Biohazard and Sewage Emergency Tips

What you can do until help arrives

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When dealing with biohazard situations such as blood spills, bodily fluids, or other dangerous contaminants, professional cleaning is essential. SERVPRO of Fair Oaks/Folsom offers expert biohazard cleaning services to handle these hazardous materials safely.

  • Safety First: Always wear protective gear like gloves, masks, and eye protection to minimize the risk of exposure.
  • Use EPA-Approved Disinfectants: Cleaning with approved disinfectants ensures proper sanitization and prevents contamination spread.
  • Contain the Area: Isolate the affected area to prevent biohazardous materials from spreading to other parts of your property.
  • Proper Disposal: Ensure that contaminated materials are disposed of following local, state, and federal regulations to avoid further health risks.
  • Professional Help: Always call professionals to manage the situation. At SERVPRO, we have the expertise and equipment to handle these difficult tasks.

For thorough and safe biohazard cleanup in Fair Oaks/Folsom, call SERVPRO today.

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After any biohazard or sewage contamination in your home or business, your primary focus should be safety:

  • Is it safe to stay in the house?
  • Exposure to biological and chemical contaminants can pose serious health consequences.
  • Flood water can contain sewage, pesticides, and other contaminants.
  • Only do activities that are safe for you to perform.

What to Do After a Contamination

  • Stay out of affected areas.
  • Call emergency service personnel if the situation is life-threatening.
  • Treat all bodily fluids as if they are contaminated.
  • Turn off the HVAC system if there is sewage damage.

What Not to Do After a Contamination

  • Don’t leave wet fabrics in place. Hang furs and leather goods.
  • Don’t leave books, magazines, or other colored items on wet carpet or floors.
  • Don’t use your household vacuum to remove water.
  • Don’t use television or other household appliances.
  • Don’t turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet, and keep out of rooms where ceilings are sagging.

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Biohazards like flood water or sewer backups should be considered an emergency and dealt with as quickly as possible. SERVPRO of Fair Oaks / Folsom has water damage restoration specialists and has specific training and expertise to safely remediate biohazard contaminants.

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  • Folsom
  • Fair Oaks
  • Orangevale
  • American River Canyon
  • Blue Ravine Oaks
  • Briggs Ranch
  • Iron Point
  • Empire Ranch
  • Willow Creek Estates

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