Lancaster Flood Damage Restoration

When it comes to flooding, understand the dangers!

Sadly flooding led to more deaths per year than any other natural disaster. And although the danger is greatest in the middle of the flooding, there are also very real hazards that continue well after the flooding has died down. Even inland flooding from hurricanes can be tremendously unsafe. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has a great pamphlet detailing the various forms of flooding that occur 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 home has the power to bring disease causing pathogens. It’s why these types of floods are considered a category 3 (black water) water damage loss, signifying it has the most significant likelihood of passing an infectious illness to people who come into proximity with it. And while some people presume that because 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 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 electrical power to a house, 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 warn homeowners facing a flooded home to not wander into the flooded areas! Call right away for expert assistance so that an expert can evaluate 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 Lancaster 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 lots of people make without comprehending their alternatives and the risks related with those options. Particularly, 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 problem 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 ensure the contractor you select employs professionals that know what they are doing when they get into your property.

So how can you be positive that is the case? Sorry to say, there is no sort of endorsing or licensing organization within our profession at the governmental level, like you ‘d find for other vocations. What that means for you is that literally anybody can establish a flood damage company and service your home. With absolutely no education or qualifications, 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.

Lancaster, CA flood damage repair is our area of expertise! Whether your property was damaged thanks 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 Lancaster flood cleanup company has seen it all, and if you think it’s bad now, hesitating 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 Lancaster sewage removal, or some other flood event resulting in standing water, moving fast is essential. Acting now will save you money and will help in reducing the restoration time. Our Lancaster flood cleanup teams are at your service 24/7. You will always talk to a live customer service rep who can dispatch a Lancaster water damage restoration crew immediately that can usually arrive within 30 minutes if not sooner! Our flooding damage repair specialist can walk through your home, assess any damages, and present a complete estimate for the cost to dry out and restore your property and household items.