Palmdale Flood Damage Restoration

When it comes to flooding, find out the dangers!

Unfortunately flooding led to more deaths annually than any other natural disaster. And while the danger is most significant in the middle of the flooding, there are also very real dangers that continue well after the flooding has let up. Even inland flooding from hurricanes can be extremely hazardous. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has a great circular explaining the different kinds 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 ground and ended up in your residence has the potential to carry disease causing pathogens. It’s why these kinds of floods are considered a category 3 (black water) water damage loss, implying it has the greatest possibility of passing an infectious disease to people who come into proximity with it. And while some folks believe that as long as they don’t have an open wound that the water comes into contact they’ll be fine, the truth is some flood water can make you sick simple by inhaling the fumes that are transmitted from it.

Electric shock is a huge danger!

While many times a big storm will knock out power to a property, occasionally 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 unsafe threat in the form of electrocution. That is why we always caution homeowners confronting a flooded home to not walk into the flooded spots! Call as soon as possible for professional 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 Palmdale 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 related with those options. Specifically, which flood damage repair contractor to hire. A lot of individuals, whether it’s due to their shock about what has taken place or just because the situation 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 permanent impacts that service can have? Of course not! You have to make sure the contractor you decide on employs experts that know what they are doing when they get into your house.

So how can you be sure that is the case? Sorry to say, there is no sort of accrediting or licensing system within our industry at the governmental level, like you ‘d see for other fields. What that means for you is that practically anybody can establish a flood damage company and service your home. With absolutely no training or qualifications, 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 have certifications from the IICRC.

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

If it’s a basement flood or Palmdale sewage removal, or some other flood event triggering standing water, moving fast is critical. Acting now will save you cash and will help in reducing the restoration time. Our Palmdale flood cleanup crews are at your service 24/7. You will always talk to a live customer service rep who can send off a Palmdale water damage restoration crew right away that can usually arrive within 30 minutes if not sooner! Our flooding damage repair technician can go through your property, evaluate any damages, and present a comprehensive estimate for the cost to dry out and restore your property and household items.