Glendale 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 while 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 very dangerous. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has a great circular clarifying the different kinds 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 power to carry disease causing microorganisms. It’s why these types of floods are considered a category 3 (black water) water damage loss, indicating it has the greatest chance of passing an infectious disease to people who come into proximity with it. And while some folks presume that because they don’t have an open wound that the water comes into contact they’ll be okay, the reality is some flood water can make you sick simple by inhaling the fumes that are emitted from it.

Electric shock is a huge danger!

While many times a big storm will knock out electrical power to a home, sometimes 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 unsafe threat in the form of electrocution. That is why we always caution homeowners facing a flooded home to not step into the flooded spots! Call right away for expert assistance so that an expert can determine the threat level and make the proper recommendation 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 Glendale 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 huge decision, and it’s one way too many property owners make without understanding their alternatives and the risks associated with those options. Mainly, which flood damage repair contractor to hire. A lot of folks, 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 wise 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 sure the contractor you choose employs specialists that know what they are doing when they get into your home.

So how can you be certain that is the case? Sorry to say, there is no type of certifying or licensing organization within our profession at the governmental level, like you ‘d see for other trades. What that means for you is that virtually anybody can start up a flood damage company and service your home. With utterly no certification 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 possess certifications from the IICRC.

Glendale, CA flood damage repair is our area of expertise! Whether your property was harmed because of a recent storm or from a damaged pipe, if you have standing water, you have an emergency on your hands that we can resolve. Our Glendale flood cleanup company has seen it all, and if you think it’s bad now, waiting to take action only makes it worse! So don’t wait around until things become worse, make sure you call us now so that we can get things taken care of fast! 

If it’s a basement flood or Glendale sewage removal, or any other flood event resulting in standing water, moving fast is critical. Acting now will save you money and will help reduce the restoration time. Our Glendale flood cleanup teams are at your service 24/7. You will always speak to a live staff member who can dispatch a Glendale water damage restoration crew right away that can usually arrive within 30 minutes if not sooner! Our flooding damage repair technician can walk through your house, inspect any damages, and present a full price quote for the cost to dry out and restore your property and household items.