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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 St. Mary's County

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(301) 862-9500
4.8
(161 reviews)

Why Choose SERVPRO® for Sewage Cleanup?





Sewage Cleanup in California, MD

Let’s call it what it is—sewage problems are the kind of mess nobody wants to deal with. Whether a main line backs up in Lexington Park or heavy rain overwhelms a drain near the Patuxent, sewage cleanup needs quick, professional attention.

SERVPRO has helped homeowners and businesses throughout California, MD handle sewage situations with care, speed, and a steady hand. We understand how stressful it can feel when something goes wrong behind the walls or under the floors—and how important it is to fix it right the first time.

In restoration terms, sewage is often called Category 3 water, which simply means it’s heavily contaminated and requires specialized cleanup. This isn’t a mop-and-bucket job. Our team uses powerful extraction equipment to remove the waste water, followed by detailed cleaning, disinfecting, and deodorizing so lingering odors don’t hang around longer than they should.

What Our Sewage Cleanup Process Includes:

  • Rapid Extraction – Removing sewage and wastewater quickly

  • Thorough Cleaning – Disinfecting affected surfaces from top to bottom

  • Drying & Deodorization – Eliminating moisture and stubborn smells

  • Targeted Repairs – Restoring materials that couldn’t be saved

We’ve worked in neighborhoods near Great Mills, along Route 5, and throughout St. Mary’s County. Every job gets the same attention and respect.

When sewage disrupts your day, let SERVPRO help restore your space—“Like it never even happened.”

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

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

This was my second experience with SERVPRO in a handful of years, and like the first time, I was not disappointed. The SERVPRO team worked together efficiently to clean up a flooded bathroom, shampooed carpets, even left heater fans and dehumidifier in place for several days to ensure the area dried out to prevent mold and mildew. I'm very pleased with their attention to details. Thank you very much! SERVPRO is definitely the team to call...first!

Linda Callan
Lusby

The crew arrived after normal working hours and did a great job installing the 9 fans and 2 dehumidifiers following our water heater failure. They also worked closely with our insurance company to identify water damage. Very professional and had great attitudes, even working later in the evening.

Jeff Dionne
Hollywood

Since our sump pump flooding disaster, the quick and professional response of your SERVPRO team, headed by a fine, young gentleman named Todd, was a lifesaver for two seventy-plus year olds. Every aspect of the operation, from the dispatcher Tracy's professionalism to the final clean-up yesterday, was done with the utmost courtesy and respect from us. 

Thanks again for all who were involved and the very professional team that you have created.

Sincerely, 

Mike and Mary Jane Reber

Mike and Mary Jane Reber
Solomons

"Five star review"

Jennifer Crow
California
Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value

I can not say enough about the integrity of this group. If you are looking for a solution do not hesitate to use them! We are completely satisfied with the responsiveness and the quality of their work. The technicians are subject matter experts dedicated to solving problems. Excellent management that goes above and beyond to please the customer.

Laura Monto
Huntingtown

Positive: Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value

Chad Keller
California

My mom lives in Piney Point, at the ends of the earth, she had a terrible water leak at her house- it was literally raining downstairs via the ceiling!! (onto her newly installed hardwood floors).  Your team came out so quickly and like your commercial says "Like it never even happened." true statement!!!  You got her all fixed up and thankfully the floors were saved.  Can't thank you enough for that!!

Jessica St. Clair
Piney Point

We had a huge leak in our kitchen and our insurance wasn't great but SERVPRO saved the day. As soon as they got the call they got a crew out to our house to start the clean up. They did a great job

Cari Ray
Leonardtown
Rated highly for: QualityResponsivenessPunctuality

Extremely responsive, Ricky came to my house at 8pm on a Friday and had all of the damaged carpet and drywall from a major leak removed that night. Great crew, very knowledgeable and friendly!

Chris Powers
Hollywood

About Us





Proudly Serving California, MD & St. Mary’s County

Here in California, MD, we know the value of community. When disaster strikes—whether it’s a flooded basement in Lexington Park or smoke damage in Great Mills—you don’t just need a cleanup crew. You need neighbors who get it.

That’s where SERVPRO comes in. Since 1986, we’ve been restoring homes and businesses throughout St. Mary’s County with expertise, heart, and a steady hand. We know the quirks of local weather, the charm (and challenges) of older buildings, and the importance of getting life back to normal—fast.

We don’t just throw around jargon. If we talk about “containment,” we’ll explain that it means sealing off damaged areas to keep the mess from spreading. “Structural drying”? That’s just our fancy way of saying we use industrial equipment to pull moisture out of walls, floors, and hidden spaces.

Why Locals Trust SERVPRO:

  • Deep local roots—we live and work here, too.

  • Highly trained crews certified in water, fire, and mold cleanup.

  • Start-to-finish service—from emergency response to final repairs.

We’re the folks who roll up our sleeves when things get tough. Our mission? To turn chaos into calm and help you feel at home again.

Ready to breathe easy? Let SERVPRO restore your peace of mind—"Like it never even happened."

Vincent Whittles
Vincent Whittles
Owner of SERVPRO of St. Mary's County

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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.

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