Soaking Mess: Street Sewage Backup Causes Category 3 Water Damage

Water damage can cause a lot of chaos and destruction in both homes and businesses. However, some of the most severe forms of water damage result from street sewage backups that can spread hazardous wastewater all over your property.

Even worse, sewage water contains toxins and pathogens that categorize any damage it causes as a category three. That means your property and your health are both in peril. That’s why it’s crucial to seek the assistance of a professional restoration company as quickly as possible.

Street Sewage Backup Troubles

Recently, our team was summoned to a multifamily building in Sunrise, where a sudden sewage backup had flooded a street-level unit. Upon arrival, we quickly discovered that the entire unit had been infiltrated, with sewage water affecting the flooring, baseboards, and drywall.

Our team confirmed the spread of the street sewage backup throughout the unit using infrared cameras and moisture meters.

Given sewage’s highly contaminated nature, we knew this was a category three loss. We immediately donned our personal protective equipment (PPE) and removed all the water-damaged building materials. This involved removing upwards of two feet of materials all across the unit’s perimeter, including laminated flooring, cabinetry, and more.

We also deep-cleaned some of the salvageable contents within the unit. Once we removed all the water-damaged materials, our crew dried the remaining structure, utilizing advanced dehumidifiers to expedite the process.

By using dehumidifiers and air scrubbers, we dried the unit and filtered the air of any contaminants.

Following consistent daily readings, we eventually confirmed that the unit was dry. As an additional precaution, our skilled technicians applied an anti-microbial solution to mitigate any potential mold growth and used air scrubbers to filter any lingering contaminants from the air. After these final touches, the unit was safe and ready for reconstruction. Excellent work, team!

Contact PuroClean of Davie for Professional Water Damage Restoration Services Today!

Experiencing water damage at home can be a devastating experience. It can cause significant damage to your property that can be challenging to restore. While it can happen to anyone without warning, you don’t have to face it alone. PuroClean of Davie has you covered with our water damage restoration services. Our expertise can restore your home quickly and efficiently, saving you time and stress. Don’t let water damage take over your life. Contact us today at (954) 233-1100 for further information!