With spring comes thunderstorms, torrential downpours, and unfortunately, flooding. It is important to take extra precautions to prevent flooding in your home during these times. However, should your home flood all hope is not lost. Here's what you need to do to salvage your business or home after a flood.
2. When Is Flooding Most Likely To Occur?
Flooding is most common in the
spring
This is due to frequent
thunderstorms
This combined with moist
grounds from the previous
winter season makes a recipe for
disaster
The following slides will explain
what to do if you experience
flooding
3. Contact Your Insurance Provider
This is one of the most
important recovery steps
Your insurance provider will
schedule a claims adjuster to
examine the damage
This will help your claims to be
processed as quickly as possible
Review your insurance
information to see what is
covered and how much you’ll
have to pay
4. Get The Water Out
The longer you wait, the more
damage you’ll have
Get the water out as soon as
possible
Look online to find a
submersible pump at a low rate
Opt for one with a large hose to
speed up the process
5. Take A Look At What’s Salvageable
Examine what’s damaged and
what can be salvaged
Perishables should be discarded
unless they are canned or in
secured plastic
Clean any metal or plastic
perishables with detergent and a
solution of one tablespoon of
bleach and one gallon of water
Clean stainless steel or a
nonabsorbent material with
the same solution
This will kill any mold
6. Getting Rid Of Mold
Once the water is removed clean
and dry the walls and floors as
soon as possible
This should be done within 24-
48 hours of the flooding
Scrub floors and walls with a
bleach solution and detergent
Any carpeting, plaster,
wallpaper, and insulation will
need to be removed
7. Learn From Your Experience
Prepare your building so it never
floods again
Examine your situation and
consider whether or not
dryproofing your building would
work
This includes applying
waterproofing to exterior walls
and anchoring the building to
resist flotation
Look for ways to prevent the
water seeping into your
basement such as repairing
cracks in the foundation
8. Closing Thoughts
Flooding is a concern every
spring
However, by following these
helpful tips you can protect your
home against major flood
damage