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Guide to Best Sewage Cleanup Service Cleanup and Disinfection

How do I disinfect my basement after a sewer backup?

If you have recently experienced a sewage backup in your basement, it is important to take immediate action to clean up and disinfect the area. Sewage water contains bacteria and other harmful contaminants that can pose a health risk to you and your family.

The following steps will help you to safely and effectively clean up and disinfect your basement after a sewage backup:

  1. Remove all contaminated items from the basement, including furniture, clothing, and toys.
  2. Wear protective gear, such as gloves, a mask, and goggles.
  3. Use a bleach solution to clean and disinfect the basement. Mix one part bleach to ten parts water.
  4. Apply the bleach solution to all surfaces that have been contaminated with sewage water, including the floor, walls, and ceiling.
  5. Allow the bleach solution to sit for 10 minutes, then rinse it off with clean water.
  6. Dry the basement thoroughly to prevent mold and mildew growth.

It is important to note that sewage cleanup can be a hazardous task. If you are not comfortable cleaning up the sewage backup yourself, you should contact a professional sewage cleanup service.