West Hollywood Flood Damage Restoration

When it comes to flooding, understand the dangers!

Sadly flooding caused more deaths annually than any other natural disaster. And even though the danger is greatest during the flooding, there are also very real risks that continue well after the flooding has let up. Even inland flooding from hurricanes can be extremely dangerous. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has a great flyer detailing the different types of flooding that occur 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 residence has the power to carry disease causing microorganisms. It’s why these kinds of floods are deemed a category 3 (black water) water damage loss, indicating it has the most significant possibility of passing an infectious disease to individuals who come into contact with it. And while some individuals think that as long as they don’t have an open wound that the water comes into contact they’ll be alright, the truth is some flood water can make you ill simple by breathing the fumes that are transmitted from it.

Electric shock is a huge danger!

While many times a significant storm will knock out power to a property, sometimes 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 hazardous threat in the form of electrocution. That is why we always encourage homeowners confronting a flooded home to not walk into the flooded areas! Call as soon as possible for professional 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 West Hollywood 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 lots of homeowners make without knowing their options and the risks associated with those options. Mainly, which flood damage repair contractor to choose. A lot of people, whether it’s due to their shock about what has taken place or simply because the situation is so urgent, will hire anyone. But is that a practical decision when it comes to cleaning up flooding damage in your home and the long lasting 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 house.

So how can you be sure that is the case? Sorry to say, there is no kind of accrediting or licensing system within our industry at the governmental level, like you ‘d find for other trades. What that means for you is that practically any person can establish a flood damage company and service your home. With utterly no certification or qualifications, they can offer a critical service to your home. Yikes! Thankfully, one way to know if they know what they are doing is to make sure they have certifications from the IICRC.

West Hollywood, CA flood damage repair is our specialty! Whether your property was damaged due to a recent storm or from a broken pipe, if you have standing water, you have an emergency on your hands that we can resolve. Our West Hollywood 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 call us now so that we can get things taken care of fast! 

If it’s a basement flood or West Hollywood sewage removal, or any other flood event triggering standing water, moving fast is critical. Acting now will save you cash and will help reduce the restoration time. Our West Hollywood flood cleanup crews are at your service 24/7. You will always talk to a live agent who can send off a West Hollywood 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 complete quote for the cost to dry out and restore your property and household items.