Floodwaters in Monticello Homes Requires Professional Water Removal Services

4/20/2021 (Permalink)

Has your home suffered from a flooding event? Team SERVPRO is standing by with equipment and technicians to remediate the flood damage.

Flooding can bring debris and contaminants into your Monticello home that requires professional crews for water cleanup

Every year in the US, flooding causes over $8 billion in damages. Those who live where strong seasonal storms are typical are at a greater risk for water damage. If you are impacted by flooding, SERVPRO helps with things like a leaking roof from storms and sewage cleanup.

What Are the Hazards of Floodwater?

The flood damage in Monticello homes is often the result of contaminated water. The water present in a flood is considered black water and is highly contaminated. Homeowners should not attempt to clean this up independently, but instead, rely on expert water removal services. Here are some situations that can present themselves in floodwater:

• Large pieces of debris and dirt that get caught up in the water flow
• Electrical issues from downed power lines
• Electrical systems beneath flood levels
• Chemical contamination from nearby industry or medical facilities
• Bacteria and viruses and other hazardous material
• Dead animals and insects

Do not try to save the content of your home by going through contaminated water. Let the water damage remediation pros handle that. Our crew will salvage everything they can. For emergency service, water damage service, and more, contact SERVPRO of Sullivan and South Ulster Counties at (845) 791-7647.