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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

Here to Help® 24/7

SERVPRO of Toledo

Our Google Reviews
(419) 691-6550
4.8
(41 reviews)

Service Areas

Toledo, OH | Downtown Toledo, OH | Point Place, OH | Rossford, 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 Toledo 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

Was very happy with the work performed. Employees were very sympathetic to our concerns and addressed them all. They put our minds at ease.

Allison K
Maumee

Couldn't have been Better!

Barbra S
Toledo

My Basement looks better than when we moved in. The team members were professional and friendly. They didn't miss a single detail from start to finish - very through. They even covered the length of the extension cords w/ painters tape to prevent my children from tripping- so thoughtful!! We would recommend to anyone!

Kristen R
Toledo

5 Stars!

Linda B
Toledo

Great Service and very thorough.

Evan
Fort Wayne

I had a water damage in my home due to a Faulty pipe. I called your company for clean up . The best phone call I've ever made. They came right away bringing fans, tore up all the wet carpeting and cleaned up the and cleaned up the leftover mess. The next day they started the work. I left the following week to visit my Mom in Florida and they put a lock box on my front door and finished the work . I got home 10 days later and the carpeting had been laid, the furniture was in place. I want to thank you so much for working with the insurance company to get this settled. You have helped to make this disaster so very easy and all of your people are very special with a great sense of humor. I would highly recommend you to anyone in need. Thanks again and again for all you did and the help you gave me.

Nancy E
Toledo

You guys are great! Thanks so much for helping us through an ugly situation!

Alan Albert
Ottawa Hills

On Jan. 15, I had a "flood" in my house due to a faulty pipe. I called my insurance company and they suggested I call SERVPRO. THE BEST PHONE CALL I'VE EVER MADE, They came right away.They tore out affected material and set Equipment.I left the next week for Florida and they put a lock box on my door and finished the work. I got home the carpeting had been laid furniture was in place,You have helped to make this disaster so very easy. I would highly recommend you to anyone in need

Nancy
Toledo

Very understanding and easy to work with. Would recommend to anyone who asked

James S
Toledo

Was very happy with the work performed. Employees were very sympathetic to our concerns and addressed them all. They put our minds at ease.

Allison K
Maumee

Couldn't have been Better!

Barbra S
Toledo

My Basement looks better than when we moved in. The team members were professional and friendly. They didn't miss a single detail from start to finish - very through. They even covered the length of the extension cords w/ painters tape to prevent my children from tripping- so thoughtful!! We would recommend to anyone!

Kristen R
Toledo

5 Stars!

Linda B
Toledo

Great Service and very thorough.

Evan
Fort Wayne

I had a water damage in my home due to a Faulty pipe. I called your company for clean up . The best phone call I've ever made. They came right away bringing fans, tore up all the wet carpeting and cleaned up the and cleaned up the leftover mess. The next day they started the work. I left the following week to visit my Mom in Florida and they put a lock box on my front door and finished the work . I got home 10 days later and the carpeting had been laid, the furniture was in place. I want to thank you so much for working with the insurance company to get this settled. You have helped to make this disaster so very easy and all of your people are very special with a great sense of humor. I would highly recommend you to anyone in need. Thanks again and again for all you did and the help you gave me.

Nancy E
Toledo

You guys are great! Thanks so much for helping us through an ugly situation!

Alan Albert
Ottawa Hills

On Jan. 15, I had a "flood" in my house due to a faulty pipe. I called my insurance company and they suggested I call SERVPRO. THE BEST PHONE CALL I'VE EVER MADE, They came right away.They tore out affected material and set Equipment.I left the next week for Florida and they put a lock box on my door and finished the work. I got home the carpeting had been laid furniture was in place,You have helped to make this disaster so very easy. I would highly recommend you to anyone in need

Nancy
Toledo

Very understanding and easy to work with. Would recommend to anyone who asked

James S
Toledo

About Us

SERVPRO of Toledo understands that fire, water, and storm damage can disrupt lives, businesses, and entire communities. That is why our team—recognized with an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau—responds with speed, expertise, and professionalism. Our commitment is simple: Helping restore the present to protect the future.

Founded in 1996 by Michal Fosdick, SERVPRO of Toledo has grown into part of Team Fosdick, a family-owned group of SERVPRO franchises serving Ohio with trusted restoration and cleaning services. Michal’s leadership has created a culture rooted in compassion, accountability, and quality that customers know they can depend on.

Dennis Fosdick, Jr., now co-owner, brings extensive operational leadership and national disaster-response experience to the Toledo team. Having worked across the country in response to hurricanes, floods, and other catastrophic events, Dennis applies that knowledge locally to ensure every project is handled with precision and care. His leadership strengthens the company’s reputation as a trusted partner for both homeowners and commercial clients.

For nearly 30 years, SERVPRO of Toledo has been proud to serve the community with reliable restoration solutions. Whether it’s emergency response for water or fire damage, large-scale storm recovery, or specialized cleaning, our team is available 24/7, 365 days a year.

When disaster strikes, SERVPRO of Toledo is ready to respond—helping make it “Like it never even happened.”

Michal Fosdick, Dennis L. Fosdick Jr.
Michal Fosdick, Dennis L. Fosdick Jr.
Owners of SERVPRO of Toledo

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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.