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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 Montclair / West Orange
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(973) 669-4825
4.8
(88 reviews)

Why Choose SERVPRO® for Sewage Cleanup?

Sewage Cleanup in Montclair, NJ & West Orange, NJ

A sewage backup is more than just an inconvenience—it’s a serious health hazard that requires immediate, professional attention. In Montclair, New Jersey, West Orange, and nearby Essex County communities, heavy rainstorms, aging sewer lines, or sudden plumbing issues can quickly lead to sewage flooding in homes and businesses. Our local team is available 24/7 for emergency sewage cleanup, water removal, and basement flood restoration, ensuring your property is safe and sanitary again.

With advanced extraction and drying equipment, our trained technicians handle everything from contaminated water removal to complete disinfection and odor control. Whether you’re dealing with a small residential backup or a large-scale commercial sewage cleanup, we act quickly to reduce damage and health risks.

Our Sewage Cleanup Services Include:

  • Emergency water and sewage removal

  • Basement sewage cleanup and drying

  • Disinfection and odor control

  • Commercial sewage restoration with minimal downtime

  • Full reconstruction services when repairs are required

In an area like Northern New Jersey, where storms and seasonal weather can stress drainage systems, having a trusted local restoration partner makes all the difference. We’re committed to helping our neighbors recover quickly, safely, and with peace of mind.

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

Josh Barrett was a gem. Took really good care of us and was extremely professional and courteous. Work very efficiently and explains everything carefully.

Alexander Fleysher

Servpro was extremely helpful and very responsive throughout the process. They were very professional, I would recommend them to anyone to use them.

Marisa Lazatin

I could not speak more highly of Michelle Conselina and her team for being life savers during the holidays. They were prompt, professional, and very easy to work with. They made sure we were satisfied with all of their work and were transparent through the process on timing, cost, and results. They delivered above and beyond.

Philip Smith

EXCELLENT!! Customer service this company deserves (10 STARS) My first time using them. Michelle and her team Issac, Pedro, Brian and Josh were responsive , professional and on time. They made the flood cleanup seamless. Thanks! Guys you truly represents the best of Servpro Valerie Walker 10/29/25

Valerie Walker

My name is Michele. Issac and Josh the technician at serv pro and their team was exceptional with cleaning and customer service. They were very nice to explain and did very detailed work and did an amazing hard working job cleaning and using air purification systems on the apartment. The team is very kind very caring and went above and beyond to help me. They explained serv pro services in a very detailed manner and all the options for cleaners for the cleaning of my apartment. I would highly recommend Josh and his team and serv pro of montclair. They assisted me in an emergency where too much pesticides were used in my apartment and they explained all the options of cleaning with safe cleaners. Thank you to Josh for his extra time and help and all the customer service agents on the phone as well were very helpful

Sheli J.

My name is Michele and Josh the technician at serv pro was exceptional with his customer service. He was kind very caring and went above and beyond to help me. He explained serv pro services in a very detailed manner and all the options for cleaners for the cleaning of my apartment. I would highly recommend Josh and his team and serv pro of montclair. They assisted me in an emergency where too much pesticides were used in my apartment and they explained all the options of cleaning with safe cleaners. Thank you to Josh for his extra time and help and all the customer service agents on the phone as well were very helpful.

Camo and Gunner

Great customer service very nice friendly staff always willing to help

MJ Jaster

Frank, Hugo, Geo, are a great assets to their company they were so professional the whole time they were here and did an incredible job. Highly recommended if you ever have any water damage. A+++++++++++++++++++

Steven Keith

We dealt mainly with Mike and Jim who know everything about everything when it comes to remediation and repair/construction. We had an extensive water damage situation. These guys were unflappable, communicated clearly, brought creative ideas to the table, had excellent teams and relentlessly worked to give us a beautiful home. And they sure did. They met their deadlines and went above and beyond.

Michael M

About Us

SERVPRO of Montclair/West Orange understands the stress and concerns that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business. Our vision is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it "Like it never even happened." Led by Joe Wishnia, our team has several years of experience. Our team of managers and technicians are IICRC certified and among the best in the industry. 

SERVPRO of Montclair/West Orange focuses in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire, smoke or water damage. SERVPRO of Montclair/West Orange can also mitigate mold and mildew from your home or business. We service areas in New Jersey including Glen Ridge and Verona! We prioritize helping our community after natural disasters and property damages. 

If you have any questions, do not hesitate to reach out to us at anytime. We are always here to help, 24/7. SERVPRO is the cleaning and restoration brand you can trust to help you with any loss from start to finish. 

Joseph Wishnia
Joseph Wishnia
Owner of SERVPRO of Montclair / West Orange

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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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