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You’re not dealing with ordinary water damage. Sewage contains dangerous bacteria, viruses, and pathogens that put your family’s health at serious risk. Every hour that passes increases the chance of mold growth, structural damage, and airborne contamination.
Professional sewage cleanup eliminates these threats completely. Your property gets restored to a safe, clean condition using industrial-grade equipment and proven sanitization methods. No lingering odors, no hidden moisture, no health hazards.
The difference between amateur cleanup and professional restoration is the difference between temporary fixes and permanent solutions. You get your life back without the worry.
We’re Flood Guys Restoration, a family-owned water restoration company serving Milwaukee and the surrounding 35-mile radius. We understand the unique challenges that Milwaukee properties face with aging sewer systems and the city’s combined stormwater infrastructure.
When Milwaukee experiences heavy rainfall—like the recent storms that overwhelmed the metropolitan sewerage system—local properties bear the brunt of sewage backups. We’ve been helping Milwaukee families and businesses recover from these emergencies with fast, professional service.
Our team knows Milwaukee’s neighborhoods, from Bay View to downtown, and we respond quickly because we live and work in the same communities we serve.
First, we assess the contamination level and secure the area to prevent exposure. Our technicians arrive with full protective equipment and industrial-grade tools designed for Category 3 water damage—the most hazardous type.
Next, we extract all standing sewage and contaminated water using powerful pumps and vacuums. Everything gets removed quickly to stop further absorption into floors, walls, and belongings.
Then comes thorough sanitization. We apply professional-grade disinfectants that eliminate bacteria, viruses, and pathogens from every affected surface. Our antimicrobial treatments prevent mold growth and neutralize odors at their source.
Finally, we dry and restore. Industrial dehumidifiers and air movers remove all moisture, while our restoration team repairs or replaces damaged materials. Your property returns to pre-loss condition, clean and safe.
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Your sewage cleanup service covers complete contamination removal, not just surface cleaning. This means extraction of all sewage and contaminated water, removal of damaged porous materials that can’t be salvaged, and thorough disinfection of all affected areas.
Milwaukee’s humid climate makes mold prevention critical. Our service includes antimicrobial treatment and moisture control to prevent mold growth within the typical 24-48 hour window. We also handle odor elimination using professional deodorization equipment.
The restoration process includes structural drying, repair of water-damaged materials, and replacement of anything that can’t be properly sanitized. Milwaukee properties often have basements that require special attention due to the city’s sewer system design and frequent basement backups during heavy rainfall periods.
Insurance coordination is part of the service. We document everything properly and work directly with your insurance company to streamline the claims process.
Sewage cleanup should start within hours of the backup, not days. Milwaukee’s humid climate accelerates mold growth, which can begin within 24-48 hours of sewage exposure. The longer contaminated water sits, the deeper it penetrates into building materials and the more expensive restoration becomes.
Immediate professional cleanup also prevents airborne contamination that puts your family’s health at risk. Sewage contains bacteria, viruses, and pathogens that become more dangerous as they sit and multiply. Fast response isn’t just about property protection—it’s about keeping your family safe.
Sewage damage is classified as Category 3 water damage—the most hazardous type. Unlike clean water from a burst pipe, sewage contains human waste, bacteria, viruses, and other dangerous pathogens that pose serious health risks. This contaminated water requires specialized handling and disposal.
Regular water damage cleanup focuses on drying and restoration. Sewage cleanup requires complete sanitization, disinfection, and often removal of porous materials that can’t be properly cleaned. The equipment, protective gear, and cleaning agents are all different because the health risks are so much greater.
Milwaukee properties also face additional challenges because sewage backups often contain street runoff and industrial contaminants from the city’s combined sewer system.
No, sewage cleanup isn’t a DIY project. The health risks are too serious and the specialized equipment requirements too extensive. Sewage contains dangerous bacteria like E. coli, viruses, and parasites that can cause severe illness through skin contact, inhalation, or accidental ingestion.
Professional cleanup requires protective equipment, industrial-grade disinfectants, and specific disposal methods for contaminated materials. Without proper training and equipment, you risk spreading contamination throughout your property and exposing your family to serious health hazards.
Insurance companies also typically require professional cleanup for sewage damage claims. Attempting DIY cleanup can void your coverage and leave you responsible for all costs.
Milwaukee uses a combined sewer system that handles both stormwater and sewage in the same pipes. During heavy rainfall, this system can become overwhelmed, causing sewage to back up into basements and lower-level properties. Recent storms have dumped billions of gallons into the system, exceeding capacity.
The city’s aging infrastructure and frequent extreme weather events make sewage backups more common than in areas with separate storm and sewer systems. Properties in older Milwaukee neighborhoods are particularly vulnerable during spring snowmelt and summer storms.
Understanding this risk helps property owners prepare with preventive measures like backwater valves and regular sewer line maintenance.
Sewage exposure can cause gastrointestinal infections, respiratory problems, skin infections, and eye irritation. The bacteria and viruses in sewage include E. coli, Salmonella, Hepatitis, and other dangerous pathogens that can cause serious illness, especially in children, elderly individuals, and people with compromised immune systems.
Airborne contamination is also a concern. As sewage sits, harmful particles can become airborne and spread throughout your property through HVAC systems. This creates health risks even in areas that weren’t directly flooded.
Professional cleanup eliminates these health risks through proper containment, sanitization, and air filtration. The goal is complete decontamination, not just visible cleaning.
Many homeowners’ insurance policies include sewage backup coverage, but it’s often an optional add-on rather than standard coverage. The coverage typically applies when sewage backs up through drains, toilets, or sump pumps due to system blockages or overflows.
Coverage details vary significantly between policies. Some cover cleanup and restoration costs, while others have limits on personal property replacement. It’s important to review your specific policy and understand what’s covered before you need it.
Professional restoration companies can help navigate insurance claims by providing proper documentation, working directly with adjusters, and ensuring all necessary information is included for claim approval.
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