Wondering if you will be able to handle sewage backup yourself? Here’s why you need to call STOP(Service Team of Professionals) for water damage extraction and drying services.
Sewage backup causes a lot of discomfort to the inhabitants and damage to the property and belongings. Blockage in sewage lines occurs when they become obstructed while preventing wastewater from flowing through drainage pipes. Besides the obvious inconveniences, it may pose significant risks to your health. It contains contaminants and viruses that can present a risk of severe illness if exposed to humans or animals.
Therefore, you should not tackle the cleanup alone. Professional companies like STOP can help you handle sewage backups in your pipes.
Risks Posed by Sewage Backup
Apart from the repulsive dirt and smell involved in a sewage backup, the problem can cause more significant harm if not addressed timely and correctly.
- Fire Hazards
If the water level has reached any plugs, electrical outlets, extension cords, or gas-burning equipment, do not touch anything. Get out of the building immediately and call the professionals as the risk of a fire is enormous.
If all your electrical equipment and the distribution panel are still safely above water, switch off the power as soon as you detect the problem. You should wear rubber boots, stand on a dry surface and not touch anything made of metal (pipes, ladder, etc.), stand on a wooden stool or chair (dry wood is not a good electrical conductor), and shut off the main switch with the help of a dry wooden stick or rubber gloves.
- Health Hazards
The sewage backup is infected with harmful fungi and bacteria that can be extremely hazardous for health. It causes severe health reactions in people, such as diarrhea and vomiting. Moreover, it can put a person at the risk of fatal diseases such as hepatitis.
Additionally, these infectants can spread around your house and get absorbed in items and continue harming your household.
- Property Damage
If your home stays exposed to sewage water for long, it will hurt its structural integrity. The flooring can get destroyed and it can soak into carpets and mattresses. It can also damage your furniture and valuables. It also gets sucked into fabric and render it useless and hazardous.
Hire a professional company!
Sewage backups should be dealt with as quickly as possible to prevent further damage. Professional water damage repair companies such as STOP have adequate equipment and the experience required for quick and efficient intervention.
