La Habra Heights Flood Damage Restoration

When it comes to flooding, realize the dangers!

Sadly flooding led to more deaths annually than every other natural disaster. And even though the danger is greatest during the flooding, there are also very real risks that continue well after the flooding has let up. Even inland flooding from hurricanes can be incredibly hazardous. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has a great circular detailing the various kinds 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 property has the power to bring disease causing microorganisms. It’s why these types of floods are deemed a category 3 (black water) water damage loss, signifying it has the greatest chance of passing an infectious disease to individuals who come into proximity with it. And while some folks presume that as long as they don’t have an open injury that the water comes into contact they’ll be okay, 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 big storm will knock out electricity to a property, sometimes 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 wander into the flooded areas! Call immediately for professional assistance so that an expert can evaluate 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 La Habra Heights 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 knowing their options and the risks related with those alternatives. Particularly, which flood damage repair contractor to choose. A lot of folks, whether it’s due to their shock about what has happened or simply because the problem is so urgent, 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 company you choose hires professionals 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 endorsing or licensing organization within our profession at the governmental level, like you ‘d find for other trades. What that means for you is that practically any person can establish a flood damage company and service your home. With utterly no certification or credentials, they can provide a critical service to your home. Yikes! Fortunately, one way to know if they know what they are doing is to make sure they possess certifications from the IICRC.

La Habra Heights, CA flood damage repair is our area of expertise! Whether your property was harmed due to a recent storm or from a damaged pipe, if you have standing water, you have an emergency on your hands that we can fix. Our La Habra Heights 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 become worse, make sure you contact us now so that we can get things taken care of fast! 

If it’s a basement flood or La Habra Heights sewage removal, or some other flood event triggering standing water, moving fast is important. Acting now will save you cash and will help in reducing the restoration time. Our La Habra Heights flood cleanup crews are at your service 24/7. You will always speak to a live agent who can dispatch a La Habra Heights water damage restoration crew instantly that can usually arrive within 30 minutes if not sooner! Our flooding damage repair specialist can go through your property, inspect any damages, and give a full price quote for the cost to dry out and restore your property and household items.