What Hazards Can Flooding Create for Wilmington Homes?
2/17/2022 (Permalink)
Intruding Flood Damage can Overwhelm Wilmington Properties and Require Swift Restoration Actions.
The impact of flooding is often overwhelming to homes in the path of rushing water or rising water bodies. With how rapidly properties can be consumed in this disaster, having the right restoration response can be vital. We determine the immediate needs of your house to overcome several of the hazards, and threats the property might endure.
Structural Damages and Vulnerabilities
One of the initial concerns regarding flood damage in Wilmington homes is the structure's condition. Flooding finds ways into the property, which can ultimately take small vulnerabilities in your home's construction and expand them rapidly to be significant breaches in the property's envelope. Some commonly affected areas of the house include:
- Foundations
- Basements
- Attics
- Roofs
Safety Hazards
When water begins to pool within the home, several hazards exist. Not only must homeowners be cautious and mindful of the debris and matter brought in with the flooding, but excessive pooling and deep waters can be impacted by live electricity or feature live creatures and undesirable pests brought in with the surge.
Health Effects and Contamination Concerns
Natural flooding is treated like a blackwater event since the possibilities of contamination cannot be ruled out. Exposed materials and items are treated as contaminated, and we prioritize thorough cleaning and restoration practices when possible to overcome this.
Standing Water Damages
There is little productive work that can be done to overcome the harsh effects of an active flood damage event without managing the standing water first. We utilize multiple extractors capable of heavy water output and handling possible solids and debris, such as trash pumps and truck-mount extractors.
Water and flood damage can be significantly destructive events for homes and businesses. Emergency services help limit the loss and protect the property, and our SERVPRO of Brandywine / Wilmington team can get these actions started as soon as we arrive. Call today at (302) 762-8080.