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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

Here to Help® 24/7

SERVPRO of Clinton and SERVPRO of Sterling
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(563) 212-2874
4.9
(64 reviews)

Service Areas

Clinton, IA | Maquoketa, IA | DeWitt, IA | Anamosa, IA | Monticello, IA | Tipton, IA | West Branch, IA | Bellevue, IA | Mechanicsville, IA | Sabula, IA | Dixon, IL | Sterling, IL | Rock Falls, IL | Morrison, IL | Fulton, IL | Savanna, IL | Prophetstown, IL | Mount Carroll, IL | Lanark, IL | Albany, IL

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 Clinton and SERVPRO of Sterling 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

If I could give more than 5 stars I would! I had an accident over the weekend when we got about 5 inches of rain in 24 hours where a door to my car was left open…. I am not from this area. I immediately called Saturday morning early and they told me they were closed Saturdays but they could have a technician come out and get fans and dehumidifiers going in my car immediately. We had already gotten the large chunk of water out but my carpet inside the car was still soaked. The fact that a business was willing to do that, and not charge an arm and a leg to take it on a weekend and have it run with fans over the weekend was so huge. I am a single mom and I have been screwed over at dealerships and for certain services by myself at times and the fact that this place was so kind and considerate is huge. I will tell everyone about how nice they were! The girl on the phone for booking was nice and the technician was super nice and professional. 100/10 recommend. THANK YOU!

Adina Blazevic

I found the pricing to be somewhat high. Although I did not decide to use this company to resolve my issue, Chris was a very knowledgeable and thorough team member. He went above and beyond to help me resolve my issue.

Gini Mormon

Like how they called before they came. Logan and Matt very professional and personable. Explained the process, pricing, and asked if any questions. They cleaned the upholstery on our couch and did a great job. Explained other services and mentioned 10% discount for repeat customers. Very impressed. Will definitely be a repeat customer.

Barb Russell

I am beyond impressed with the service. My carpet was a mess from a dog and stained from food dye. They were honest about the fact that the food dye would possibly fade but more than likely not come out. The food dye did come out, the carpet looks incredible. The guys were extremely profressional and nice. They went beyond what I expected by even helping move a heavy piece of furniture to my garage. I had only asked they move it to clean the carpet and then move it back because I could not, that I would figure out getting rid of it later. This is the second time I have contacted ServPro to clean this carpet and they did a great job the first time but an even better job this time. Highly recommend.

Rachel Naeve

ServPro is a phenomenal company that is thorough, hardworking, and most importantly, honest with their business practices and pricing. They really do place the customer needs first. I had a water pipe break causing water damage in 2 floors of my house. My insurance company used a pariah company out of Cedar Rapids (avoid that area at all costs!) and I demanded they be fired. I replaced them with ServPro here in Clinton, IA. They had originally performed some testing for us on the construction project in town for Purina to which we were all very impressed with them. I was more than happy that they gave the same level of care and customer service in the residential sector as they had in the commercial sector! Call them and use them. I can assure you with 100% certainty that you will not regret it. I can’t speak for other offices but the Clinton, IA group is first class!

Caleb Bowen

Excellent, excellent and even more excellent. Matt and Logan did awesome job and honestly I have never had a bad experience in the past 10 years that Servpro has been cleaning my carpets. Prices are fair and service is spectacular

Maureen Gulatto

They do a great job

Dawn Eickert

Have never had someone ever come up to the standard of excellence as the crew who worked on our basement, especially the lead crew people. There was at least two maybe three that were doing that. Your company is so fortunate to have people like that working for you. They were the best of the best. Would recommend them to anyone. What a job they did.

Mary Roling

Thankful for such wonderful service. I’m more than satisfied.

Alvin Alvin

About Us

SERVPRO of Clinton and SERVPRO of Sterling understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business. Our goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it "Like it never even happened."

SERVPRO of Clinton and SERVPRO of Sterling specializes in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire, smoke or water damage. SERVPRO of Clinton can also mitigate mold and mildew from your home or business.

Our staff is highly trained in property damage restoration. From initial and ongoing training at SERVPRO’s corporate training facility to regular IICRC-industry certification, rest assured our staff is equipped with the knowledge to restore your property. With a nationwide system of qualified franchises, no damage is too large or too small for SERVPRO of Clinton and Sterling.

Serving you since 1967, SERVPRO is the cleaning and restoration brand you know and trust.

David J. Gauf Jr., Nichole A. Gauf
David J. Gauf Jr., Nichole A. Gauf
Owners of SERVPRO of Clinton and SERVPRO of Sterling

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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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