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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 Southeast Portland

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(503) 427-9535
4.2
(50 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 Southeast Portland 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


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

We had a water supply line in the second story wall burst on a Saturday evening during the snows in February. Several inches of water filled the finished basement with some of it pouring through electrical outlets. It was a rough day. SERVPRO was contacted. Silo called back quickly to schedule immediately to come out and assess despite the snow and the fact that it was Saturday night. He even offered to bring us coffee which demonstrated that he understands how people might be feeling when they require SERVPRO services. Overwhelmed is probably the word for it. He showed up, did his assessment, offered some much needed humor, and then gave us an idea of what to expect going forward. Very professional without being impersonal. And so far, he has been the only contractor/service person we've contacted who was willing or able to come out and help. If it weren't for him showing up, we'd still be overwhelmed, searching for any kind of relief. I look forward to continuing to work with Silo and his team as we try and resolve this unforeseen disaster. 

Darla
Portland

Hi, I am Jeanne Staehli's daughter. We were just up at the mountain cabin this weekend and I expected to have to do a LOT of cleaning to get it ready for family to be able to use it this winter. Instead, I just had to clean up after the mice that have invaded in our absence, but all the rest was so clean that I was able to just relax and read a book for most of my time up there. You and your team are fabulous, and I thank you so much for your professionalism. Best regards, Sue

Sue Staehli
Hood River

Clone them!!!!

A. Soares
Portland

Bodie was very nice and professional. He did a great job.

R. Blanchard
Portland

Prompt, quick and thorough job performed by a great crew.

B. Henry
Happy Valley

After a storm put a tree through my roof, SERVPRO of Southeast Portland did a thorough and efficient job of getting the damage under control. 

B. Kellogg
Portland

Silo and crew were very professional and they worked extremely hard for us. They always answered the phone, early in the morning and also late into the evening. I feel liked he and his team really wanted to take good care of us. Thank you so much!

R. Wilcoxen
Portland

The guys came out and cleaned some mold out of our closet in the store and it was amazing! Super clean, very prompt, courteous and would love to recommend them to friends and family. Would purchase services from them again.

Dale
Portland

Really pleased with Jenn with SERVPRO I called in regarding a mold issue from standing water under my home. She came out within 30 minutes to review my property. Jenn then set up her project manager David to come out the following day and go into the small crawlspace under my home. They were very timely and communicated to me every step of the way. 

I am very pleased with their services. 

Sam P.
Gresham

About Us

SERVPRO of Southeast Portland is a woman-owned, family-operated franchise proudly serving the Portland community for nearly 10 years. We specialize in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial properties following fire, smoke, or water damage. Our certified team also provides expert mold remediation, general cleaning for homes and businesses, and specialized services such as crime scene and biohazard cleanup.

As proud members of SERVPRO’s Large Loss Response Team (LLRT), we have the training, experience, and resources to handle any size disaster—quickly, efficiently, and with the highest level of care. Every project we take on is performed with empathy and transparency, ensuring that our neighbors receive the quality service and peace of mind they deserve.

No matter what life throws your way, SERVPRO of Southeast Portland is here to help make it “Like it never even happened.”

Merci Y. Bucsa
Merci Y. Bucsa
Owner of SERVPRO of Southeast Portland

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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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