Sewage Cleanup services in Boston
Two things matter when you call a sewage cleanup: how fast they show up, and whether they fix it the first time. We try hard at both. Family-run, second-generation if you count my dad. We've watched fifteen national "plumbing chains" come and go in Boston and we're still here.
The actual work
Sewage cleanup is regulated as Category 3 (black water) work under IICRC S500. That means biohazard PPE — Tyvek suits, respirators, full eye protection — for the crew, plus containment-zone protocol around the affected area.
Porous materials in direct contact with sewage cannot be effectively decontaminated. Carpet, padding, drywall to 12 inches above the line, baseboards, and unfinished wood typically require removal and disposal as biohazard waste.
Hard surfaces are sanitized with EPA-registered antimicrobials. Air scrubbers with HEPA and activated-carbon filters run during the work to control airborne pathogens and odor.
Documentation is critical. Insurance adjusters reject sewage claims that don't show category determination, S500 protocol followed, and EPA-product use logs.
Cost range
Sewage cleanup small area (under 200 sqft) runs $4,375 – $9,750. Sewage cleanup mid-size (200-600 sqft) runs $9,750 – $22,500. Sewage cleanup large (whole basement) runs $22,500 – $62,500.
Local context for Boston
We work across Boston proper plus the surrounding suburbs, with average drive time of 30–60 minutes from dispatch to driveway.
Adjacent services
- Mold Remediation in Boston
- Burst Pipe Cleanup & Restoration in Boston
- Structural Drying in Boston
- Emergency Water Extraction in Boston