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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 Northbrook / Wheeling / Glencoe

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(847) 498-8889
5.0
(40 reviews)

Service Areas

Glenview, IL | Buffalo Grove, IL | Wheeling, IL | Northbrook, IL | Deerfield, IL | Glencoe, IL | Northfield, IL

Why Choose SERVPRO® for Sewage Cleanup?

When sewage damage strikes, there is a right way to do things, and a wrong way to do things.  Here at SERVPRO of Northbrook/Wheeling/Glencoe, we want to make sure that everyone in our community knows what to do when disaster strikes.  In this article, we give you some tips and tricks that could be crucial if you ever experience sewage damage.  Know that we are always here to help, and answer questions during a difficult, and stressful time.  Our trained professionals are standing by to help you in any capacity.  Sewage is considered "grossly" contaminated and should be cleaned and disposed by a trained professional!

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

Used them for mitigation work after a water loss. Appreciated their exceptional professionalism and kindness! Walden and Miguel finished their job with a smile. 

Seonwoong H.
Glencoe

We had a large water stain on our ceiling one evening. We called and talked to Walden, and he was able to get out to her house the following morning. He was extremely knowledgeable and able to help us figure out the next steps. The team could not have been nicer!! They were polite, clean, and tidy. Walden and his team did an amazing job taking care of our house...and even came in below estimate! Would definitely refer a friend! Thank you again. 

CRJ
Wilmette

SERVPRO did a heroic job cleaning up a flooded basement for me. Walden's team emptied the space quickly then sanitized and dried everything out to prevent mold. I hope that I never need them again but if I do, I will not hesitate to call. 

Jim F.
Glenview

Thank you to Walden, Miguel, and team for such great service in handling remediation of my water and mold damage. The team was super thorough, knowledgeable, and very responsive in handling the many questions I had. VERY highly recommended! 

Adam A.
Northbrook

About Us

Randy Miller started his first Michigan SERVPRO® location in 1996 in Genesee County and expanded into Saginaw in 1997. Since then, Randy has grown, acquired, and sold multiple territories. SERVPRO Team Miller is proud to hold service locations throughout the states of Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, and Florida.  

SERVPRO Team Miller has been ranked in the top 10 for the past 20+ years, including top producer twice. As one of SERVPRO’s prestigious Extreme Team franchises, Team Miller provides support to other franchises — primarily on commercial losses. The SERVPRO Team Miller Disaster Recovery Team has the resources to travel the country for catastrophic events such as floods, tornadoes, and hurricanes. 

SERVPRO Team Miller offers many services beyond the fire and water cleanup and restoration services such as abatement, commercial cleaning, disaster preparedness consulting and training, maintenance, relocation and reconstruction services, disinfection and sanitization, and much more. 

We continue to grow and improve due to our team consistently proving they are the best of the best. We are beyond grateful to our local communities who have played a large role in our accomplishments. Without their trust in our services and the SERVPRO brand, we would not have earned this recognition or have the opportunity to help those in need. 

Randy & Tina Miller
Randy & Tina Miller
Owners of SERVPRO of Northbrook / Wheeling / Glencoe

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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.