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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 Bartow / Lakeland Highlands

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(863) 510-5962
4.7
(78 reviews)

Why Choose SERVPRO® for Sewage Cleanup?

Sewage backups are stressful, hazardous, and can cause significant damage if not handled quickly and professionally. At SERVPRO of Bartow / Lakeland Highlands we understand your urgency. Our technicians are certified and have the equipment to deal with septic system failures, toilet overflows, burst pipes, sewer line backups, and contaminated water.

No matter how difficult your challenge, SERVPRO is the trusted name for sewage damage cleanup, repair, and restoration. We make it "like it never even happened."

We always strive to follow the IICRC S500 industry standards. For more information about these standards, please check out the IICRC website.

Our experienced SERVPRO team will also help coordinate your insurance claims.

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
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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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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
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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

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

I would like to thank SERVPRO of Bartow/Lakeland Highlands for everything they did for us after the flood.  They went above and beyond working with my insurance company and I can't thank them enough!!  If I ever have another problem, SERVPRO will be the first company I call.  

Shane
Frostproof

Jesse was very thorough and informative.

Joel
VALRICO

Very good job! I am very pleased! I would recommend them to everyone.

Pastor Alvin
Auburndale

We could not have been in better hands with our situation. The techs were friendly, understanding, and very efficient. i am so thankful for all their hard work.

Charles
Mulberry

I am so pleased with the results in my home after my water loss. I called SERVPRO of Bartow/Lakeland Highlands and they took care of everything I needed. Thanks so much for all your help, you made my disaster so easy to handle.

Cecilia
BARTOW

Big y and little T came through and saved the day the house was full of water and they cleaned and dryer it and left it smelling good, great job.

 

Brian M.
Lakeland

I am not sure where to start. From the initial call to request help, to the last day the team was there to pick up the machines....my experience was exceptional. Jon, Cody and their crew went above and beyond when my house flooded. Although it took a week to dry us out, it felt like a day. Jon made sure even though I was at work, I always knew what was going on. They took what was a stressful event for me and made it 1000 times better. I was impressed by how knowledgeable they were, how clean they left my house even after having to tear up flooring, and cabinets! Courteous of my animals, kids and my things they had to move! I can not begin to thank you enough for everything! My family misses having ya'll around!

Tawni Hicks-Lanier
Lake Placid

Awesome company to work for.

Jessie F.
Lakeland

Great team of guys: Jose/Mike. Great communication daily!! Thank you!

Highland Homes
Lakeland

I would like to thank SERVPRO of Bartow/Lakeland Highlands for everything they did for us after the flood.  They went above and beyond working with my insurance company and I can't thank them enough!!  If I ever have another problem, SERVPRO will be the first company I call.  

Shane
Frostproof

Jesse was very thorough and informative.

Joel
VALRICO

Very good job! I am very pleased! I would recommend them to everyone.

Pastor Alvin
Auburndale

We could not have been in better hands with our situation. The techs were friendly, understanding, and very efficient. i am so thankful for all their hard work.

Charles
Mulberry

I am so pleased with the results in my home after my water loss. I called SERVPRO of Bartow/Lakeland Highlands and they took care of everything I needed. Thanks so much for all your help, you made my disaster so easy to handle.

Cecilia
BARTOW

Big y and little T came through and saved the day the house was full of water and they cleaned and dryer it and left it smelling good, great job.

 

Brian M.
Lakeland

I am not sure where to start. From the initial call to request help, to the last day the team was there to pick up the machines....my experience was exceptional. Jon, Cody and their crew went above and beyond when my house flooded. Although it took a week to dry us out, it felt like a day. Jon made sure even though I was at work, I always knew what was going on. They took what was a stressful event for me and made it 1000 times better. I was impressed by how knowledgeable they were, how clean they left my house even after having to tear up flooring, and cabinets! Courteous of my animals, kids and my things they had to move! I can not begin to thank you enough for everything! My family misses having ya'll around!

Tawni Hicks-Lanier
Lake Placid

Awesome company to work for.

Jessie F.
Lakeland

Great team of guys: Jose/Mike. Great communication daily!! Thank you!

Highland Homes
Lakeland

About Us

It's difficult to be ready for a disaster. Sometimes you come home to a flood. Other times you wake up to a fire alarm. No matter the disaster, you can never be fully prepared. That's why our teams are available 24/7 to tackle and disaster with excellence and care. We make it "like it never happened"!

Our SERVPRO of Bartow/Lakeland Highlands teams specialize in both residential and commercial disaster restoration, including water, fire and storm restoration, as well as mold remediation, cleaning, and building services. Our teams approach every job with a fresh perspective, utilizing our unique training and technology to develop the best possible solutions for your needs. If you live in Bartow, Highland City, Lakeland, or the surrounding area, call us in your time of need and we can get you back to normal as soon as possible!

From training at SERVPRO’s corporate training facility to regular IICRC-industry certification, our teams cannot be outmatched in terms of expertise. We aren't just here to fix what's broken; we solve problems with lasting solutions. No disaster is too great for SERVPRO of Bartow/Lakeland Highlands!

Give us a call today for any disaster restoration need!

Michael Panster, Joshua J. Marazzito
Michael Panster, Joshua J. Marazzito
Owners of SERVPRO of Bartow / Lakeland Highlands

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*#1 Choice in cleanup & restoration based on Commercial and Residential Attitude & Usage Tracking studies. Polling 816 commercial business decision-makers and 1,550 homeowner decision-makers on first choice for future needs related to cleanup & restoration work. Studies conducted by C&R Research: Oct 2019 and Decision Analyst: Oct 2019.