Sewage Cleanup and Waste Removal Service with Specialized Equipment in Nashville, TN.
Heavy rainfall can overwhelm municipal sewer systems in Nashville and lead to sewage backups that flood your property with hazardous “blackwater,” not spotless water. If you need sewage cleanup in Nashville after a burst sewer pipe, hurricane or tornado damage, industrial flooding, or other hazardous waste contamination, ASDT provides professional sewage cleanup and waste removal to safely address water damage for homeowners, business owners, and property managers. Raw sewage, chemicals, heavy metals, and other contaminants can pose a serious health risk to you, your family, customers, or employees, so this is a situation where it pays to act quickly.
At ASDT, we offer 24/7 sewage cleanup in Nashville, with sewage cleanup services and emergency response that can arrive within 60 minutes to handle water removal, remove contaminated water, and thoroughly clean and disinfect your property. Our teams use professional-grade pumps and industrial-grade vacuums to clean sewage quickly as part of our cleanup services for homes and businesses. We understand that a sewage spill can be one of the most unpleasant and concerning situations a home or business owner may face, especially because sewage backups can contain harmful bacteria and viruses. Here you’ll find practical guidance on sewage cleanup situations, blackwater health risks, disinfection, mold inspection and testing, catastrophe response, and what to do in a sewage backup emergency so you can respond quickly, save time and money, prevent lingering odors, avoid further damage, and protect the property.
Three Categories of Water Damage
ASDT is fully equipped to handle all three types of water damage defined by IICRC standards, and our equipment usage follows those industry standards throughout sewage cleanup.
Category 1: water, or clear water, poses the slightest threat of harm to people. Category 1 water damage sources include water supply lines, rainwater, meltwater, and toilet tank water (as long as there are no contaminants). Building materials like wet drywall, hardwood flooring, and carpets can be dried and salvaged with no substantial health risks.
Category 2: water, or greywater, threatens people’s health and safety. Greywater is any wastewater used for bathing or showering, washing, or laundering, including water from washing machines, dishwashers, showers, and sinks. This kind of water contains germs, chemicals, fats, oils, and bleaches that can rapidly become septic if left untreated, and backups can also result from clogs caused by fats, oils, grease, and non-flushable items.
Category 3: or blackwater, is the most serious category of water damage. It must be eliminated to protect the property, and porous materials such as carpet and drywall usually need to be discarded after sewage contamination, while affected walls and other surfaces must be cleaned with appropriate antimicrobial solutions to disinfect affected areas. Any grossly contaminated sewage water from toilets, urinals, sewer systems, or septic tanks is considered blackwater, and raw sewage carries harmful contaminants that create serious health risks. ASDT’s IICRC-certified technicians are certified by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) to handle this work safely. Protective gear and specialized equipment are essential for safe cleanup. The cleanup process also includes drying equipment and dehumidification as part of the restoration process to help safely restore the property and reduce mold risk.
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Sewage & Waste Cleanup FAQs
If you’re experiencing a severe backup and waste flooding into your home, call ASDT’s emergency line at 615-207-3877. The first step is to assess whether the backup is a private plumbing issue or a municipal sewer problem, since property owners are responsible for their private plumbing lines and immediate cleanup, and homeowners may also be held liable for sewer service line repairs under Metro Code 15.40.050. Avoid contact with the wastewater; protective gear is essential, and homeowners should not enter contaminated areas without it. Contact Metro Water Services for public sewer issues, and call your utility company to shut off water and power to the affected area. A plumber will be required if a backed-up septic tank or clogged sewer line causes the backup, and septic systems must operate within local guidelines and specified regulations, so have the service team confirm the correct address before dispatch.
ASDT can guide the cleanup process, help restore your property, and handle the issue’s comprehensive removal, disinfection, drying, and clean-up phases while working with your insurance company, insurance provider, or insurance carrier through the insurance process. The faster you call us to clean up the sewage, the more likely we can help save the property from more extensive structural damage and reduce stress.
Yes! Stormwater, including flooding due to hurricanes, tornadoes, and intense thunderstorms, is considered category 3 water. This is because as the water flows over soils, pavement, and drainage systems, it can carry harmful bacteria and viruses and create serious health risks inside the house as it affects walls and other building materials. Do not attempt to clean flood water yourself, since delays can also lead to debris and mold. Instead, call the experts at ASDT.
Professional sewage backup cleanup is always recommended for your total health and safety, as well as that of your family or employees. Porous materials such as carpet and drywall, along with affected personal belongings, often cannot be safely cleaned after contamination and usually need to be discarded. Professional help is essential if the spill affects more than one location on your property, involves a commercial property, occurred more than 24 hours ago, is caused by a sewer or septic tank backup, or your HVAC system has come into contact with the water (as this poses a cross-contamination risk). Sewage cleanup can take hours to days depending on the severity of the damage. Contact ASDT to get started so customers know what to expect from an efficient cleanup focused on customer satisfaction, support with any insurance claim documentation, coordination for any needed repairs, and proper disposal of contaminated materials as required by Nashville regulations.
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