Natural disasters are the last thing anyone wants to experience and a house flood can be especially devastating. Not only does flood damage affect your home and property, it’s also a really stressful event to live through. But even if you’ve experienced a flood, there’s good news: except in very rare cases where everything is wiped out, your house and most of your belongings can be restored and repaired.
How EXPENSIVE IS FLOOD DAMAGE?
The cost of flood damage restoration varies widely, based on a few different factors like:
- the type of flood
- severity of the flood
- time between the flood and when restoration actually
The face is, all it takes is one inch of floodwater to potentially cause thousands of dollars’ worth of damage. Typically, the higher floodwaters rise, the higher the costs of water damage restoration.
Pro Tip: Cover your bases before it’s ever an issue by working with a trusted insurance agent to adequately cover your property and belongings from flood damage.
What Types of Damage Do Floods Cause?
Floodwater can do a real number on your home and property. Common types of flood damage include:
- Warped floorboards
- Damaged drywall and paneling
- Buckled linoleum
- Cracked tile
- Structural damage
- Mold and mildew
- Damage to personal property and valuables
Pro Tip: At the first sign of water damage, give us a call at C&C Unlimited. Water damage is pervasive and progressive, which means the damage will only grow without remediation!
How to Recover from Flood Damage
If your home or property has been flooded, here’s what to do:
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Keep yourself and your loved ones safe. Not sure your home is safe to be in after a flood? Stay with a neighbor or friend until your home can be inspected
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Shut off the power (via the electrical breaker) and unplug/remove electrical devices from the area
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See if you can find the source of the flood. Contact a plumber if a leak or broken pipe is the problem
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Document the damage. Take photos and videos of the flood waters and damaged items– you’ll need these for your insurance claims
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Contact your insurance company
- Contact a professional mold remediation company, like C&C Unlimited
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If possible, remove furniture and valuables from the property
What to do if you need Professional Flood Recovery Services
A flood can not only damage your home, property and belongings, it can also cause emotional stress and overwhelm. At C&C Unlimited, we’re here to help with professional mold remediation services to restore your home asap so you can get your life back. Contact us and we’ll get you taken care of!