One of the worst things that can happen to a homeowner is severe flooding. Water can do a lot of damage to homes and can have homeowners seeking out a new place to live temporarily. When you have to do flood damage cleanup, you’re worried about how much it will cost, but also how long the damage will take to fix. The more serious your flood damage is, the longer it will take to mitigate; however, when you’re looking at needing to stay in hotels or other places, you need a general idea of how long you can expect to be away from your home.
Flood Damage Cleanup Process
The flood damage cleanup process should start immediately after flooding occurs. Before calling your homeowner’s insurance company, you should call ServiceMaster and have a professional restoration specialist come to your home for an assessment right away.
Cleaning up floodwaters must be completed in multiple steps. First, all of the standing water must be removed from the carpets, flooring, and anything else that is saturated. After the water is gone, the drying process must start and includes using fans and dehumidifiers to suck all of the moisture out of the air and circulate the air.
Depending on how much water was in the home, the flood damage cleanup process can take anywhere from four days to several weeks. If the damage is extensive and drywall removal and replacement, carpet cleaning, floor replacement, mold removal, or duct cleaning are required, the cleanup process will take a few days longer. You’ll want certified and licensed professionals to complete extensive repairs due to flooding to comply with building standards and codes.
The best way to know for sure the time flood damage will take to clean up and your home to dry out, you should book a consultation with a professional disaster restoration company like ServiceMaster. You’ll be guaranteed the job done quickly and to your satisfaction.
Do you need help with flood damage cleanup? Call ServiceMaster of Greater Pittsburgh today at 412-419-3253.