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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 Skagit and Island Counties

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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 Skagit and Island Counties 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

Thank you all for coming to our rescue due to the water damage to our home. We appreciate your professionalism from our fist call to the day you completed work.

John
Anacortes

I wish that all service providers rated as high as SERVPRO. Kenny and Craig should be given the credit as they did the work and please give these guys a raise if possible.

Loss: Pipe break affecting dinning room, carpet, kitchen, hardwoods

Richard
Oak Harbor

Awesome Crew! Kenny is great. Water loss kitchen sprayer line broke affecting kitchen, living room and bath.

Brendon
Oak Harbor

Your company has very nice employees. They explained the process every step of the way and were receptive to time constraints for my job. Toilet bowl overflow in lower main level in bath affecting other rooms and crawl space.

Bobbie
Arlington

The staff went above and beyond. They were courteous and friendly, very professional. Could not be more impressed!

Loss: Water Heater leaked affecting basement kitchen, bath, 1500sf carpet, wood and laminate flooring.

Richard
Anacortes

Service #1 Relationship! Knowledgeable, professionalism, showed up when they said they would, Class act run business! Enjoyed Trevor!

Loss: Washer leak affecting down stairs liv room, storage and bath.

Debbie
Anacortes

I have been so impressed with the professionalism, courtesy, and ability of the entire SERVPRO team. I feel confident that we will not have issues with mold or water damage in the future.

Loss: Washer supply line affecting up stairs laundry, hall master, down hall and bedroom.

Janessa
Anacortes

Very, very impressed with the office and the crew that came out to take care of the damage from the dishwasher leak that affected our bamboo floors.

Ray and Janet
Mount Vernon

Washing machine overflow affecting downstairs Living room, bed, storage and bath. Service was #1, knowledgeable professionalism, showed up when they said they would. Class Act Run Business! Enjoyed Trevor!

Debbie
Anacortes

About Us

Trusted Restoration Experts Serving Skagit County

With more than a decade of experience, we’ve earned a strong reputation as the team Skagit County turns to when disaster strikes. Our certified professionals specialize in water and fire damage cleanup, mold remediation, and biohazard restoration—bringing fast, reliable, and expert care when it matters most.

Because our entire team lives right here in the community, we know the area inside and out. When emergencies hit, we respond quickly, navigate the region with ease, and get critical mitigation started without delay.

Exceeding Expectations—Every Time

From our owners, Paul & Amy Leavens, to every member of our crew, our mission is simple: deliver exceptional service on every project. We go above and beyond to ensure you feel supported, informed, and confident throughout the restoration process. Disasters are stressful—your experience with us shouldn’t be.

Proud to Serve the Community We Call Home

From the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival to the Highland Games, this region is full of vibrant events, natural beauty, and tight-knit neighborhoods. We’re proud to help protect the thousands of homes and businesses that make this community special.

We don’t just work here—we live here. We support local nonprofits, contribute time and resources to community initiatives, and stand alongside our neighbors in times of need. Our commitment to service is at the heart of everything we do.

Paul & Amy Leavens
Paul & Amy Leavens
Owners of SERVPRO of Skagit and Island Counties

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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.