrial-grade dehumidifiers. 

  1. AdvantaClean specialists evaluate where build-back services are necessary and begin needed repairs. 

When sewage is an issue for your home, let our AdvantaClean of Norcross and Buford experts help. Call (470) 819-2070 now.

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