What Happens During Flood Damage Restoration in Seminole Homes?

12/27/2021 (Permalink)

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SERVPRO Techs Work to Bring Seminole Homes Back to Pre-Floodwater Conditions

Floodwater removal in Seminole properties is a multilayered process. Depending on where the water collects within the home, different actions are necessary for the best outcome.

Upon arrival, the SERVPRO technicians scope the Seminole property for the size of the flood damage affecting the residence. Common measures taken may look like they are causing greater damage but actually limiting it, such as opening walls that wicked floodwater to: 

• Prevent odors
• Inhibit mold growth
• Limit the deterioration of wall studs 

The technicians frequently need to remove baseboard trim, depending on the construction materials and if warping has occurred, the trim may get dried and saved for reinstallation. In some cases, a small section of the ceiling gets opened to promote airflow within the nearest walls. Insulation that has been affected by floodwater needs removal and disposal. The application of antifungal cleaners limits mold growth until the drying phase of the restoration begins.

When flooring has damage from floodwater, getting the subfloor dried is critical. Carpet and wood floorboards get removed to ensure this happens rapidly. Carpet exposed to this type of water damage rarely has restoration potential, and sometimes the exposure to water can cause dyes to run or shrinkage to occur. The post-flood outcome for wood flooring depends on the length of time before the cleanup began and the construction materials used for the boards. In the case of tile, the techs use their moisture detection equipment, including probes, to determine if the seal on the grout has allowed seepage to occur. The tile may get left in place on a case-by-case basis if the seal remains intact.

SERVPRO of Seminole & Central Gulf Beaches at (727) 391-6212 brings professional flood damage cleanup and restoration services to Seminole properties. The trained, certified technicians are available 24/7 for any size water removal and drying.