Manhattan Beach Flood Damage Restoration

When it comes to flooding, understand the dangers!

Sadly flooding resulted in more deaths per year than any other natural disaster. And although the danger is most significant in the middle of the flooding, there are also very real dangers that remain well after the flooding has died down. Even inland flooding from hurricanes can be extremely unsafe. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has a great pamphlet explaining the various kinds of flooding that happen that discusses 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 home has the power to transport disease causing microorganisms. It’s why these types of floods are deemed a category 3 (black water) water damage loss, signifying it has the most significant chance of passing an infectious disease to individuals who come into contact with it. And while some folks think that as long as they don’t have an open wound that the water comes into contact they’ll be alright, the fact is some flood water can make you sick simple by breathing the fumes that are transmitted from it.

Electric shock is a huge danger!

While many times a major 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 looking at a very risky threat in the form of electrocution. That is why we always caution homeowners dealing with a flooded home to not step into the flooded spots! Call immediately for qualified assistance so that an expert can assess 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 Manhattan Beach 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 way too many people make without understanding their options and the risks associated with those alternatives. Mainly, which flood damage repair contractor to work with. A lot of folks, whether it’s due to their shock about what has taken place 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 permanent impacts that service can have? Of course not! You have to make sure the company you select hires experts that know what they are doing when they get into your home.

So how can you be certain that is the case? Sadly, there is no type of accrediting or licensing system within our profession at the governmental level, like you ‘d find for other vocations. What that means for you is that pretty much anyone can start up a flood damage company and service your home. With utterly no education or requirements, they can provide a very important 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.

Manhattan Beach, CA flood damage repair is our area of expertise! 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 fix. Our Manhattan Beach flood cleanup company has seen it all, and if you think it’s bad now, hesitating to act only makes things 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 Manhattan Beach sewage removal, or any other flood event leading to standing water, moving fast is important. Acting now will save you money and will help reduce the restoration time. Our Manhattan Beach flood cleanup teams are at your service 24/7. You will always talk with a live staff member who can dispatch a Manhattan Beach water damage restoration crew right away that can usually be there within 30 minutes if not sooner! Our flooding damage repair expert can walk through your home, evaluate any damages, and present a complete quote for the cost to dry out and restore your property and household items.