Anaheim Hills Flood Damage Restoration

When it comes to flooding, understand the dangers!

Sadly flooding produced more deaths annually than every other natural disaster. And even though the danger is most significant during the flooding, there are also very real risks that continue well after the flooding has receded. Even inland flooding from hurricanes can be extremely dangerous. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has a great brochure discussing the different kinds of flooding that occur that discusses the dangers of each.

Be aware of toxic pathogens in flood water!

Any water that has passed over or through the street and ended up in your residence has the capacity to bring disease causing pathogens. It’s why these kinds of floods are deemed a category 3 (black water) water damage loss, indicating it has the most significant possibility of passing an infectious disease to people who come into contact with it. And while some individuals assume that as long as they don’t have an open laceration that the water comes into contact they’ll be alright, the reality is some flood water can make you ill simple by breathing the fumes that are emitted from it.

Electric shock is a huge danger!

While many times a big storm will knock out electricity to a property, sometimes that isn’t the case. Should the water find its way into your electrical system and your circuit breaker not trip, you’re looking at a very dangerous threat in the form of electrocution. That is why we always advise homeowners facing a flooded home to not walk into the flooded spots! Call as soon as possible for professional assistance so that an expert can determine the threat level and make the proper suggestions as to whether it’s safe to be in the home or not!

Will my flood restoration be covered by insurance?

In most instances, yes. Most Anaheim Hills homeowners are either covered for losses through their standard homeowners policy or through flood insurance. While the first covers losses that are due to water pouring out from inside the home, flood insurance covers losses from rain, hurricanes, and other water sources outside of the home. So chances are your loss will be covered by insurance but it’s always best to read your policy so that you know what’s covered! Here’s a brief explanation of sudden water damage and a list of water losses typically covered under homeowners insurance:

• dishwasher overflow or leak
• pipe burst
• toilet, sink or bathtub/shower overflow
• refrigerator’s water line leaks
• hot water tank
• clothes washing machine hose malfunctions

These are all consider sudden losses, but things like rain entering your home, or sewage water backing up into your property, don’t typically fall under a standard policy given the source of the loss is an issue outside of the home.

Not all flood restoration companies are the same!

It’s such a big decision, and it’s one way too many people make without comprehending their alternatives and the risks connected with those alternatives. Specifically, which flood damage repair contractor to hire. A lot of people, whether it’s due to their shock about what has happened or just because the situation is so serious, will hire anyone. But is that a wise decision when it comes to cleaning up flooding damage in your home and the permanent impacts that service can have? Of course not! You have to make certain the contractor you decide on hires professionals that know what they are doing when they get into your home.

So how can you be certain that is the case? Sadly, there is no form of endorsing or licensing organization within our industry at the governmental level, like you ‘d see for other fields. What that means for you is that literally any person can start up a flood damage company and service your home. With utterly no education or requirements, they can offer a critical service to your home. Yikes! Fortunately, one way to know if they know what they are doing is to make sure they have certifications from the IICRC.

Anaheim Hills, CA flood damage repair is our area of expertise! Whether your property was harmed due to a recent storm or from a broken pipe, if you have standing water, you have an emergency on your hands that we can resolve. Our Anaheim Hills flood cleanup company has seen it all, and if you think it’s bad now, hesitating to act only makes it worse! So don’t wait around until things get worse, make sure you call now so that we can get things corrected fast! 

If it’s a basement flood or Anaheim Hills sewage cleanup, or any other flood event triggering standing water, moving fast is critical. Acting now will save you money and will help reduce the restoration time. Our Anaheim Hills flood cleanup crews are at your service 24/7. You will always speak with a live customer service rep who can send off a Anaheim Hills water damage restoration crew instantly that can usually be there within 30 minutes if not sooner! Our flooding damage repair expert can walk through your building, assess any damages, and present a total price quote for the cost to dry out and restore your property and household items.