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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 Oakville / Mehlville
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(314) 846-0600
4.8
(145 reviews)

Why Choose SERVPRO® for Sewage Cleanup?

Sewage Cleanup and Backup Restoration in Oakville/Mehlville

A sewage backup can happen with no warning, and it brings serious health risks along with it. SERVPRO of Oakville/Mehlville responds fast with trained technicians equipped to handle sewage cleanup of any size, from a single bathroom to large commercial losses.

What Our Sewage Cleanup Process Involves

The first step is stopping the source of the backup to prevent further contamination. From there, our team extracts standing sewage and begins the cleaning process, following IICRC S500 standards for proper containment, sanitization, and antimicrobial treatment. Every job is treated as a Category 3 water loss given the contamination risk involved.

Why Fast Sewage Removal Matters in Oakville and Mehlville

Raw sewage carries bacteria and contaminants that spread quickly through flooring, walls, and HVAC systems if not addressed right away. Waiting even a few hours can turn a contained issue into a much larger health and structural problem.

Restored to Pre-Loss Condition

Once cleaning, sanitization, and drying are complete, SERVPRO of Oakville/Mehlville releases the property back to you in preloss condition, with the work documented every step of the way.

Locally Owned, Ready 24/7

Led by Kevin Thole and Matt Hulsey, our team is ready around the clock to handle sewage emergencies across Oakville and Mehlville.

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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.

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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.

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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

Our basement was recently flooded. We called them to come help with the cleanup and they were here immediately. After the cleanup, we signed a contract to have them do the reconstruction. They worked with our insurance company and came back and completed the job. The painting, the drywalling and the carpet laying were all done so nicely. We love how the house turned out.

Linda Zadow

The associates/technicians were so professional, kind, and friendly in putting my basement back in order, after a sump pump fail. They were very focused on their task, and did not hesitate to answer any of my questions. I would like to recognize Kirk, Miguel, Christina, and Louie, along with Dan, who was my primary contact. I would reach out to SerPro again. Thank you.

Patricia Haynes

If I could give more than 5 stars I surely would. Project manager Dan Brym was fabulous and so on top of things. Kept me informed everyday of what was done and what time and who would be there the next day. He was calming and addressed everything as fast as could be done. Louie, Collin, Tom, Justin and Kirk all were so meticulous and caring about the tasks they were completing. Everyday they cleaned up and left things as neat as possible. Collin was a great team leader and you can tell he really cares about the job. I can not say enough about the great experience I had with this team.

Mindy Nathan

The crew of Steve R, Kenan L, & Charles were fantastic! They came quickly to help us with our issue! Very much appreciated!

Marissa Rosser

Eduardo keep me informed and he and his team worked extremely hard and diligently.

Paul Viano

They quickly set up and completed the remediation. The area was completely cleaned.

Brad Muhlke

Alex Andrew Oscar Javier and Jose were our excellent pack in/move in team!!! They were so friendly and polite and move all the furniture where it belonged!!! They did an excellent job cleaning everything!!! They were the best!!!!

Marianne Jorcke

They did the best that they could under the circumstances. MARCY. ANA & JAVIER are very hard workers.

Faye Marnatti

The team was INCREDIBLE. They helped me unpack and essentially move back into my house all day and they even installed my dance pole for me 🥺 Drew, Mauro, Jesús really made a great experience of something that should've been a huge pain! Thanks for everything, guys ❤️

Lessa Venegoni

About Us

SERVPRO of Oakville/Mehlville – Water & Fire Damage Restoration Experts

When disaster strikes, SERVPRO of Oakville/Mehlville is the trusted name for water damage restoration in St. Louis, Oakville, Mehlville, Lemay, Bella Villa, and nearby communities. Whether your property has been damaged by a burst pipe, flooding, fire, or mold, our local team responds fast — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week — with expert cleanup and restoration services.

Locally owned and operated by Kevin Thole, SERVPRO of Oakville/Mehlville is proud to serve the St. Louis metro area with industry-leading expertise in:

  • Water damage restoration
  • Flood cleanup and drying
  • Fire and smoke damage repair
  • Mold remediation
  • Storm and sewage cleanup
  • Emergency disaster response

We understand the stress and disruption that comes with property damage. Our IICRC-certified technicians are trained to handle every aspect of the restoration process — from initial inspection and mitigation to full recovery and reconstruction. No job is too big or too small, and we treat your home or business with the care it deserves.

As part of the nationally recognized SERVPRO brand, we have the resources to tackle large losses, while maintaining the personal, responsive service of a local St. Louis water damage restoration company. We’re proud to be ranked among the top SERVPRO franchises in the country.

If you need emergency water removal, flood repair, or fire damage cleanup in Saint Louis, give SERVPRO of Oakville/Mehlville a call today. We’re always here to help – 24/7/365.

Kevin A. Thole, Matthew Hulsey
Kevin A. Thole, Matthew Hulsey
Owners of SERVPRO of Oakville / Mehlville

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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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