Even A Fire Station Needed SERVPRO to Cleanup After A Toilet Overflowed

2/23/2022 (Permalink)

Margate Fire Station called SERVPRO of East Davie/Cooper City to clean up after a toilet overflowed

911, What's your emergency? When a Margate Fire Station's toilet overflowed, they called SERVPRO of East Davie/Cooper City to remediate. Since the water came from the toilet, it's considered black water meaning you need to call in experienced remediation specialists who understand the best practices for restoration to handle the cleanup. This is because black water poses a serious threat.

What Is Black Water?

Water from an overflowed toilet is contaminated with feces and urine.  

Why Is It Dangerous?

Contaminated water carries dangerous bacteria that can cause humans and animals to become sick. This can occur from contact with small wounds or scratches. You should not attempt to clean up this water yourself. Our technicians are trained to do this safely. 

Diseases that can be caused by black water include the following:

• Hepatitis

• Gastroenteritis

• Giardia

• Campylobacteriosis

• Typhoid

• Cholera

What Should You Do About It?

DO contact SERVPRO of East Davie/Cooper City to have us professionally remediate and handle it for you. Our trained techs will begin the process of extracting the remaining water, disinfecting your home, and drying it out with industrial equipment. It’s critical this process happens quickly to avoid irreversible damage and mold growth.

What Should You Not Do About It? 

Do Not ever attempt to clean up yourself after an overflowed toilet.  Call the professionals at SERVPRO of East Davie/Cooper City at 954-725-6400 or 954-741-4321.