Dangers of Sewage and Wastewater
Sewage backups are common. Essentially, they are caused by clogs in the sewage system, which push waste backwards into the home when the system gets overloaded. In such situations, the top priority is to remove the sewage/water, dry off the area, disinfect, clean, and restore the property to its pre-damage condition. This is where we can help.
But first of all – why is sewage so dangerous?
Quite a bit of reasons.
E. coli, officially known as Escherichia coli, is a type of bacteria that is commonly found in human gastrointestinal tracts. While it’s not hazardous inside the tracts, it can be dangerous outside of them, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that E. coli is one of the most commonly seen contaminants in sewage. Exposure to E. coli can cause severe symptoms, such as cramps, vomiting, severe diarrhea, and dehydration.
Another dangerous contaminant found in sewage is the hepatitis A virus, which can cause significant harm to your liver and is highly contagious.
Sewage is one of the most dangerous types of water damage that your home can experience, and it’s essential to seek professional help in handling the situation.
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What happens if you touch raw sewage?
Nothing good. We’ve went over just a few of the conditions you can experience on this page, but there’s a far greater number of problems that can happen. Unless you’re a young, fit, and healthy individual, do not even attempt to clean up sewage or be anywhere near it.
How long does sewage bacteria last on surfaces?
Here’s a useful table to answer this:
| Organism | Substrate | Survival Time |
| E. coli | Water | > 100 days |
| Enterococcus | Dry Surfaces | > 24 hours |
| Staphylococcus aureus | Hospital dry surface | > 9-11 days |
| E. coli | Lettuce | > 25 days |
| E. coli | Soil | > 60 days |
| E. coli H37 | Soil | > 15 weeks |
Source: Eurofins
What happens if you smell sewage?
You could experience symptoms of poisoning or even shortness of breath, as sewage can emit toxic gases such as hydrogen sulfide or methane. So, if there is a sewage backup in your house, STAY AWAY.
Sewage Cleanup Service
Precise Water Damage Restoration of Las Vegas provides quotes for comprehensive property restoration and cleaning services, including sewage cleanup, to help homeowners in their time of need.
Our partners offer extremely competitive rates for all of their services. We all believe that homeowners should have access to quality restoration assistance at a fair price. Our partners value their customers and understand the importance of clear communication during the restoration process. That’s why you will always have access to a team of experts.
All of our sewage damage specialists are highly trained and equipped to handle any situation. They go above and beyond to ensure that their customers have the best possible experience, from the moment you phone us until your property is fully restored. If you’re not 110% satisfied, they’ll do everything they can to make it right.
In conclusion, if you’re in need of sewage cleanup services, look no further than Precise Water Damage Restoration of Las Vegas. With competitive rates, direct customer interactions, a guarantee on all services, and a team of professional experts, you can trust us and our partners to restore your property to its pre-backup state. Call us now for a free quote!
Precise Water Damage Restoration of Las Vegas provides quotes for the following, besides sewage cleanups:
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Our Service Areas
We cover the following areas in Clark County, NV:
- Blue Diamond
- Boulder City
- Bunkerville
- Cal Nev Ari
- Henderson
- Indian Springs
- Jean
- Las Vegas
- Laughlin
- Logandale
- Mesquite
- Moapa
- North Las Vegas
- Overton
- Searchlight
- Sloan