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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 Downtown Memphis

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(901) 425-9919
5.0
(33 reviews)

Service Areas

Downtown Memphis, TN

Why Choose SERVPRO® for Sewage Cleanup?

Expert Sewage Remediation and Restoration in Downtown Memphis

A sewage backup in the dense urban landscape of Downtown Memphis is a critical emergency that requires an immediate, professional response. SERVPRO of Downtown Memphis provides expert 24/7 sewage cleanup services to manage "black water" intrusions caused by aging city infrastructure, heavy Mississippi River Valley rain events, or high-rise plumbing failures.

In the heart of the Bluff City, whether you are managing a historic property on Main Street, a luxury condo, or a commercial storefront near Beale, minimizing downtime is essential. Sewage carries harmful contaminants that penetrate deep into porous materials, making standard cleaning insufficient. Our technicians utilize advanced moisture-detection technology to find hidden saturation in subfloors and wall cavities, preventing secondary damage and lingering odors.

Our professional restoration workflow includes:

  • Emergency Extraction: Utilizing high-powered, truck-mounted vacuums to rapidly remove liquid and solid waste.

  • Controlled Removal: Disposing of non-salvageable materials like saturated drywall and carpeting to protect the building's structural integrity.

  • Deep Sanitization: Applying professional-grade antimicrobial treatments to eliminate odors and ensure a clean, healthy environment.

  • Strategic Structural Drying: Deploying industrial dehumidifiers and air movers to pull deep-seated moisture from the framing.

Serving the entire Downtown and Medical District area, we work directly with your insurance provider to streamline the claims process. We are committed to a thorough recovery, restoring your property to its preloss condition quickly and professionally.

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.

About Us

Welcome to SERVPRO of Downtown Memphis, where we understand how disruptive fire or water damage can be to your home or business. Our mission is simple: restore your property with minimal disruption, making it "Like it never even happened."

Whether it’s fire, smoke, water damage, or mold mitigation, you can count on our expert team to restore your space to its pre-loss condition. As your locally owned and operated SERVPRO franchise, we blend the power of a national network with local expertise, offering fast response times and a deep understanding of Memphis' unique needs.

Our highly trained professionals are certified to industry standards and continuously educated in the latest restoration techniques. They receive initial and ongoing training at SERVPRO's corporate training facility and are certified by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC). No job is too big or small for us, and you can rest assured that we have the skills and resources to handle it all efficiently.

With a legacy dating back to 1967, SERVPRO® has built a reputation for excellence in the cleaning and restoration industry. When you choose SERVPRO of Downtown Memphis, you’re choosing a brand you can trust, backed by over five decades of expertise.

Need help restoring your home or business? Contact us today, and let our team bring your property back to life.

Thomas Brent Nicholson, Leo Millan
Thomas Brent Nicholson, Leo Millan
Owners of SERVPRO of Downtown Memphis

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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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