Lynwood Flood Damage Restoration

When it comes to flooding, find out the dangers!

Unfortunately flooding led to more deaths yearly than any 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 subsided. Even inland flooding from hurricanes can be extremely hazardous. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has a great flyer discussing the various forms of flooding that happen that describes 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 ability to carry disease causing pathogens. It’s why these types of floods are deemed a category 3 (black water) water damage loss, implying it has the greatest possibility of passing an infectious disease to people who come into contact with it. And while some individuals presume that because they don’t have an open injury 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 significant storm will take out power to a house, at times 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 warn homeowners facing a flooded home to not step into the flooded spots! Call immediately for expert 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 Lynwood 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 homeowners make without realizing their options and the risks associated with those options. Specifically, which flood damage repair contractor to choose. 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 smart decision 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 certain the contractor you decide on hires experts that know what they are doing when they get into your property.

So how can you be sure that is the case? Unfortunately, there is no form of certifying or licensing organization within our profession at the governmental level, like you ‘d see for other fields. What that means for you is that virtually anyone can start up a flood damage company and service your home. With utterly no training or qualifications, 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.

Lynwood, CA flood damage repair is our specialty! Whether your property was damaged 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 resolve. Our Lynwood flood cleanup company has seen it all, and if you think it’s bad now, waiting to act only makes things worse! So don’t wait around until things get worse, make sure you contact us now so that we can get things taken care of fast! 

If it’s a basement flood or Lynwood sewage removal, or some other flood event triggering standing water, moving fast is critical. Acting now will save you money and will help in reducing the restoration time. Our Lynwood flood cleanup teams are at your service 24/7. You will always talk with a live rep who can send off a Lynwood water damage restoration crew right away that can usually be there within 30 minutes if not sooner! Our flooding damage repair specialist can walk through your building, analyze any damages, and offer a complete quote for the cost to dry out and restore your property and household items.