SERVPRO of Lufkin Sewage Cleanup

2/6/2020 (Permalink)

After any sewer loss or other types of dirty water loss, make sure and call SERVPRO of Lufkin/S. Nacogdoches County. Our team will quickly respond and get to work to make your damage "Like it never even happened." After a loss of this kind, it is very important that the dirty water doesn't sit for too long. That is why our team is on standby 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Our SERVPRO team has the certifications and training to properly handle the cleanup after a sewage loss. It is important to make sure once all the dirty water is removed, that the entire area is properly cleaned. SERVPRO has the professional cleaning products to make sure this gets done correctly. 

There are three major types of contaminated water. SERVPRO of Lufkin/S Nacogdoches County will inspect that contaminated water to determine the type of water and then plan the appropriate response to safely restore your home or business.

The three types of contaminated water:

Category 1: "Clean Water"

This is water from a clean source, such as a broken clean water supply line or faucet. If left untreated, category 1 water can quickly degrade into category 2 or 3 water depending upon such factors as time, temperature, and contact with contaminants.

• Water from a clean source like a broken water line
• If left untreated, can degrade into category 2 or 3

Category 2: "Gray Water"

This water has a significant level of contamination that could cause discomfort or illness if ingested. Sources for category 2 water may include washing machine overflow; toilet overflow with some urine, but no feces; or dishwasher overflow.

• May contain bacteria and viruses
• Can quickly degrade into category 3 if left untreated

Category 3: "Black Water"

This water is grossly unsanitary and could cause severe illness or death if ingested, and any contact should be avoided. Sources for category 3 water could include flooding from rivers or streams, water from beyond the toilet trap, water from the toilet bowl with feces, or standing water that has begun to support microbial growth.

• May contain untreated sewage, harsh chemicals, and microbes
• Water from flooding rivers or sewer backup

24 Emergency Service

Sewage backup should be considered an emergency and dealt with as quickly as possible. We are the water damage restoration specialists with specific training and expertise to safely restore your home or business.