Beverly Hills Flood Damage Restoration

When it comes to flooding, recognize the dangers!

Unfortunately flooding produced more deaths every year than any other natural disaster. And although 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 incredibly unsafe. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has a great brochure explaining the various forms of flooding that happen that explains 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 home has the power to carry disease causing microorganisms. It’s why these types of floods are deemed a category 3 (black water) water damage loss, meaning it has the greatest possibility of passing an infectious illness to individuals who come into proximity with it. And while some folks assume that as long as they don’t have an open injury that the water comes into contact they’ll be okay, the truth is some flood water can make you sick simple by inhaling the fumes that are released from it.

Electric shock is a huge danger!

While many times a significant storm will knock out power to a house, sometimes that isn’t the case. Should the water find its way into your electrical system and your circuit breaker not trip, you’re facing a very risky threat in the form of electrocution. That is why we always urge homeowners facing a flooded home to not walk into the flooded spots! Call right away for specialist assistance so that an expert can assess 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 Beverly 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 understanding 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 simply because the problem is so serious, will hire anyone. But is that a smart choice when it comes to cleaning up flooding damage in your home and the lasting impacts that service can have? Of course not! You have to ensure the company you decide on employs service technicians that know what they are doing when they get into your house.

So how can you be certain that is the case? Sorry to say, there is no form of accrediting or licensing organization within our industry at the governmental level, like you ‘d see for other vocations. What that means for you is that pretty much any person can start up a flood damage company and service your home. With utterly no certification or qualifications, they can offer a vital service to your home. Yikes! The good news is, one way to know if they know what they are doing is to make sure they possess certifications from the IICRC.

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

If it’s a basement flood or Beverly Hills sewage removal, or any other flood event producing standing water, moving fast is essential. Acting now will save you cash and will help in reducing the restoration time. Our Beverly Hills flood cleanup crews are at your service 24/7. You will always talk with a live representative who can send off a Beverly Hills water damage restoration crew immediately that can usually arrive within 30 minutes if not sooner! Our flooding damage repair contractor can walk through your house, evaluate any damages, and offer a full estimate for the cost to dry out and restore your property and household items.