We provide immediate response for all flooding and water damage disasters with IICRC certified technicians who are experts in cleaning and repairing properties from water damage disasters. We have vast experience helping the Midwest in their time of need during flood emergencies, having assisted the city of Cedar Rapids, Iowa during the 2008 Summer Floods. With the possibility of severe flooding in Moorhead, MN this Spring from the El Nino Weather Pattern we are poised to provide the emergency services your community may need.
Residents in and around the Red River area who have had the misfortune of a water damage emergency in the past from flooding can attest to the challenges of cleaning and restoring the property to its original condition. Water damage can occur from numerous sources including: leaks from broken pipes, malfunctioning sump pumps, heavy rain water, fire suppression systems, backed up sewer lines, severe weather changes and more. Even with the prediction of possible flooding, the speed in reacting to the damage will be critical in assisting with the proper cleanup of your home or business.
Flooding and unexpected water damage can quickly create a number of other health and safety issues in your home or business. The most important factor you should focus on is the personal safety of you and your families. Checking your properties electricity is crucial for your immediate safety concerns. You should never believe your electricity is off, or that it was not impacted by the water emergency. Contacting a professional restoration firm to inspect your property is always a good first step. The potential for bacteria and other micro hazards to materialize from the water damage is possible, depending on the classification of the water disaster. In a situation of a river overflowing its banks the severity of those concerns is intensified as sewage and other debris may cause serious health and safety concerns. There are three types of water damage classifications: depending on the level of contaminant, level three generally contains contaminants from sewer backup.
The most common problem from standing water is the potential for the spread of mold. Within 48-72 hours of the emergency, water can begin to create mold spores on the surfaces within your property. This possibility is one of the main reasons property owners should react with urgency if they have a water damage emergency. The naked eye cannot always detect the source of full extent of water damage. Professional restoration companies can utilize moisture meters and thermal imaging devices to pinpoint the origination of the water leak as well as extent of water damage in a property.
A wet winter in the Midwest associated with the El Nino weather pattern and associated snow melt off due to recent warm weather create the potential for severe flooding in your region this Spring. Additional equipment will be needed to handle the overwhelming demand if flooding approaches historic levels as predicted. Restoration companies will use vacuum powered pumps to remove excess water quickly and effectively. Once the excess water has been removed, a professional restoration firm will use fans, special heaters, or dehumidifiers to dry out your property. Depending on the extent of the water damage this process can last for a few hours up to a couple of days to thoroughly dry your home of business.
If flooding in the Moorhead, MN area appears imminent, please treat water damage cleanup preparedness with a high priority. Only those who act fast will be able to minimize the effects of severe water damage.
