Controlled demolition of flood-damaged Valencia properties by ourSERVPRO® crew can save time and money for our customers
SERVPRO Assesses Risk and Designs Controls to Safeguard Valencia Flood Recovery
Stormy conditions can expose you and your family to consequences extending beyond the mere mess and disruption of flood damage in Valencia. A safety evaluation must precede water cleanup and structural drying. Although some concerns are common to every flooding situation, the specifics of every water mitigation and remediation job vary, requiring an individualized inspection for each property.
What DoesSERVPRO® Review When Developing a Valencia Flood Restoration Safety Plan?
Electrical Hazards
Avoid turning on lights or equipment and consider shutting off the power temporarily in the presence of the following:
- Water-filled fixtures, outlets, and boxes
- Damaged plugs and wet live wiring
Slip, Trip, and Fall Concerns
Using signage to prevent walking on wet surfaces and:
- Tangled cords underfoot
- Underwater debris and puncture hazards such as carpet tack strips, broken glass, nails, splinters
Confined Spaces/Contaminated Flood Water
Mapping out crawl spaces, attics, and tight recesses, ensuring technicians working to remove contaminated water wear personal protective equipment, determine an escape route, and pair up in case of a problem
Structural Hazards
High winds and trapped rainwater or other precipitation can damage structural components. SERVPRO assesses for:
- Ceiling or wall collapse potential when water entered from above, taking steps to release the fluids in a controlled manner (weep holes or flood cuts)
- Weakened flooring unable to support water restoration equipment or even the weight of water damage restoration technicians
Hazardous Material Management
Floodwaters, full of mud, sewage, chemicals, are Category 3 -- dangerously contaminated. Flooding can expose occupants and restorers to substances such as asbestos or lead-based paint during water cleanup. SERVPRO crews have training and certification to contain and lawfully dispose of these types of hazardous waste.
Have confidence thatSERVPRO® of Santa Clarita Valley will evaluate and plan for safe interventions after storm flooding in your home. Call our team at (661) 724-4591 24/7 for prompt assessment and effective water damage emergency services.