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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 Bangor / Ellsworth and SERVPRO of Bar Harbor
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Why Choose SERVPRO® for Sewage Cleanup?

Why Choose SERVPRO® for Sewage Cleanup?

Sewage backups are overwhelming, unsanitary, and can cause serious damage if not addressed quickly and properly. At SERVPRO of Bangor / Ellsworth, we understand the urgency of these situations and respond promptly with the training, experience, and equipment needed to handle them safely. Our certified technicians are prepared to manage septic system failures, toilet overflows, burst pipes, sewer line backups, and other sources of contaminated water.

No matter how large or complex the loss may be, SERVPRO is the trusted name in sewage damage cleanup, repair, and restoration. Our team works efficiently to remove contamination, clean and disinfect affected areas, and restore your property while minimizing disruption to your daily life. We strive to follow IICRC S500 industry standards to ensure proper cleanup and restoration practices. In addition, our experienced SERVPRO professionals can assist with coordinating your insurance claim to help make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible—making it “Like it never even happened.”

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

Servpro has been a great company to work with! They made an awful situation as easy as it could be. EVERY single person we dealt with has been friendly, courtesy, kind and professional🙂 They also did a very good job with the cleanup and explaining everything along the way. Highly recommend this company!

Kimberly Landry

During the first big windstorm before Christmas we lost power and discovered about 8 inches of water in the basement of our (new) house. We called a few restoration businesses. Some didn’t answer, some needed us to get power back before they could come help. ServPro was awesome and came over the next day! They spent hours pumping the water out of our basement with their generators they came back the next day to remove damaged Sheetrock and finish drying everything out. They came back every day or two to check their equipment and test moisture levels and were super nice and friendly each time. Even our dog loved them. They were helpful, diligent, and removed so much stress for us around the holiday season. Would recommend to anyone in need of their services!!

Kari Stowe

Our experience with ServPro was outstanding. A representative responded to our call quickly. We had a project manager (Jon Symonds) at our home within 24 hours. Jon was knowledgeable, thorough, and very pleasant to work with. He followed up with us and left us feeling much more at ease.

Linda Herling

A recent storm and 3 day power outage resulted in 6” of water in our basement. SERVPRO responded quickly and professionally. Anthony and Michael stopped almost daily to check on the drying progress and kept me informed. They did a great job and left my basement looking really good! I’d recommend them to anyone who finds a swimming pool in their basement.

Morgan Connolly

We had severe leaking on a few windows and doors from the December storm. They made this entire process so simple to even make sure not to disturb our Christmas holiday with our grandkids. Very clean and courtesy checked with us making sure that everything was ok. Highly recommend

P Sanchez

These folks were outstanding!

tony caruso

Servpro did a great job taking everything out of our damaged basement since our sump pump lost electricity and flooded our finished basement. Everything was dry in 2 days!

Lubomir Stoyanov

Anthony and Mike were super helpful and thorough. They made our unfortunate situation much more manageable. Highly recommend!!

Scott Atherley

Great friendly helpful service. They were there for us when we needed them most when our basement flooded right before the holiday! Provided information on what to do and how to prevent future issues. Thank you!

Stephanie

About Us

SERVPRO of Bangor/Ellsworth: Your Local Restoration Experts

SERVPRO of Bangor/Ellsworth, led by the Cox family, specializes in restoring homes and businesses throughout Bangor and surrounding areas. With decades of experience and a dedicated team of skilled professionals, we are equipped to handle a wide range of restoration needs, including water damage, flooding, storms, mold, and fire damage. Our team is fully trained and certified, ensuring that every job meets industry standards for quality and safety.

When disaster strikes, SERVPRO of Bangor/Ellsworth responds quickly, using advanced tools and the latest technology to restore your property to its pre-damage condition. Whether you're dealing with the aftermath of water damage or fire, our team works efficiently to minimize disruption and help you recover as quickly as possible. We are available 24/7 for emergency response, ensuring that help is always just a phone call away when you need it most.

With over 50 years of experience, SERVPRO® is known for delivering reliable, high-quality restoration services. Whether you're facing water, fire, or mold damage, SERVPRO of Bangor/Ellsworth is Here to Help® you through every step of the recovery process, making it "Like it never even happened."

Shawn Cox
Shawn Cox
Owner of SERVPRO of Bangor / Ellsworth and SERVPRO of Bar Harbor

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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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