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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 New Hanover
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(910) 762-8180
4.9
(282 reviews)

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Why Choose SERVPRO® for Sewage Cleanup?

Sewage backups and contaminated water intrusions present serious health risks and require immediate attention. SERVPRO of New Hanover understands the urgency of these situations and has IICRC certified technicians trained to safely restore your property. With years of combined experience and the right equipment, our team works quickly to remove hazardous materials and restore your home or business with care and professionalism.

Every sewage loss is treated with a detailed assessment to determine the extent of contamination and the safest course of action. Our crews follow strict industry standards to remove affected materials, thoroughly clean, sanitize, and disinfect all impacted areas. We utilize specialized equipment and cleaning agents to eliminate harmful bacteria, viruses, and odors, ensuring the space is returned to a safe condition.

We know how overwhelming and disruptive sewage damage can be. As members of the New Hanover community, we approach every job with urgency and respect, helping you navigate both the physical cleanup and the stress that comes with it. Our goal is to restore your property safely and thoroughly while supporting you through the process.



 
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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

Ricky Roberts was a HUGE help with our mold issue. Identified the problem, talked us through it and gave us a few different options to fix. Highly recommend ServPro and Ricky. Will be using them again

Will Odom

I cannot say enough good things about Wesley and the team at SERVPRO! We had an issue where food was accidentally burned in our oven, and the smoke smell ended up traveling through our HVAC system and into seemingly every corner of our house, including our closets and our kids’ bedrooms. After nearly a week of cleaning, washing, airing everything out, and trying everything we could think of, the smell was still lingering. I reached out to Wesley, and he was at our house that SAME DAY with air scrubbers and a plan. He walked us through what was happening, gave us great advice on what we could do ourselves, and genuinely went above and beyond to help us get our home back to normal. Within 48 hours, the difference was incredible. After everything we had tried all week, it was such a relief to finally walk into our house and notice a significant improvement. I am incredibly grateful for Wesley’s quick response, knowledge, professionalism, and kindness. When something happens in your home, having someone respond quickly and actually know how to help makes all the difference. If you ever need restoration or cleanup services, I would hands-down recommend Wesley and SERVPRO. They will absolutely be my first call from now on!

Elise Eisel

Wes conducted a thorough inspection of our mold issue and provided an honest and clear solution.

Lindsay Fletcher Smith

I’ve gotten to work with Wes and the SERVPro team several times now on commercial projects. The professionalism and the efficiency they display when working to get a client back into their building is truly impressive!

Devin Skipper

Ricky was prompt, knowledgeable, and thorough on his investigation of my concern. Would recommend, and will use for any future issues!

Kate

I’ve had some recurring mold and had concerns about it, so I reached out to ServPro. They sent Wes out the same day and he did a thorough inspection of the site as well as in the attic above the vent. His detailed explanation gave me guidance on how to remedy and prevent the issue going forward. He was beyond helpful!

Elizabeth Forte

SERVPRO of New Hanover was with us from start to finish. Their knowledge and professionalism were exceptional and we are extremely happy with the results on our restored home. Highly recommend this business. Eric Heid and Kelly Lake are outstanding professionals with a ton of expertise. They will take care of you and your home.

Kris Bradsher

My experience was excellent with ServPro from Wilmington North Carolina in New Hanover County. Mr. Dominic Donato showed up immediately and estimated damages with pics and video, the whole process was amazing and I loved the professional approach and the support! The pipe busted and caused water in 3 living spaces and crawlspace and walls! Scary experience but all questions were answered! I was able to contact Amy at ServPro and she acted by contacting my insurance company to continue the process! The insurance was able to get all the information from Mr. Donato and Amy that was needed to proceed with my claim without delay! This ServPro Company is on the ball! I recommend ServPro.

Yvonne

Josh and his crew did a great job.

Cindy Carroll

About Us

At SERVPRO of New Hanover, we understand the disruptions, worry, and questions that follows a fire or water damage incident. Members of our staff have also experienced personal losses at our properties, so we know what property owners are feeling and experiencing.  Our goal is to care for customers and their properties, while providing the necessary resources, superior customer service, and a network of professionals to fix the damage "Like it never even happened."

Commitment to Our Community
Our company, led by owner Davis M. Thompson, continually engages with the community here in New Hanover both in normal times and during emergencies. By working closely with charities like WARM, Wilmington Area Rebuilding Ministry, we can contribute to the general goal of preventing home accidents and illnesses in New Hanover. We also work with The American Red Cross, Nourish NC and Wilmington Chamber foundation among others.

Full Service
At SERVPRO of New Hanover, we understand emergencies require immediate action that is why we pledge to return the customers call within an hour whether notified in the wee hours of the night or ordinary working hours. Our IICRC certified crews are highly skilled in cleanup and restoration. We take pride in solving problems whether affecting residential properties or all types of commercial spaces, ranging from small businesses to large manufacturing plants.

Why SERVPRO?
We are flexible enough to help in different water loss situations whether it is the simpler ones involving plumbing leaks or the more complicated ones caused by catastrophic events such as storms. We follow ASD best practices. Our crews are also well versed with the restoration of fire, mold and other related damages providing a one-stop shop for our clients when emergencies come calling.

Davis M. Thompson
Davis M. Thompson
Owner of SERVPRO of New Hanover

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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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