Sewage and biohazard cleanup in Santa Monica, with testing before cutting
We serve Santa Monica and the rest of the Westside and Malibu area from Reseda and West Hills. For Santa Monica homes and rentals we handle contained sewage removal, disinfection and drying, done in protective gear.
If the house is older, the plaster, joint compound or flooring touched by the sewage may hold materials that should be tested first. On a Santa Monica sewage job, we raise that question at the start, so the removal waits for results whenever it needs to and nothing is disturbed too early.
When removal has to wait for a test
Sewage cleanup normally means cutting out soaked drywall and pulling up flooring. In an older house, that cutting can disturb what is inside the material. Where it applies, testing is coordinated with an independent lab before demolition. While the results are pending, the area stays contained and exposed surfaces are disinfected. If a test comes back positive, removal goes through the proper process before restoration continues. After that, the work goes on as usual: removal in protective gear, disinfection and drying.
What sewage and biohazard cleanup covers
Call us when
- A toilet, drain or sewer line has backed up into the house
- Water from outside has carried mud and debris inside
- A crawlspace or basement area has standing sewage
- A space needs biohazard cleaning before anyone can use it
What we do
- Protective suits, respirators and containment from the start
- Removal of contaminated carpet, pad, drywall and insulation
- Cleaning and disinfection of the surfaces that stay
- Structural drying once the area is clean
- Documentation of the loss for your insurer
Reviews
What customers say
Omri was wonderful to work with! After receiving numerous quotes and assessments for a mold situation we discovered in our home, we found Yostin Water Damage & Restoration and decided to get one final assessment. We're so glad we did. From the beginning, Omri was incredibly genuine, honest, knowledgeable, and reasonably priced compared with the other companies we had spoken to. You can tell he truly cares about helping his customers and doing what is actually necessary, rather than taking advantage of a stressful situation. As new parents, our baby's health and safety are our number one priority, and we felt that some of the other companies we met with were preying on that fear and sense of urgency. Omri was the complete opposite. He made us feel informed, comfortable, and confident throughout the entire process. Thank you so much, Omri, for all of your help and for taking care of our mold issue with such care, honesty, and efficiency. We're so grateful and would absolutely recommend him and his company!
Jessica M. · Aug 2026 View on YelpSo we had water coming into our house and we had no clue where it was coming from. Turns out this had actually been an issue before -- we'd hired another company to deal with it and they clearly never fixed the actual problem. Just collected their check and moved on. Omri came in, actually took the time to figure out what was going on, and found that the ground on the outside of the house was too high, basically pushing water in. This had probably been happening for years. He lowered the ground, fixed the drain pipes, and addressed a whole chain of things connected to it. And now -- no more water. Actually fixed. What I didn't expect was how big this project would become. There was a lot of demolition, renovation, coordinating different people -- the whole thing. But here's what made it manageable: Omri handled everything. Like, everything. I didn't have to chase down subcontractors or manage timelines. He was here constantly, checking on things, making sure it was all done right. It honestly felt like we were his only client. He saved us real money too. We were able to keep our exterior fireplace instead of ripping the whole thing out, which I guarantee another company would've pushed us to replace. And throughout the project, stuff kept getting discovered -- little things here and there that needed fixing or removing -- and Omri just took care of it. Didn't nickel and dime us. Just "don't worry about it, I'll take care of it." You don't see that. Look, I know restoration is one of those industries where it's easy to get taken advantage of. You sign a contract, you're kind of locked in, and some companies do the bare minimum because they know you're stuck. Omri is the opposite of that. Super organized, super professional, genuinely cares that you're happy with the result. Not in a salesy way -- in a "this is how I do things" way. Best contractor we've ever worked with. Not even close. Cannot recommend him enough.
D K. · Mar 2026 View on YelpI had water damage with no clear source, and it was causing mold behind the fireplace. I was getting nowhere. Omri came in, took the time to investigate thoroughly, and found the exact cause. His expertise showed throughout, and he stayed on it until everything was resolved. Omri and his team did a fantastic job, and I'd absolutely recommend them to anyone needing help with water damage.
Or R. · Feb 2026 View on YelpOur patio had been leaking into our living room for quite some time, and we were honestly afraid to deal with it. We had four different companies come out and give us estimates, but none of them made us feel comfortable or confident enough to move forward. Then Omri from Yostin Water Damage & Restoration came by, and everything changed. He took the time to explain the entire remediation process in detail, answered all of our questions, and made us feel confident that our home was in good hands. He was professional, respectful of our home, and understanding of our situation from start to finish. His crew was excellent. They carefully covered and contained the work area, kept everything clean, and explained how the containment prevented any cross-contamination to the unaffected parts of our home. The entire project went smoothly, and we always felt informed throughout the process. We highly recommend giving Yostin Water Damage & Restoration a call and asking for Omri. If you're looking for an honest, knowledgeable, and professional restoration company, you won't be disappointed.
Gal G. · Jun 2026 View on YelpWe had a major interior flood from a broken bathroom pipe and called for water mitigation help. Yostin's company was the only one that responded and came that morning. Owner, Omri Yostin was there with his team and tested for what areas showed wetness, had his team pull up the Pergo floor boards, and set up drying fans throughout. He was very reassuring and helpful - explaining his services and how my insurance could cover repairs. He arranged for a moving company when we had to move out for extensive repair work as well as testing for mold and asbestos issues. Throughout this process, Omri coordinated with my insurance company's representative and advocated for full recovery so that we ended up with new flooring throughout the home as well as new interior painting, so that it now looks like a new home. We were able to install vinyl flooring that will be more durable with our dogs (and looks even better that the old Pergo). The month long restoration was completed staying within my insurance coverage budget. I highly recommend Yostin water Damage & Restoration for quality work and support during a stressful flooding experience!
Linda N. · Jul 2025 View on YelpField rep came at my house, on time, very professional, reviewed all conditions for the smell that we suspected water damage and potential mold. Need to highlight he didn't try to sell, sell, sell, but he was 100% honest and straight forward telling us what we should do and if we should do. Anyone else would have probably exaggerated in order to gain more business. Highly recommended
Jay T. · Sep 2026 View on Yelp
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
We contain the area and disinfect exposed surfaces first. If the materials may need testing, samples go to an independent lab before any cutting. After that, the soaked porous material comes out, with the work done in suits and respirators, and the rooms are disinfected again and dried.
Porous material the sewage soaked, such as carpet, pad and lower wall finishes, still has to come out. In an older home, the difference is timing: removal waits until test results confirm how the material can be handled.
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