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Sewage & Contamination

Category 3 water.
Category 1 response.

Professional sewage cleanup and decontamination to eliminate health hazards.

The Problem

Sewage backups and contaminated water (Category 3 or "black water") present severe health risks. Category 3 is the IICRC S500 classification for grossly contaminated water. Raw sewage contains bacteria, viruses, parasites, and other pathogens.

Any materials contacted by sewage may need removal rather than cleaning. Improper cleanup can lead to ongoing contamination and health problems. This is not a DIY situation.

Our Process

01

Emergency Response & Safety

PPE protocols, assess contamination extent. We identify the source, evaluate the spread, and establish safety zones before any work begins.

02

Extraction & Removal

Pump sewage, remove contaminated materials — carpet, drywall, insulation. Everything that has been contacted by Category 3 water is removed and properly disposed of.

03

Decontamination

Hospital-grade antimicrobial treatment of all remaining surfaces. Every surface is treated to eliminate pathogens and prevent ongoing contamination.

04

Drying & Monitoring

Structural drying with continuous moisture monitoring. Industrial dehumidifiers and air movers ensure the structure dries completely and safely.

05

Restoration

Rebuild affected areas, clearance testing. New materials are installed and the space is verified safe for occupancy.

What To Do Right Now

Sewage water contains dangerous bacteria, viruses, and parasites. Even brief contact can cause illness. Exit the area and wash any skin that has come into contact with the water.
It contains dangerous pathogens that can enter through any break in the skin. Walking through it also spreads contamination to other areas of your property.
Your heating and cooling system can spread contaminated air throughout the building. Turn it off to prevent cross-contamination of unaffected areas.
Household cleaning products are not effective against the pathogens found in sewage. Professional hospital-grade antimicrobial treatment is required to properly decontaminate affected areas.
Children and pets are especially vulnerable to the health hazards in sewage water. Ensure they have no access to the contaminated area until professional cleanup and clearance testing are complete.

Why HydraClean

  • Category 3 water specialists
  • Hospital-grade decontamination
  • Full material removal and rebuild
  • Health clearance documentation
Our Process
1
Emergency Call
2
Assessment
3
Mitigation
4
Restoration
5
Complete

Sewage backup? Do not wait. Call now.

1-877-91-FLOOD (913-5663)

Okanagan: 250-862-8815  |  Vernon: 250-542-6211  |  Kootenays: 250-442-7977

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