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During a sewage backup, stop using all drains, keep everyone away, avoid skin contact, and call for professional cleanup. Sewage is Category 3 black water, so porous materials it touches are removed and the area is disinfected.
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During a sewage backup, stop using all drains, keep everyone away, avoid skin contact, and call for professional cleanup. Sewage is Category 3 black water, so porous materials it touches are removed and the area is disinfected.
For immediate help, call Patriot Dry at (833) 502-4258.
Updated October 16, 2026 · Written and reviewed by the Patriot Dry team
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Stop using water
Do not flush toilets or run sinks, showers, dishwashers, or washing machines.
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Keep people out
Keep children and pets away and avoid touching sewage.
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Turn off HVAC that draws from the area
This keeps contaminated air from spreading.
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Call a plumber
The blocked or failed line needs to be cleared or repaired.
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Get professional cleanup
Sewage is extracted, contaminated materials removed, and surfaces disinfected and dried.
Sewage carries bacteria and viruses. Restoration standards classify it as Category 3 water, which means porous materials such as carpet, pad, and drywall it touched are removed rather than cleaned.
Avoid flushing wipes, grease, and other items that clog lines, and ask a plumber about a backwater valve, especially if your home has a basement.
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Call Now (833) 502-4258- Emergency Sewage CleanupIf it is happening right now
- Sewage CleanupCleanup and sanitation after sewer backups and overflows.
- Basement Water DamageExtraction, cleanup, and drying for flooded or leaking basements, whether from groundwater, a failed sump pump, plumbing, or a sewer backup..
- Biohazard CleanupProfessional cleanup and disinfection of biological contamination, including blood, bodily fluids, and other potentially infectious materials, handled discreetly and to safety standards..
Is sewage backup covered by homeowners insurance?
Often only with a water or sewer backup endorsement. Check your policy.
Call now: (833) 502-4258Can I clean up a small sewage spill myself?
Very small spills on hard surfaces may be manageable with gloves and disinfectant, but anything that reaches carpet, drywall, or a large area needs professionals.
Call now: (833) 502-4258How long does sewage cleanup take?
Removal and disinfection often take a day or two, followed by drying.
Call now: (833) 502-4258Who do I call for sewage cleanup near me?
Call Patriot Dry at (833) 502-4258. A real person answers, helps you make the area safe, and connects you with a local sewage cleanup professional.
Call now: (833) 502-4258Is there a 24 hour sewage cleanup company near me?
Yes. Patriot Dry's line is answered 24/7 emergency response. Call (833) 502-4258 any time, day or night, including weekends and holidays.
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