**Cleanup and Disinfection**
Sewage backups can be a serious health hazard, as they contain harmful bacteria and other pathogens that can cause illness. If a sewage backup occurs in your home, it is important to have the area cleaned up and disinfected as soon as possible by a professional sewage cleanup service.
Professional sewage cleanup services use specialized equipment and EPA-approved disinfectants to thoroughly clean and disinfect the affected area, ensuring that it is safe to occupy again.
**Effects of Sewage Backups**
Exposure to raw sewage can have a number of adverse effects on human health, including:
– Gastrointestinal issues, such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
– Skin infections
– Respiratory problems
– Eye irritation
It is important to avoid contact with sewage water as much as possible and to seek medical attention if you experience any symptoms after exposure.
**How to Clean My House Sewer Backup?**
If a sewage backup occurs in your home, it is important to:
– Call a professional sewage cleanup service immediately
– Avoid contact with the sewage water
– Open windows and doors to ventilate the area
– Wear protective clothing, gloves, and a mask
– Pump the sewage water out of the area (if possible)
– Dispose of any contaminated items
– Do not attempt to clean up the area yourself
**Benefits of Using a Professional Sewage Cleanup Service**
Using a professional sewage cleanup service offers a number of benefits, including:
– **Safety:** Professional sewage cleanup technicians are trained to handle sewage water safely and effectively, minimizing the risk of exposure to harmful bacteria.
– **Expertise:** Professional sewage cleanup services have the expertise and equipment necessary to properly clean and disinfect the affected area, ensuring that it is safe to occupy again.
– **Peace of mind:** Using a professional sewage cleanup service can give you peace of mind knowing that the area has been properly cleaned and disinfected, reducing the risk of illness.