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Sandy UT Flood Repair

Once you see the damage that is left behind by a flood event, the term “flood repair” almost seems laughable.  You think there is no possible way that it can ever be set right again.  And even if it could, where do you begin?

Well it can be set right, if you act quickly, but intelligently.  Flood repair is somewhat of an exact science, requiring certain steps be taken in a certain order, and hopefully done right the first time.

Your best first step is to contact a local qualified, water damage restoration company, one that can handle all aspects of your repair needs.

In the meantime, there are some actions you can take, such as shutting off the electricity and gas to your home and checking structural stability.  This will make it safe to enter the home.

If there is water still entering the home, make every effort to locate the source and shut it off.

Move as many loose items, furniture, appliances, etc to higher ground, somewhere where they can be dried out and cleaned up.

Have all the water professionally extracted from the home, including carpets, flooring, drywall, any impacted area.  The key word in this operation is “dry”…..all surfaces should be completely dry before any subsequent repair work is done.

Document the damage as thoroughly as possible with photos or video.  This will come in handy when dealing with insurance companies.

If you find evidence of mold, it is advisable to leave the property immediately.  Mold releases toxins into the air which can be hazardous if inhaled, causing everything from mild allergic reaction to lung disease.

Call your local IICRC certified water damage restoration professional today.