Timing and skill are essential when it comes to cleaning up flood damage. Water in your home can occur for many different reasons, whether
it is bursting pipes from harsh Northern Arizona
winters, appliance malfunction, firefighting efforts, or during torrential
rains during our Arizona monsoon
season.
There are a few things home owners can do to get the drying
process started, but it is important to call in a professional to make sure the
job is done correctly and thoroughly so no secondary damage occurs. If you
contact ServiceMaster of Prescott as
soon as the damage occurs, we will walk you through the following steps to
increase the likelihood of a full restoration!
Act Immediately
Flood cleanup needs to start as soon as possible after the
flood damage. This will minimize damage from the water and keep your cleanup
costs down.
- Step One
The first step in taking care of flood damage is removing the water and all objects in the area where the water damage occurred. This sometimes includes carpeting... -
Step Two
Once most of the water is gone, the drying process starts. Dehumidifiers help to draw out the moisture, and blowers move the air around to dry the area. -
Step Three
Once the area is dry, we will clean and sanitize all the contents of the home to keep mold from growing. -
Step Four
The last step in flood damage restoration is the actual restoration. Once wet drywall and carpets are removed and replaced, furniture from storage or other parts of the house can be returned.
We will inspect the house for any issues that may develop
into issues for the future!
If Not Done Correctly
The correct water removal and drying process, as part of the
flood cleanup, helps to minimize overall damage. If left standing, water causes
hardwood floors, loosens vinyl and causes carpets to mold. If the water
evaporates on its own, it may absorb into the ceiling tiles and other items,
causing secondary damage and increasing cleanup costs in the long run. It’s
always best to hire a professional to clean up the flood damage the right way.
At ServiceMaster of Prescott we are here to help you restore
your home to the way it should be after suffering flood and water damage. We
are available 24 hours - 7 days a week. Contact us today!
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