San Dimas Flood Damage Restoration

When it comes to flooding, recognize the dangers!

Unfortunately flooding resulted in more deaths annually than every 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 incredibly hazardous. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has a great brochure describing the various types 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 ground and ended up in your property has the potential to carry disease causing pathogens. It’s why these types of floods are considered a category 3 (black water) water damage loss, indicating it has the greatest likelihood of passing an infectious disease to individuals who come into contact 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 fine, 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 big storm will take out electricity 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 risky threat in the form of electrocution. That is why we always urge homeowners confronting a flooded home to not wander into the flooded spots! Call right away for specialist assistance so that an expert can assess 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 San Dimas 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 large decision, and it’s one way too many property owners make without knowing their options and the risks related with those alternatives. Mainly, which flood damage repair contractor to work with. A lot of individuals, whether it’s due to their shock about what has taken place or just because the situation is so serious, 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 make sure the contractor you select employs service technicians that know what they are doing when they get into your home.

So how can you be positive that is the case? Sadly, there is no type of endorsing or licensing system within our profession at the governmental level, like you ‘d see for other vocations. What that means for you is that virtually anyone can launch a flood damage company and service your home. With utterly no certification or qualifications, they can offer a critical service to your home. Yikes! The good news is, one way to know if they know what they are doing is to make sure they carry certifications from the IICRC.

San Dimas, CA flood damage repair is our area of expertise! Whether your property was damaged because of a recent storm or from a damaged pipe, if you have standing water, you have an emergency on your hands that we can take care of. Our San Dimas 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 become worse, make sure you call us now so that we can get things corrected fast! 

If it’s a basement flood or San Dimas sewage removal, or some other flood event resulting in standing water, moving fast is essential. Acting now will save you cash and will help reduce the restoration time. Our San Dimas flood cleanup crews are at your service 24/7. You will always talk with a live agent who can dispatch a San Dimas water damage restoration crew instantly that can usually arrive within 30 minutes if not sooner! Our flooding damage repair technician can go through your home, evaluate any damages, and offer a total price quote for the cost to dry out and restore your property and household items.