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A sewer backup is what happens when water comes up or is pushed into your home through the pipes from sewer or drainage systems, usually because of a blockage that prevents it from flowing away from your property. The water from a sewer backup contains significant pathogens and is grossly unsanitary. It could cause severe illness or death if ingested. This water is also called "black water".
Hope this helps! :) Since sewer backups can be harmful to your health, you would need a professional's help. If you live in Cobb County, Georgia, call ServiceMaster of Cobb at 678-264-3310 or visit our website at www dot smrestoreus dot com.
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∙ 12y agoThink about it... What goes in a sewer??? Ya then all that gets jammed and then it backs up.
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Does homeowners insurance cover sewer backup?
Yes, if you bought that as a rider. No if you did not.
What happens if cardboard gets stuck in the sewer?
The cardboard could cause a backup of the sewer. Eventually the cardboard will break down and dissolve.
Foremost insurance cover inside the home damage caused by sewer backup?
No
Does homeowners insurance cover a sewer backup?
It should. You should request a policy review with your agent. It has to be stated in the policy what is and is not covered. <><><> DO review your policy with your agent. Sewer Backup is typically EXCLUDED from most homeowner's insurance. It CAN be added to a homeowner's policy. Have you read your policy?
Will renters insurance cover sewage pipe backup damage to personal property?
If your renters policy covers Sewer Backup then it will cover damage to personal property.
Is there anything TO STOP sewer backing up in a rainstorm?
Yes, there are things that you can do to stop the sewer from backing up in a rainstorm. For example, you can use a floor drain standpipe, a backup valve, a floor drain plug or an overhead sewer.
My basement sewer backup and now it's ok. Why would that have happened?
No it is not ok as there are toxins in sewerage and some are quite harmful.=Why it happens is usually poor sewer /drainage piping is unmaintained properly=
What is the cause of sewer backup when all vents and drains and sewer lines are clear?
You may not have a backflow preventer in the main line. This prevents anything coming back from the main line. It may be coming from your neighbors above you on the line.
What if you flush a pair of underwear down the toilet?
It will more than likely plug the toilet and/or drain line and cause a flood and backup of the sewer
Does commercial insurance with sewer backup insurance cover the business properties?
If your policy contains sewer back up coverage and business owned property coverage. The policy should according to its terms and coverages cover your claim. http://calcocommercialinsurance.com
What is a sewer system?
A sewer system is the sewer or the sysyem of the sewer.
What does a sewer contractor do?
"A sewer contractor works in the sewer system.
