Raw sewage is hazardous to your health in more than one way.

Paige Thomas • May 19, 2021

Professionals risk hazards in cleaning up raw sewage in Towson.

A sewer pipe breaking and releasing raw sewage is one of the top two most hazardous situations to deal with in your home or the community. The presence of mold is the other one.  It would be best to recognize the many dangers if you are contemplating whether to hire sewage cleanup professionals or to do the cleanup yourself. Scientific researchers and professionals agree it is wise to hire trained professionals to clean up and perform restoration services in the affected areas of your home or office.


Restoration 1 serving Towson and the surrounding areas have certified service technicians to get the job done right the first time. Our service technicians have gone through rigorous training in cleaning up raw sewage and restoring the affected areas and items. The training our technicians have undergone is through the nationally recognized certifying company International Inspection of Cleanup, Restoration, and Certification (IICRC). IICRC provides training on the most effective techniques, the most advanced technology, and how to use the most advanced equipment.


R1 raw sewage cleanup is a step-by-step process proven to be effective over the test of time. Let’s say your sewer pipe broke in your home. The first thing you need to do is call R1 Towson and the surrounding areas for assistance. We have a live person answering the phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays. We prepare to respond to an emergency quickly and are typically on-site within 60 minutes from the time you called our company.


In general, the steps our service technicians take are as follows.


  1. We meticulously extract the raw sewage, ensuring we remove all of it to prevent the area from infecting or contaminating anyone in the future. We use the most advanced and specialized equipment to remove every trace and debris of the sewage thoroughly.
  2. Once we are sure the affected area and items are clean, we then identify the salvageable items and discard those deemed too dangerous to keep. We properly log (for your insurance claims) these items and dispose of them appropriately.
  3. The third step is to dry all the affected areas and items thoroughly. The drying process prevents the development of any mold from growing in the area or further water damage. Once the area and affected items are dry, we disinfect and sanitize all affected areas and items.
  4. We will deodorize the affected areas and items if there is a remaining malodorous smell.


As you can tell, we have your back when you need assistance in sewage removal and cleanup.


Contact us without hesitation anytime, day or night, including holidays. We are prepared to respond quickly and provide you with the best service in town.

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