Some Warning Signs of Flood Damage Issues in Cliffside Park

12/8/2019 (Permalink)

Coming home to a flooded space can be a reason for despair. Pick up the phone and call SERVPRO for effective remediation services.

Risk of Overland Flood Damage in Cliffside Park: Why SERVPRO Sticks to Our Mission

The majority of the projects we complete in Cliffside Park involve water losses, whether because of plumbing mishaps, appliance malfunctions, or the overwhelming onslaught of overland flooding. Heavy precipitation or sanitary sewer backups can flood your basement or crawl space with inches to feet of contaminated water. A do-it-yourself response is inadequate during this kind of crisis, why we prioritize flooding mitigation and remediation.

Contamination Concerns Need a Professional Response

The potential to contract infectious diseases or risk exposure to dangerous chemicals when flood damages your Cliffside Park home cannot be ignored. As rain, sleet, or snow dumps substantial amounts of water on the pavement and the ground surrounding your house, it picks up industrial waste, landscaping chemicals, organic material including dead animals and their waste, and more. Overtaxed sewers can force human waste back into your basement. Pathogens, including viruses, bacteria, and fungi can be present. The possibility of exposure to blood and fecal-borne diseases is why our employees suit up in personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow containment and lawful disposal protocols as we properly clean up the flooding.

Coursework in Psychrometry

Why SERVPRO facilitates advanced training in the science of drying or psychrometry is simple. A knowledgeable and experienced workforce focuses on the elements of flood damage mitigation and remediation we can control and manipulate. Ensuring that we follow safety protocols as we remove water, disinfect surfaces, and dry out spaces delivers results without compromising the health and welfare of the occupants and the structural integrity of the building. Best practices dictate we clear away dirt and debris along with water before sanitizing with EPA-registered antimicrobials. Then we balance heat and air movement to speed evaporation of absorbed moisture. Follow up with high-efficiency dehumidifiers removes the water vapor, enhancing the action of heated air movers as capable structural drying equipment.

A foundation in contamination containment, and the science of drying is why SERVPRO of Fort Lee fits the bill for flood damage recovery. Call (201) 496-6024 day or night to schedule an assessment and immediate implementation of a remediation plan.

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