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Sewage Cleanup Services

  • The #1 Choice in Cleanup and Restoration*
  • Residential and Commercial Sewage Cleanup
  • 24/7 Emergency Response
  • Trained, Certified Specialists
  • Streamlined Insurance Process

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SERVPRO of San Leandro
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(510) 352-2480
4.8
(59 reviews)

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Why Choose SERVPRO® for Sewage Cleanup?

Sewage backups are stressful, hazardous, and can cause significant damage if not handled quickly and professionally. At SERVPRO of San Leandro we understand your urgency. Our technicians are certified and have the equipment to deal with septic system failures, toilet overflows, burst pipes, sewer line backups, and contaminated water.

No matter how difficult your challenge, SERVPRO is the trusted name for sewage damage cleanup, repair, and restoration. We make it "like it never even happened."

We always strive to follow the IICRC S500 industry standards. For more information about these standards, please check out the IICRC website.

Our experienced SERVPRO team will also help coordinate your insurance claims.

A homeowner and SERVPRO employee shaking each other's hands.
A homeowner and SERVPRO employee shaking each other's hands.

What To Do When Sewage Damage Happens

A sewage emergency is both unexpected and overwhelming.

Planning for a sewage emergency is probably the last thing on any homeowner’s mind. However, sewage damage can happen to anyone, in any home, at any time.

Knowing what to do in those first few moments can help protect your home and health. Here are some recommended steps from SERVPRO.


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Avoid all contact with sewage-contaminated water

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Turn off the main water supply to prevent additional flow

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Shut down HVAC systems to stop contaminated air from circulating

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Evacuate people and pets from affected areas

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Call SERVPRO immediately for professional cleanup

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Work with SERVPRO to contact your insurance company and document the damage


Steps in Our Sewage Damage Restoration Process


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Sewage Removal & Contamination Control

Sewage backup emergencies carry viruses and bacteria that cause serious illnesses. Our SERVPRO professionals will address immediate hazards and stabilize the affected area. We clean up sewage spills and biohazards using specialized equipment and training, thoroughly and safely from start to finish.

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Sanitization and Deodorization

Using our meticulous state-of-the-art protocols, our team of experts ensures that your home or building is safe and thoroughly clean. After sanitization, advanced equipment helps us find and eliminate any hidden moisture, so you know your structure is dry.

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Restoration

In the last phase, SERVPRO repairs any structural damage and returns your property to its previous condition. Before the space is cleared for re-entry, we’ll conduct a final inspection to make sure the area is safe, clean, and ready for you to return.

A SERVPRO employee and an insurance representative shaking each other's hands.
A SERVPRO employee and an insurance representative shaking each other's hands.

Simplifying Insurance

We make insurance claims easier, with fewer headaches for you. We handle the details and coordinate any paperwork, so you can focus on moving forward.

We thoroughly document the damage and communicate clearly with you and your insurance throughout the process.

Your insurance provider trusts SERVPRO to respond quickly — we address sewage issues swiftly to control costs, prevent further damage, and keep the insurance process moving smoothly.

A wet floor of a residential home being cleaned by a SERVPRO employee.
A wet floor of a residential home being cleaned by a SERVPRO employee.

Residential Sewage Cleanup

Sewage contamination in homes is often caused by toilet overflows, pipe backups, waste line leaks, or outside floodwater. Keep in mind that raw sewage contains harmful bacteria, viruses, and pathogens that can contaminate flooring, walls, air systems, and personal belongings.

With quick, professional, and discrete intervention from SERVPRO, you can avoid further damage, mold growth, lingering odors, and long-term health risks. And quickly return to a home that’s safe and livable again.

A row of SERVPRO vans and employees preparing to respond to a sewage emergency.
A row of SERVPRO vans and employees preparing to respond to a sewage emergency.

Commercial Sewage Cleanup

Sewage damage in commercial buildings can be disruptive. But with commercial sewage cleanup and biohazard restoration from SERVPRO, it doesn’t always require an extended shutdown. We act quickly to remove contaminated water, sanitize the space, and get your business back to safe operations.

We respond 24/7 with industrial-grade equipment and certified protocols. If possible, we will isolate problem areas so your operations can continue with minimal interruption.

From overflowing toilets to large-scale black water flooding, we’ve seen it all. We’re the team to make things right again.

What our
customers are saying

Angie Rosemary team was excellent. They are informative, professional, and very thorough on their cleaning and understanding the work processes . I highly recommend their team for future cleaning if needed

Dan Seanez

Servpro was very responsive to a leak emergency we had afterhours. Their team was courteous, professional, and responsive.

Laurel H.

Dejuan and Vladimir were amazing assisting us through this traumatic time from the Palisades fire. The world would be a better place with more like them. Could not give a higher recommendation than I would give them. Bravo, Servpro, take care of them.

Mike Aicher

My house had significant water damage, and SERVPRO handled the issue. Although the drying equipment was noisy, their staff were polite and professional throughout the process. The manager, Angel, was kind and always provided solutions whenever problems came up during the mold removal and drying stages. Dejuan managed the entire process and answered all of my questions with professionalism and expertise. My HOA covers all the costs, so I’m not sure whether they charged a reasonable amount. Thank You! I really appreciated all your hard work.

MeiChiao Lin

Mario addressed mold mitigation in my home due to a water leak. He consistently demonstrated remarkable professionalism and an exceptional work ethic. Leak/mold addressed. He was truly impressive.

Larry V

Professional, well organized, and polite very thankful for their assistance through this process.

maria rojas

David, DeJuan, Donna Theresa, Flor, Corinna did a fantastic job cleaning my home after the Eaton Fires. I would highly recommend ServPro for your remediation concerns.

Melanie Bennett

The crew was amazing, they were so understanding and careful with all of our belongings. Especially Veronica she was so nice, answered all our questions. Thanks again

Ruby Morales

All the employees are very polite and hard workers. Experience was wonderful

Juan carlos Caldera

About Us

Disasters can quickly get out of control in your home or business, and that is why we strive to provide a fast and reliable response when these emergencies occur. As a locally owned and operated firm, we work beyond Belmont/San Carlos borders throughout San Mateo County to provide our community with guidance, support, and service when the unexpected happens.  Homes and businesses can experience various potential loss situations, ranging from water disasters and flooding to fire losses and biohazards. We are prepared to help with extensive training in these niches so that no customer waits for the restoration work their home requires. Just a few of our specialized services:

- Water Restoration - Extraction, Equipment, Demo, Disinfection, Content Manipulation/Packing - with a focus on salvaging materials

- Fire & Smoke Restoration - Corrosive cleaning, Inventory/packing/storage of contents, structure cleaning and demo, deodorization

- Commercial/Large Loss/CAT Events - We retain extensive resources to prepare for natural disasters and local significant events. Whether one building or an entire neighborhood, having the support of over 2,000 locations nationwide enables our team to effectively address any size project.  Our teams often travel, as well, to assist wherever the need is greatest.

- Biohazard Cleaning - Trauma/Crime Scene Cleaning, Bloodborne pathogen, terminal cleaning for hospitals, tear gas, incontinence, post-pest control cleaning

- Microbial Remediation - Environmental Controls, Removal & antimicrobial application, Post-demo detailed cleaning, and working directly with Industrial Hygienists for large or complex situations

- Cleaning and Disinfection - COVID, Commercial Kitchens, Detailed Event Cleaning, Post-Construction, Hospitals, Dialysis centers, Retirement Communities

- Reconstruction/Repairs - We are a General Contractor with in-house management ready to make it "Like It Never Even Happened"

Professional Mitigation Solutions When It Counts 

The pace with which we can respond to active disasters can often directly impact the damage that homes and businesses endure. With a team of IICRC Certified professionals available to mobilize quickly at any time of the day, mitigation can get started within hours of the first notice of loss. We are prepared to respond immediately for emergency mitigation needs with pre-stocked trailers and production vehicles loaded with leading extraction and drying tools. As water losses are the most common threat that professionals must face, we prepare for efficient water removal and stabilization. 

Post-Disaster Repairs and Reconstruction 

We want to be a one-stop-shop for restoration and repairs that your home might need after a disaster. With the general contractor license #937457, we can offer various helpful services to overcome structural damage and mitigate loss through efforts like a controlled demolition and discarding compromised materials. This same license can provide full-scale build-back services when necessary after a loss. 

Becoming More than a Restoration Company 

We are proud to be a recognized name in the restoration industry, but more importantly, a reliable source to our community and neighbors.  As such, we directly support and work closely with local first responders, athletic groups, fundraising and awareness efforts, as well as national organizations such as The American Red Cross and the American Cancer Society.

Roy Drake
Roy Drake
Owner of SERVPRO of San Leandro

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*#1 Choice in cleanup & restoration based on Commercial and Residential Attitude & Usage Tracking studies. Polling 808 commercial business decision-makers and 1,046 homeowner decision-makers on first choice for future needs related to cleanup & restoration work. Studies conducted by C&R Research: April 2024 and Decision Analyst: April 2024
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