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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 Ashland / Richland

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(419) 207-8449
4.9
(52 reviews)

Service Areas

Ashland, OH | Mansfield, OH | Shelby, OH | Loudonville, OH | Perrysville, OH | Polk, OH | Hayesville, OH | Savannah, OH | Bailey Lakes, OH | Mifflin, OH | Bellville, OH | Lexington, OH | Butler, OH | Lucas, OH

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 Ashland / Richland 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

The team members were very friendly, professional and explained things very well.

Carol M.
Ashland

This is a responsive, dedicated, and locally owned business that do a fantastic job of helping you recover from a home disaster. Whatever your need, give them a call and ask for information. So Glad we did !
Thank you SERVPRO

Ron S.
Mansfield

Thank you for the professional job ! Your crew was very hard working.

Gary
Ashland

You did a wonderful job with the drying of our basement after a pipe exploded. Thank you

Julie
MANSFIELD

Your crew came to the rescue when we had a dishwasher leak. Thank you .

Sara
Mansfield

A very quick response time and considerate employees as we dealt with this mess. A very professional service team. Appeared using good quality equipment to make everything cleaned up and dried up to their best of their ability in a timely manor. Representatives were patient while we continue to ask so many questions through the process. 

Samatha W.
Mansfield

Great Job. Would definitely recommend your company.

Roger T
Mansfield

Great communication and execution. I wouldn't hesitate to give them a call. Class act!!

Wayne L.
Mansfield

Thank you for coming quickly !! Your Crew did an amazing Job. 

Tara C
Mansfield

The team members were very friendly, professional and explained things very well.

Carol M.
Ashland

This is a responsive, dedicated, and locally owned business that do a fantastic job of helping you recover from a home disaster. Whatever your need, give them a call and ask for information. So Glad we did !
Thank you SERVPRO

Ron S.
Mansfield

Thank you for the professional job ! Your crew was very hard working.

Gary
Ashland

You did a wonderful job with the drying of our basement after a pipe exploded. Thank you

Julie
MANSFIELD

Your crew came to the rescue when we had a dishwasher leak. Thank you .

Sara
Mansfield

A very quick response time and considerate employees as we dealt with this mess. A very professional service team. Appeared using good quality equipment to make everything cleaned up and dried up to their best of their ability in a timely manor. Representatives were patient while we continue to ask so many questions through the process. 

Samatha W.
Mansfield

Great Job. Would definitely recommend your company.

Roger T
Mansfield

Great communication and execution. I wouldn't hesitate to give them a call. Class act!!

Wayne L.
Mansfield

Thank you for coming quickly !! Your Crew did an amazing Job. 

Tara C
Mansfield

About Us

SERVPRO of Ashland / Richland understands the stress and worry that comes with fire or water damage and the disruption it causes to your home or business. When disaster strikes, you can trust our team—backed by an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau—to deliver the expertise, professionalism, and care needed to restore your property. Our promise is simple: Helping restore the present to protect the future.

Founded in 1996 by Michal Fosdick, SERVPRO of Ashland / Richland has grown into part of Team Fosdick, a multi-franchise operation serving communities across Ohio. Michal’s dedication and hands-on leadership established a culture of hard work, compassion, and integrity that continues to define the company today.

Now joined in ownership by Dennis Fosdick, Jr., SERVPRO of Ashland / Richland benefits from his extensive operational expertise and disaster-response experience. Dennis has led teams through large-scale events across the country and now applies that knowledge locally, ensuring every project is handled with precision and care. His leadership strengthens the company’s commitment to excellence and its role as a trusted community partner.

For nearly three decades, SERVPRO of Ashland / Richland has been committed to providing fast, reliable, and professional restoration services. From water and fire damage to storm response and specialty cleaning, our team is available 24/7, 365 days a year.

When emergencies happen, we are proud to be the trusted local partner that helps make it “Like it never even happened.”

Michal Fosdick, Dennis L. Fosdick Jr.
Michal Fosdick, Dennis L. Fosdick Jr.
Owners of SERVPRO of Ashland / Richland

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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.