Water Damage Caused by a Storm in Delaware

10/10/2018 (Permalink)

We have the storm damage restoration experience and specialized equipment to restore your Delaware home or business back to pre-storm condition.

Flooding in your home can occur for a few reasons. Heavy rains, such as from a hurricane or another severe or torrential storm, typically cause flooding. Flooding may also occur due to a major plumbing issue. No matter the cause, water needs to be removed quickly so that the significant task of flood damage repair can begin. It’s important to find the right company to do the job. Here’s what to consider.  

The Type of Services Available

When water enters your home, it can impact almost every surface. Drywall and wood features can become warped and may even rot or decompose. Fabrics and upholstery may become stained and moldy. Electrical work may go on the fritz. These are just a few of the many issues, and all will need to be remedied before the repair work is completed. Some items may be salvaged, but others will need to be fixed or replaced. The best results will be from a company that focuses on restoring your property to its former condition in a timely manner. The company may need to offer water remediation services if water is still in the home, and advanced equipment should be used to ensure thorough results. It’s also important that the company takes a full approach to repair work, including working with your insurance company to file a claim.

A Certified Company

While there may be several companies in your local area that offer flood damage cleanup services, you don’t want to trust just any company with this important project. Instead, you want to work with a certified company that has a great reputation. Look for a company that is affiliated with or certified by the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification, or IICRC. The certification to look for is the Cleantrust certification. In addition, while you should act quickly to schedule service with a flood damage cleanup company, you should also spend a few minutes reading consumer reviews to determine if the company is known for providing fast, quality work.

An Immediate Response with Focused Effort

When you contact a professional flood cleanup company for assistance, you should inquire about availability. The company ideally will offer around-the-clock service if you are dealing with a flooding issue in your home. You typically only have a number of hours to dry out the home before the potential risk for mold growth increases, so a timely response is imperative. In addition, ask about the steps the company will take to follow through on the work, the finished results you should expect, and the anticipated time frame. Flood damage cleanup can be significant, and the process may be lengthy. However, the company should be focused on working on your home until the work is completed.

At the first sign of a flood in your home, begin searching for a reputable company. When you focus on these factors, you can expect superior results.

Why Choose SERVPRO of Bear / New Castle?

SERVPRO of Bear/New Castle is locally owned and operated, and serves Bear, New Castle, Glasgow, Christiana, Delaware City, St. Georges, Corbit, Wilmington Manor, Minquadale, and the surrounding New Castle County communities.

Our certified cleaning and restoration specialists are faster to any size disaster. Providing emergency cleaning and restoration services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week—including all holidays. You can expect an immediate response time, day or night.

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