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Fire & Water - Cleanup & Restoration

Sewer Backup in Lake Villa?

9/6/2021 (Permalink)

A toilet is shown in a modern bathroom. We respond to sewer emergencies 24-hours a day in Lake County.

Do you know that there are three categories for contaminated water? Sewer water is listed as category 3 “black water,” and is grossly unsanitary. When your sewer system backs up in Lake Villa, SERVPRO® of Northwest Lake County is Here to Help. ® Our technicians have the advanced training and equipment to safely clean and restore your home or business.

Category 1: "Clean Water"

This is water from a clean source, such as a broken clean water supply line or faucet.

  • If left untreated can degrade into category 2 or 3

Category 2: "Gray Water"

This water has a significant level of contamination that could cause discomfort or illness if ingested. Sources for category 2 water may include washing machine overflow, toilet overflow with some urine but no feces, or dishwasher overflow.

  • It May contain bacteria and viruses
  • Can quickly degrade into category 3 if left untreated

Category 3: "Black Water"

This water is grossly unsanitary and could cause severe illness or death if ingested. Any contact should be avoided.

  • May contain untreated sewage, harsh chemicals, and microbes
  • Water from flooding rivers or sewer backup

Call Us!

When you need sewage cleanup and restoration services for your Lake Villa home or business, SERVPRO® of Northwest Lake County is Here to Help. ® Our technicians are on-call 24-hours a day to respond to water damage emergencies. Call us today at 224-372-7772.

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