Brea Flood Damage Restoration

When it comes to flooding, recognize the dangers!

Unfortunately flooding led to more deaths per year than any other natural disaster. And even though the danger is most significant in the middle of the flooding, there are also very real dangers that continue well after the flooding has subsided. Even inland flooding from hurricanes can be very dangerous. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has a great circular describing the different forms of flooding that happen that clarifies the dangers of each.

Be aware of toxic pathogens in flood water!

Any water that has passed over or through the ground and ended up in your residence has the potential to bring disease causing pathogens. It’s why these kinds of floods are considered a category 3 (black water) water damage loss, indicating it has the greatest likelihood of passing an infectious disease to individuals who come into contact with it. And while some individuals assume that because they don’t have an open laceration that the water comes into contact they’ll be fine, the fact is some flood water can make you sick simple by breathing 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 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 facing a very hazardous threat in the form of electrocution. That is why we always urge homeowners facing a flooded home to not wander into the flooded areas! Call as soon as possible for expert 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 Brea 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 major decision, and it’s one lots of property owners make without understanding their options and the risks associated with those options. Mainly, which flood damage repair contractor to work with. 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 practical move when it comes to cleaning up flooding damage in your home and the long-term impacts that service can have? Of course not! You have to make certain the company you decide on hires service technicians that know what they are doing when they get into your residence.

So how can you be certain that is the case? Sadly, there is no type of accrediting or licensing system within our profession at the governmental level, like you ‘d find for other vocations. What that means for you is that virtually anybody can establish a flood damage company and service your home. With utterly no certification or requirements, they can provide a very important service to your home. Yikes! Fortunately, one way to know if they know what they are doing is to make sure they hold certifications from the IICRC.

Brea, CA flood damage repair is our specialty! Whether your property was harmed due to a recent storm or from a busted pipe, if you have standing water, you have an emergency on your hands that we can resolve. Our Brea 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 taken care of fast! 

If it’s a basement flood or Brea sewage cleanup, or any other flood event leading to standing water, moving fast is essential. Acting now will save you money and will help reduce the restoration time. Our Brea flood cleanup crews are at your service 24/7. You will always talk with a live agent who can dispatch a Brea water damage restoration crew instantly that can usually be there within 30 minutes if not sooner! Our flooding damage repair technician can walk through your property, assess any damages, and provide a comprehensive estimate for the cost to dry out and restore your property and household items.