What Is A Big Concern After Flood Damage Strikes In Delta?

6/20/2020 (Permalink)

Floods are a common occurrence in the Delta area and can cause massive losses for many homeowners.

Drying Floors And Walls After A Flood.

Floods are a common occurrence in the Delta area and can cause massive losses for many homeowners. If your home is susceptible to flooding, being prepared can go a long way. It is important to enforce safety measures to protect your house from extensive flood damage. Walls and floors, for instance, are an important part of your house and serve as the last line of defense against external factors such as weather elements. In case of a flood event, you need to contact an experienced restoration service to assess the damage.

As a locally based and operated company, SERVPRO is conveniently located to respond quickly to your emergency. We have a team of self-driven restoration experts who are highly trained and certified by the IICRC. Our main goal is to restore your property to preloss conditions quickly and efficiently, "Like it never even happened."

Drying walls and floors in a flood damage situation can be challenging. Walls behind cabinets, in particular, take more time to dry due to the multiple layers of drywall and cabinet back. Drying time also depends on the design of the cabinets. If there is no back on the cabinet, SERVPRO technicians can drill holes in the wall to facilitate air circulation.

When the drying process is complete, our flood damage restoration experts patch the holes drilled previously in the wall. When possible, we use a vent system to push air into the wall cavity. In cases where the sheetrock is at risk of falling, we may have to drill holes at the top of the wall to allow for better airflow into the wall cavity. We can also be able to save fiberglass insulation using this technique when dealing with exterior walls.

The toe kick (area under a cabinet) typically consists of a less costly material than the actual cabinet boxes. SERVPRO professionals may mount base molding on the front of the toe kick. This step involves removing the base molding and then drilling holes in the toe kick for better airflow beneath the cabinet. Using an approved biocide, we treat the toe kick area and install a vent system to facilitate air movement into the cavity.

If your floors and walls have sustained extensive flood damage, SERVPRO of Montrose / Telluride is there to help. We offer 24/7 emergency services for local homeowners and neighboring towns. Call us today at (970) 240-6970.

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