El Monte Flood Damage Restoration

When it comes to flooding, find out the dangers!

Unfortunately flooding produced more deaths yearly than any other natural disaster. And while the danger is greatest during the flooding, there are also very real hazards that remain well after the flooding has receded. Even inland flooding from hurricanes can be tremendously hazardous. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has a great pamphlet detailing the different kinds of flooding that happen that clarifies 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 property has the capacity to carry disease causing pathogens. It’s why these kinds of floods are deemed a category 3 (black water) water damage loss, indicating it has the most significant chance of passing an infectious illness to individuals who come into contact with it. And while some individuals believe that as long as they don’t have an open wound that the water comes into contact they’ll be okay, the reality is some flood water can make you ill simple by inhaling 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 house, occasionally 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 urge homeowners confronting a flooded home to not step into the flooded areas! Call right away for expert assistance so that an expert can analyze 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 El Monte 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 big decision, and it’s one lots of people make without realizing their alternatives and the risks associated 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 happened or simply because the problem is so urgent, will hire anyone. But is that a smart 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 make certain the company you select hires professionals that know what they are doing when they get into your property.

So how can you be positive 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 absolutely no education or qualifications, 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.

El Monte, CA flood damage repair is our specialty! Whether your property was harmed because of a recent storm or from a broken pipe, if you have standing water, you have an emergency on your hands that we can deal with. Our El Monte 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 call us now so that we can get things corrected fast! 

If it’s a basement flood or El Monte sewage removal, or some other flood event resulting in standing water, moving fast is critical. Acting now will save you money and will help in reducing the restoration time. Our El Monte flood cleanup crews are at your service 24/7. You will always talk with a live customer service rep who can dispatch a El Monte water damage restoration crew right away that can usually arrive within 30 minutes if not sooner! Our flooding damage repair specialist can walk through your building, assess any damages, and provide a complete price quote for the cost to dry out and restore your property and household items.