DELTA Stormwater Removal Is a Cornerstone of SERVPRO Services

3/8/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO extracts floodwaters, dries salvaged materials and disinfects contaminated areas during storm damage service in Delta. We have the equipment

Drying Floors and Walls After Delta Flooding

Floods are common 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 essential 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. You need to contact an experienced restoration service to assess the damage in a flood event.

SERVPRO is conveniently located to respond quickly to your emergency flood damage in Delta. 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 cabinetry, 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 not a back on the cabinet, SERVPRO technicians can drill holes in the wall to facilitate air circulation. SERVPRO techs can set up injectidry systems for any specific drying challenge.

Our flood damage restoration experts patch the holes drilled previously in the wall when the drying process is complete. We use a vent system to push air into the wall cavity when possible. 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.

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 drilling holes in the toe kick for better airflow beneath the cabinet. We treat the toe kick area using an approved biocide 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.