El Segundo Flood Damage Restoration

When it comes to flooding, understand the dangers!

Sadly flooding caused more deaths per year than every other natural disaster. And even though the danger is most significant in the middle of the flooding, there are also very real dangers that persist well after the flooding has let up. Even inland flooding from hurricanes can be very dangerous. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has a great pamphlet clarifying the different forms of flooding that occur that details 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 ability to bring disease causing pathogens. It’s why these kinds of floods are deemed a category 3 (black water) water damage loss, meaning it has the most significant chance of passing an infectious disease to individuals who come into contact with it. And while some folks assume that as long as they don’t have an open laceration that the water comes into contact they’ll be okay, the reality is some flood water can make you ill simple by inhaling the fumes that are released from it.

Electric shock is a huge danger!

While many times a big storm will knock out power to a home, at times that isn’t the case. Should the water find its way into your electrical system and your fuse not trip, you’re facing a very hazardous threat in the form of electrocution. That is why we always advise homeowners facing a flooded home to not step into the flooded areas! Call immediately for professional assistance so that an expert can analyze 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 El Segundo 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 a lot of homeowners make without comprehending their alternatives and the risks related with those options. Mainly, which flood damage repair contractor to work with. A lot of individuals, whether it’s due to their shock about what has taken place or simply because the problem is so critical, will hire anyone. But is that a wise move 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 select employs service technicians that know what they are doing when they get into your residence.

So how can you be sure that is the case? Sorry to say, there is no kind 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 virtually anyone can start up a flood damage company and service your home. With utterly no education or credentials, they can provide a critical service to your home. Yikes! Thankfully, one way to know if they know what they are doing is to make sure they possess certifications from the IICRC.

El Segundo, CA flood damage repair is our specialty! Whether your property was harmed as a result 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 El Segundo flood cleanup company has seen it all, and if you think it’s bad now, waiting to take action only makes things worse! So don’t wait around until things become worse, make sure you call now so that we can get things corrected fast! 

If it’s a basement flood or El Segundo sewage removal, or some other flood event producing standing water, moving fast is critical. Acting now will save you money and will help in reducing the restoration time. Our El Segundo flood cleanup crews are at your service 24/7. You will always speak to a live customer service rep who can send off a El Segundo water damage restoration crew right away that can usually be there within 30 minutes if not sooner! Our flooding damage repair contractor can go through your house, assess any damages, and give a full price quote for the cost to dry out and restore your property and household items.