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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 St. Joseph
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(816) 232-7711
5.0
(55 reviews)

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 St. Joseph 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

We had major water damage to our kitchen seeping into alot of the rooms. Our insurance stepped in and took awesome care of our loss. We hired Servpro for the cleanup. I was so impressed with the amazing team they sent. After cleanup we used Kraig Arthur and his team to make it look like it never even happened. Thank you all!

Garla Fuller

Lucas, Riley, and Justin were great. They were prompt, professional and friendly! They explained the how/why through every step of the process and answered all my questions! Thank you. Highly recommend!

Luke Weigler

Lucas and his crew (Aiden and ryley) did an amazing job at my house they worked very fast and answered all of my questions very friendly and professional. I’m very impressed.

Juan Aranda

They did a great job cleaning up and removing everything! They cleaned up the basement better than I ever have Berry had there stuff in and out no inconveniences and very great people they are awesome

Alex Lesny

We have a major water experience. We called Serv Pro St. JOE. From the moment we spoke with the office to them coming in to evaluate the damage and tearing everything out and fans installed has been a smooth experience. Even with the disruption of our everyday life. I want to Thank Amber and Matt and their crew, Barry, Lucas and Justin. Now on to the reconstruction. Thank you

Garla Fuller

Best Restoration company around! The entire process from start to finish was well above expectations. From messaging with Allie to set everything up, to having Matt out for estimate, all the way to Justin and Lucas doing the actual work we were very pleased. Great group of ppl!

Kyra Meeks

Very knowledgeable and professional.

Halsey Moser

It is never a good day when you need ServPro but Lucas was incredibly helpful, kind, and professional as we navigated a stressful situation. He kept in contact with me during the whole process and cared that the job was done well. Braylon helped him set up equipment and Aiden helped him tear down. I would highly recommend the work ethic of all three.

Kathy Weeks

Thanks to Servpro again!! This company has helped me several times with major cleanups at my house/basement/garage. With the heavy rains lately and an older home keeping up with water drains/pipes/trenches, etc its constant maintenance. Matt, Barry and the entire staff seem to know exactly where/what and how to take care of most situation. Thank you all for quick and seamless help for our local office.

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About Us

SERVPRO of St. Joseph understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business.

Vision Statement: "Our vision is to be the essential tool of those in need of restoration." While this is our vision, our goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it "Like it never even happened."

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

The owners, Brett and Samantha Halsey, have grown up and raised their families in St. Joseph.  We are invested in the future of this area and our customers needs.  As we have grown our mission has never changed, "to provide dependable, creative solutions to our community through compassionate and timely customer care."

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. We have a nationwide system of qualified franchises, no damage is too large or too small for SERVPRO of St. Joseph. 

SERVPRO of St. Joseph has been helping the people of Buchanan and Andrew County and the neighboring communities since 2003.

Brett & Samantha Halsey
Brett & Samantha Halsey
Owners of SERVPRO of St. Joseph

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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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