Sunset Beach Flood Damage Restoration

When it comes to flooding, find out the dangers!

Unfortunately flooding produced more deaths annually than any other natural disaster. And although the danger is most significant in the middle of the flooding, there are also very real hazards that remain 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 brochure discussing the various types 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 potential to transport disease causing pathogens. It’s why these types of floods are deemed 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 contact with it. And while some people think that as long as they don’t have an open injury that the water comes into contact they’ll be alright, the fact is some flood water can make you ill 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 electricity to a house, sometimes that isn’t the case. Should the water find its way into your electrical system and your circuit breaker not trip, you’re facing a very unsafe threat in the form of electrocution. That is why we always advise homeowners dealing with a flooded home to not wander into the flooded spots! Call as soon as possible for qualified 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 Sunset 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 huge decision, and it’s one lots of homeowners make without realizing their alternatives and the risks associated with those alternatives. Particularly, which flood damage repair contractor to hire. A lot of people, whether it’s due to their shock about what has taken place or just because the problem is so critical, will hire anyone. But is that a wise decision 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 ensure 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? Sadly, there is no kind of endorsing or licensing body within our profession at the governmental level, like you ‘d see for other trades. What that means for you is that virtually anybody can establish a flood damage company and service your home. With absolutely no education or credentials, they can offer a very important 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 have certifications from the IICRC.

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

If it’s a basement flood or Sunset Beach sewage cleanup, or any other flood event leading to standing water, moving fast is crucial. Acting now will save you cash and will help in reducing the restoration time. Our Sunset Beach flood cleanup teams are at your service 24/7. You will always talk to a live customer service rep who can send off a Sunset Beach water damage restoration crew immediately that can usually arrive within 30 minutes if not sooner! Our flooding damage repair specialist can go through your property, assess any damages, and present a complete quote for the cost to dry out and restore your property and household items.