24-Hour San Diego Flood Restoration & Water Removal Cleanup

The flood damage restoration process involves the following steps:

1. Flood damage inspection: Assessment to determine what action needs to be taken in order to correct water damage. From there, our technicians will evaluate whether there are any safety hazards involved, and safely removing those furnishings and possessions that are salvageable and disposing of those items that have been damaged beyond repair,
2. Water extraction: Once the area has been prepped and all of your items and valuables have been removed from the work area, we will work to control the water damage by removing all standing water as quickly as possible. Once all water has been removed, technicians will check wet areas on walls, floors and ceilings to assist in the drying process,
3. Water damage control & drying: Technicians will employ commercial equipment, like dehumidifiers, air movers, wood floor drying equipment, and heaters to dry the air in the affected area. Technicians will then continue to monitor the area until all moisture has been removed and there is no possibility of mold growth,
4. Flood damage reassessment: Once dry, a technician will return to your property to re-assess water damage to make sure no hidden moisture remains and there is no evidence of mold,
5. Flood damage reconstruction: If water damage caused any structural damage that needs replacing, a reconstruction team will perform the necessary repairs.,

What to expect during water removal cleanup:

1. Quick response time and expertise: The single-most important element of dealing with flood damage is time. In the amount of time it would take you to figure out what you need to do (and not do), an experienced water removal cleanup team can already be on-site and started on water removal cleanup. An experienced water removal cleanup professional can also help you evaluate the extent of flood damage and determine whether those items with water damage can be repaired, or need to be replaced.
2. Safe (and complete) mold removal: During the restoration process, one of the biggest concerns of both restoration professionals and homeowners is mold growth. In addition to being an eyesore for those who have to look at it, mold can cause significant damage to your family and tenants. One of the greatest benefits of working with an experienced water removal cleanup team is that professionals can not only identify and remove mold infestations, but help prevent mold growth in the future.
3. Minimize costs and losses: If an experienced and professional water removal cleanup team is able to respond to your flood quickly, they may be able to minimize the extent of water damage, protect your valuables and items against total-loss, and prevent water from escaping into other areas of your home and save you the hassle and financial burden of having to replace, furniture, appliances, and other valuables.
4. Professional equipment and tools: An experienced water removal cleanup team has high-quality and professional tools to quickly and completely remove flood damage.

Additional tips for flood damage removal:

Regardless of whether you decide to work with a professional flood cleanup team, or try and remove the water damage yourself, there are several steps you can take immediately after a flood to minimize the damage incurred by unwanted water.

• If you have an opportunity to move furniture and valuable possessions off the ground before flood waters hit, do so to reduce the chance of your items being damaged irreparably,
• Depending upon the number of contaminants contained within the flood water, ensure everyone leaves the property. Flood water is potentially a health hazard and can make people sick, and
• Try and turn off electricity and gas to limit the risk of gas leaks or electrical charges in the water