There are several ways that flooding can occur, the most common being due to water pipes bursting or environmental causes, such as heavy rains or melting snow. If you have Flood Damage in Brooklyn it is important to contact a remediation company such as Maspeth Environmental Corp as soon as possible to prevent further damage. There are several steps required to ensure the damage is appropriately cleaned up.
The first step is to contact your insurance company to find out if they damages are covered on your homeowners policy. Use caution when entered the flooded area, especially if the flooding is caused by outside water. Take pictures of the water and the damages and make a list of all items that were damaged from the water, make sure to include the value and attach any receipts you have for the for the property to the list. If the power is still on, turn it off to prevent a fire in case the water seeps into electrical outlets. If the flooding occurred as a result of burst pipes, turn the water off at the main water valve to prevent any further damage. If the flooding is occurring due to excess rains, melting snow, overflow from sewers, lakes, ponds and other bodies of water, do not attempt to go into the flooded area. Instead you should leave the property and call the appropriate authorities.
It is important to appropriately clean the flooded area as quickly as possible. If the water is allowed to sit, it will encourage the growth of mold and mildew, which can be dangerous for the health of your family. The area should be dried, cleaned and disinfected while wearing the appropriate safety clothing and eye-wear. You can clean the damaged area on your own; however, if you contact a remediation company specializing Flood Damage in Brooklyn, the cleanup process will be much quicker, safer and the remediation company will have the tools, equipment and experience to correctly clean the flooded area. It is also beneficial to have a remediation company do the cleanup, because they are experienced in ranking the type of water that caused the damages and documenting all damages, which are important for submitting a claim to the insurance company.
