Sewage Cleanup — Lehigh Valley, PA
Lehigh Valley Restoration provides professional sewage cleanup throughout the Lehigh Valley, serving all 23 communities listed below. Select your community below for local details and pricing.
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Emergency Sewage Cleanup in the Lehigh Valley
Sewage backup is a Category 3 water damage event — the most hazardous classification. Raw sewage contains bacteria, viruses, and pathogens that can cause serious illness. Do not attempt to clean up sewage backup yourself. Lehigh Valley Restoration provides 24/7 emergency sewage cleanup throughout Lehigh and Northampton counties with full biohazard decontamination protocols.
We extract the sewage, decontaminate all affected surfaces, remove all non-salvageable materials, treat with hospital-grade antimicrobials, and dry the structure completely — leaving your home safe for occupancy.
Common Causes of Sewage Backup
- Main sewer line blockage — root intrusion, grease accumulation, or collapsed pipe
- Municipal sewer surcharge — heavy rain overwhelms the public sewer system
- Failed or overwhelmed sump pump during heavy rain events
- Clogged floor drains in basements during high groundwater events
- Aging plumbing in older Lehigh Valley homes
Our Sewage Cleanup Process
- Immediate containment — prevent sewage from spreading to unaffected areas
- Extraction — all sewage and contaminated water removed with specialized equipment
- Material removal — all porous materials (drywall, carpet, insulation) in the affected zone are removed
- Decontamination — all surfaces treated with hospital-grade antimicrobials
- Structural drying — industrial equipment dries the structure completely
- Air quality verification — final testing confirms the space is safe for occupancy
- Rebuild — drywall, flooring, and finish work completed to pre-loss condition
Frequently Asked Questions
Is sewage backup covered by homeowners insurance?
Standard homeowners insurance typically does not cover sewage backup unless you have a specific sewage backup endorsement or rider. Many policies offer this as an add-on for $50 to $100 per year. We document your loss thoroughly whether or not insurance covers it — a detailed scope helps if you need to negotiate with your insurer or the municipality.
How long does sewage cleanup take?
Initial extraction and decontamination typically takes 1 to 2 days. Structural drying takes another 3 to 5 days. Rebuild — replacing drywall, flooring, and finishes — takes 1 to 2 weeks for most basements. We give you a full timeline after the initial assessment.
Is it safe to stay in my home during sewage cleanup?
It depends on which area is affected and how severe the backup is. A contained basement backup with good separation from living areas may allow occupancy with precautions. Widespread contamination or backup in living areas typically requires temporary relocation. We assess this on arrival.
Can sewage backup happen again after cleanup?
If the underlying cause is not addressed — a blocked main line, failed sump pump, or municipal surcharge issue — yes. We recommend having a licensed plumber inspect and clear the main line after every sewage backup event. We can coordinate with plumbers we work with regularly in the Lehigh Valley.
Serving the Lehigh Valley — Licensed & Insured
Lehigh Valley Restoration provides professional damage restoration services throughout Lehigh and Northampton counties. Our experienced restoration technicians respond 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to water, mold, fire, storm, and sewage emergencies. We work directly with all major insurance carriers to help you navigate the claims process — from first call to final walkthrough.