Sewage Backup Cleanup – Emergency Sewage Restoration

24/7 Emergency Cleanup Services

A sewer backup can start for many reasons. For example, a drain may clog or a sewer pipe may break. Heavy rain can also put more pressure on the system.

Once sewage enters the property, it can spread fast. Therefore, emergency sewage cleanup should start as soon as the area is safe. Fast water removal may help protect floors, walls and nearby items.

Our Sewage Cleanup Services

• Sewage water removal
• Dirty debris removal
• Checks of wet areas
• Cleaning of hard surfaces
• Drying and moisture checks
• Odour control when needed

Warning Signs of a Sewer Problem

A sewer problem does not always start with a large flood. Instead, small warning signs may appear first. Slow drains, bad smells and noisy pipes can all point to a larger issue.

• Several drains becoming slow at once
• Toilets backing up or flushing poorly
• Gurgling sounds from sinks or toilets
• Dirty water coming through a basement drain
• Strong sewer smells near plumbing areas
• Backups that return after drain clearing

If several drains have problems at once, the main sewer line may be involved. Therefore, an early check can help stop the problem from getting worse.

When to Call for Help

Sewage cleanup may need more care when dirty water spreads into several areas. Sewage can reach floors, drywall, cabinets and furniture.

Dirty water can also move under floors or behind walls. As a result, the wet area may be larger than it looks. In these cases, sewer backup cleanup may include water removal, cleaning and drying.

Cleaning & Drying the Area

Removing standing water is only the first step. Water may still remain under floors or inside walls.

After removing waste and cleaning the affected area, our team plans drying as part of sewage backup cleanup. For example, air movers and dehumidifiers may help wet areas dry. We also check moisture levels during the job.

Most importantly, do not cover wet areas with new flooring, drywall or other finishes.

Help Stop Another Backup

After cleanup, find out why the backup happened. A plumber may need to check the drains, sewer line or backwater valve.

For example, tree roots can block a pipe. Grease and other buildup may also slow the flow. In some cases, an old or broken pipe may need repair.

Fixing the cause may help lower the risk of another sewer backup.

Homes, Condos & Businesses

GTA Restoration provides Sewage Backup Cleanup Toronto services for many types of properties. We help homeowners, condo owners, landlords and businesses across the GTA.

Some sewage cleanup jobs affect one small room. However, others spread through a basement or several rooms. For this reason, we plan the work around the damage found at each property.