Contaminated Water

Sewage Cleanup in Kent, WA

A sewage backup is different from an ordinary clean-water leak because affected water and materials may contain biological contaminants. Limit direct contact and keep children and pets away from the area.

Why Sewage Events Need Extra Care

Cleanup decisions depend on the source, affected materials and extent of contamination. Porous materials exposed to sewage may need different handling than surfaces affected by clean water.

What to Do

• Avoid unnecessary contact with sewage-contaminated water.
• Do not use ordinary household cleaning as a substitute for appropriate remediation of a significant backup.
• Address the plumbing or drainage source.
• Arrange cleanup appropriate to the affected area and materials.

For the broader sequence after water damage, see the restoration process.