Sewer cleanup in Nashville, TN

Fast cleanup for sewage backups and contaminated water.

A sewage backup is not just messy. It can be unsafe, damaging, and difficult to clean properly without the right equipment. ERT responds quickly to remove contaminated water, clean affected areas, dry the property, and help protect your home or business from further damage.

Available 24/7 across Nashville and surrounding areas.

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Act quickly

Sewage damage should not be handled like normal water damage.

Sewage can contain bacteria, waste, contaminants, and moisture that can spread into floors, walls, baseboards, cabinets, and nearby rooms. The sooner it is removed, cleaned, and dried, the better chance you have of limiting damage and reducing health risks.

Avoid contact

Keep people and pets away from affected areas until they have been assessed.

Remove contamination

We remove sewage, affected water, and damaged materials where needed.

Clean and dry properly

We sanitise, dry, and help restore the space safely.

Common sewage cleanup problems

When sewage enters your property, the cleanup needs to be handled carefully.

Sewer backups can happen suddenly after plumbing issues, heavy rain, drain failures, or system overloads. Whether it affects a bathroom, basement, crawlspace, commercial unit, or multiple rooms, the priority is to remove the contamination, reduce further spread, and restore the affected area properly.

Sewage backup : Cleanup after sewage comes up through toilets, tubs, showers, drains, or floor drains.

Toilet overflow : Help after contaminated water overflows into bathrooms, hallways, or surrounding rooms.

Basement sewer flooding : Removal, cleanup, drying, and sanitising after sewage or dirty water affects a basement.

Drain or pipe failure : Support after plumbing issues release contaminated water into the property.

Commercial sewage cleanup : Emergency cleanup for offices, schools, hotels, apartments, retail spaces, and managed properties.

Odor and contamination : Cleaning support for affected areas where odor, waste, or bacteria may remain.

How ERT helps

We remove, clean, sanitise, dry and restore affected areas.

ERT provides emergency sewage cleanup for homes, businesses, landlords, schools, hotels, and property managers across the Nashville area. Our team handles the contamination, moisture, odor, damaged materials, documentation, and restoration support needed after a sewage backup.

Sewage and water removal

We remove contaminated water, sewage, and standing water from affected areas.

Contaminated material removal

Where materials cannot be safely cleaned, we help remove affected flooring, drywall, trim, insulation, or other damaged items.

Cleaning and sanitising

We clean and sanitise affected surfaces to help make the area safer.

Odor control

We address lingering sewage odors caused by contamination and moisture.

Structural drying

We use drying equipment to help reduce moisture in floors, walls, and other affected materials.

Repairs and restoration

When cleanup is complete, ERT can help with repairs and reconstruction where needed.

Need help faster?

Send photos only if it is safe.

If you can take photos or videos from a safe distance, upload them here so our team can better understand the affected area before we arrive. Do not enter contaminated areas or move through sewage to take photos.

For urgent sewage cleanup, call first. Photos are helpful, but safety comes first.

Or call 615-866-9808 for immediate help

Keep children, pets, and vulnerable adults away from affected areas. Avoid contact with sewage, contaminated water, and anything it has touched.

Our process

A safer, clearer cleanup process from the first call.

Call the emergency line

Tell us what happened, where the sewage entered, and whether the affected area is still wet or spreading.

We assess the affected areas

Our team checks the source, contamination, moisture, affected materials, and safety concerns.

We remove sewage and contaminated water

We extract standing water and remove affected materials where needed.

We clean, sanitise and dry

We clean affected areas, address odor, and place drying equipment to help reduce moisture.

We help restore the property

Once the area is clean and dry, ERT can help with repairs and reconstruction if materials were damaged.

Health and safety

Do not try to clean sewage damage like a normal spill.

Sewage cleanup can expose you to bacteria, waste, contaminated water, and affected materials. Household cleaning products and towels are usually not enough to properly deal with the mess, moisture, odor, and damage left behind.

Stay out of affected areas : Avoid walking through sewage or tracking contamination into clean parts of the property.

Do not use household fans : Fans can spread contaminated particles and odor if the area has not been properly cleaned first.

Avoid touching damaged materials : Carpet, drywall, trim, belongings, and porous materials may need professional assessment.

Watch for electrical hazards : Do not enter standing water near outlets, appliances, or electrical panels.

Call a professional cleanup team : Sewage backup should be handled with the right protective equipment, cleaning process, and drying equipment.

After the sewage is removed

The cleanup is not finished until the property is dry.

Sewage backups usually bring both contamination and moisture. If the affected areas are not dried properly, moisture can remain under flooring, behind walls, around baseboards, inside cabinets, or in other hidden areas. ERT helps clean and dry the property to reduce the risk of further damage.

Moisture checks : We check affected areas to understand where water may have spread.

Structural drying : We use drying equipment to help reduce moisture in floors, walls, and other materials.

Mold prevention support : Proper cleanup and drying can help reduce the risk of mold growth after a sewage event.

Repair planning : If materials were removed or damaged, we help plan the next stage of restoration.

Homes, businesses and managed properties

Sewer cleanup for Nashville homes and commercial properties.

Sewage damage can disrupt families, tenants, employees, customers, guests, and daily operations. ERT works quickly to contain the problem, clean affected areas, dry the property, and communicate the next steps clearly.

For homeowners

We help clean and restore bathrooms, basements, crawlspaces, laundry rooms, floors, walls, and living spaces affected by sewage backups or contaminated water.

For businesses and property managers

We support apartments, hotels, schools, offices, retail spaces, restaurants, and managed buildings with emergency sewage cleanup, documentation, drying, and repair planning.

Insurance claim support

Clear documentation for sewage and water damage claims.

Sewage backups can involve contamination, water damage, material removal, drying, odor control, and repairs. ERT helps document affected areas clearly so you have useful information for your insurance process.

Damage inspection

We assess visible sewage damage, water spread, affected materials, and restoration needs.

Photo documentation

We document the condition of the property before and during cleanup where appropriate.

Clear restoration scope

We explain what needs to be cleaned, removed, dried, repaired, or restored.

We can help document restoration needs, but insurance coverage decisions are made by your insurance provider.

Why Nashville calls ERT

Sewage cleanup needs speed, care and proper equipment.

When sewage enters your property, you need more than a quick surface clean. You need a team that can deal with contamination, moisture, odor, documentation, repairs, and the stress of the situation.

24/7 emergency support

We respond when sewage damage needs urgent attention.

Contaminated water cleanup

We understand sewage backups, dirty water, odor, and affected materials.

Drying and mitigation

We help reduce moisture after the sewage and standing water are removed.

Cleanup to rebuild

ERT can support the process from cleanup through repairs and restoration.

Trusted locally

Homeowners, businesses, schools, hotels, landlords, and property managers call ERT when property damage needs proper handling.

Recent projects

Real cleanup and restoration work across Nashville.

From sewage backups to water mitigation and repair planning, ERT helps clean, dry, and restore properties across Nashville and surrounding communities.

Customer reviews

Trusted when cleanup feels overwhelming.

Sewage damage is stressful, unpleasant, and urgent. Our job is to respond quickly, handle the cleanup properly, and make the process feel manageable.

Sewer cleanup questions

Questions people ask after a sewage backup.

What should I do first after a sewage backup?

Keep people and pets away from the affected area. Avoid touching sewage, contaminated water, or anything it has touched. Then call a professional sewer cleanup team as soon as possible.

Is sewage backup dangerous?

Yes. Sewage can contain bacteria, waste, and contaminants that should not be handled like normal water damage.

Can I clean sewage myself?

It is not recommended. Sewage cleanup often requires proper protective equipment, removal of affected materials, cleaning, sanitising, drying, and odor control.

Do you remove standing water too?

Yes. ERT can remove contaminated standing water and help dry affected areas after sewage cleanup.

Will the smell go away?

Sewage odor can linger if affected areas are not cleaned and dried properly. ERT helps address both contamination and odor during the cleanup process.

Can sewage damage cause mold?

Yes. Moisture left behind after a sewage backup can contribute to mold growth. Proper drying helps reduce that risk.

Can you help with repairs after the cleanup?

Yes. If materials need to be removed or replaced, ERT can help with restoration and repair planning.

Can you help with insurance documentation?

We can help document affected areas, cleanup needs, water damage, and restoration scope. Your insurance provider decides what is covered under your policy.

Get help now

Need sewer cleanup in Nashville?

Call ERT for emergency sewage cleanup, contaminated water removal, sanitising, drying, odor control, documentation, repairs, and restoration support. We’re available to help protect your home or business after a sewage backup.

Serving Nashville, TN and surrounding areas.