Claremont Flood Damage Restoration

When it comes to flooding, understand the dangers!

Sorry to say flooding produced more deaths every year than every other natural disaster. And although the danger is greatest during the flooding, there are also very real threats that continue well after the flooding has died down. Even inland flooding from hurricanes can be tremendously hazardous. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has a great circular clarifying the various types of flooding that happen that details 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 carry disease causing microorganisms. It’s why these kinds of floods are deemed a category 3 (black water) water damage loss, signifying it has the greatest likelihood of passing an infectious disease to individuals who come into contact with it. And while some people presume that as long as they don’t have an open wound that the water comes into contact they’ll be okay, the fact is some flood water can make you ill simple by inhaling the fumes that are transmitted from it.

Electric shock is a huge danger!

While many times a major storm will knock out electrical power to a property, occasionally that isn’t the case. Should the water find its way into your electrical system and your breaker not trip, you’re facing a very dangerous threat in the form of electrocution. That is why we always encourage homeowners facing a flooded home to not step into the flooded spots! Call immediately for qualified 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 Claremont 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 lots of property owners make without comprehending their alternatives and the risks associated with those options. Particularly, which flood damage repair contractor to hire. A lot of individuals, whether it’s due to their shock about what has taken place or just because the situation is so critical, will hire anyone. But is that a practical 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 make certain the contractor you select hires professionals that know what they are doing when they get into your residence.

So how can you be certain that is the case? Sorry to say, there is no sort of certifying or licensing organization within our profession at the governmental level, like you ‘d find for other fields. What that means for you is that practically anybody can start up a flood damage company and service your home. With utterly no education or requirements, they can offer a very important 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 hold certifications from the IICRC.

Claremont, CA flood damage repair is our specialty! Whether your property was damaged as a result of a recent storm or from a damaged pipe, if you have standing water, you have an emergency on your hands that we can repair. Our Claremont 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 Claremont sewage removal, or any other flood event producing standing water, moving fast is essential. Acting now will save you cash and will help reduce the restoration time. Our Claremont flood cleanup teams are at your service 24/7. You will always speak with a live rep who can send off a Claremont water damage restoration crew instantly that can usually be there within 30 minutes if not sooner! Our flooding damage repair expert can go through your house, assess any damages, and provide a comprehensive price quote for the cost to dry out and restore your property and household items.