With flood damage, speed is key to managing the issue effectively. The longer your home is exposed, the more danger water can do as it soaks into carpet, walls, and furniture. Since your house might be uninhabitable until repairs are complete, fast service also means less time out of your home while the restoration team works their magic.
Complete Restoration Services has faster average repair times than competitors in the greater McCall area. Our disaster repair certified technicians work quickly to restore your home.
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Health Problems Associated with Flood Damage
One of the more concerning issues related to flood damage is exposure to potentially hazardous health conditions. This can cause significant and lasting effects, especially for groups that are most susceptible to exposure like children and the elderly.
In McCall, flood damage can cause mold to grow in crawl spaces, near furnaces and air conditioning systems and contaminate the air supply of your home. Mold can cause respiratory ailments and exacerbate sickness.
Bacteria and other microorganisms affecting your health thrive in areas of standing water and contact with standing water can induce more serious illnesses.
More directly, flooding can jeopardize the safety of your home, presenting electrical hazards where in contact with wires as well as appliances and other electrical devices.
Immediate Steps to Take in Response to Flood Damage to Your Home or Business
There are steps that you should take to help ensure the safety of your family and your McCall home or business if you experience flood damage.
- Shut off power and water in or near affected areas.
- Contact emergency services if injury has occurred.
- Research insurance policies related to flood damage to determine coverage options. Since time is of the essence it’s advisable to always understand your policy in advance if possible.
- Contact Complete Restoration Services, a certified restoration specialist and professional repair company in McCall, for assistance in draining and cleaning flood-affected areas of your McCall home or business in a safe and expedient fashion.