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What to do Until Help Arrives: Sewer
3/3/2020 (Permalink)
SERVPRO of St. Louis Central has a team of highly trained professionals that can clean up your sewer backup
A sewer backup is a nasty situation for everyone involved. It not only puts a damper on your day, it can pose serious health risks, and property damage.
ILLNESS
The most dangerous part of a sewer backup, which is often overlooked, is the dangers it has on your personal health. The sewer water is filled with bacteria, viruses, and other illness causing contaminants. Any contact with the water can put you, your family, and pets at risk of illness or death.
STRUCTURAL DAMAGE
The second most pressing issue with a sewer backup is the moisture left over from the water, causing secondary damage after cleanup. If the walls and floors of the affected area are not dried properly, or replaced, then mold and structural damage can occur causing more issues down the line.
CALL SERVPRO
These are the reasons why it is so important to have a professional team of experts like SERVPRO of St. Louis Central clean and restore your home or business after a sewer backup. In the unfortunate situation that you have a sewer backup, follow these tips to keep you and your family safe.
DO:
- Avoid all contact with sewage and contaminated items
- Wash your hands thoroughly after contact with contaminated items
- Stay out of affected areas
- Treat all bodily fluids as contaminated
- Call SERVPRO of St. Louis Central to properly clean and restore your property
DON’T:
- Spread contaminated water by walking unnecessarily on damaged or wet areas
- Turn on the HVAC system if there is a possibility of spreading contaminated air
- Use household fans to dry the structure because it will spread contaminates
- Use products of personal hygiene if they have been exposed to contaminated areas, even if not directly touched by water
- Attempt cleanup without consulting a professional
- Handle or touch any items that might be contaminated