Touchet, WA's Sewage Cleanup Team, Full PPE Every Job

Blackwater contamination poses real health risk, unlike clean-water leaks, which is why it needs a different protocol.

Carpet, pad, and often drywall that touched sewage typically can't be saved due to contamination risk.

Compliant, registered products are standard on every sewage job.

Post-cleanup verification confirms the space is safe for reoccupation.

Often yes, especially for sudden sewer backups, though coverage varies by policy — we can help document the loss for your claim.

Immediately — the longer contaminated water sits, the further bacteria and odor can spread into surrounding materials.