What to Do When Snow Floods Your Home or Business

1/4/2023 (Permalink)

We are at the peak of winter, which means being mindful of concerns like snowstorms and the flooding that your Bellevue home or business can experience from that. The best course of action is prevention, of course, but the unexpected can happen no matter how much you prepare. If you experience water damage from a snowstorm, the first step you must take is to contact the right restoration company that specializes in water damage. From there, you need to set some safety measures in place while you're waiting for us to arrive on the scene. Once equipped with our cutting-edge technology, we work tirelessly to ensure that the cleanup and restoration process is so effective the effects of winter water damage will be "Like it never even happened!" 

What Immediate Steps Should You Take Following A Snowstorm? 

• Once you've determined that it's safe enough to go inside the building, you should first remove excess water through blotting and mopping. 
• If you see loose items on the floor, pick them up and place them in a safe, dry area. The same thing goes for art objects and other precious keepsakes. 
• Coloring can easily smear after a flood, so removing colorful rugs from wet carpeting is essential. 
• You can read about some more flooding emergency tips here. 

How Can Our Top-Tier Technology Mitigate Your Water Damage Emergency More Efficiently? 

We are big believers in using the latest technology to mitigate water damage more efficiently at SERVPRO! These past few decades have brought rapid technological advancement spanning several industries, including disaster restoration and cleanup. We have equipment for every stage of the water damage restoration and cleanup process! 

• Moisture Detection and Measurement: 

• Infrared cameras detect water in places that aren't visible to the naked eye. 
• Hygrometers and other sensitive moisture detectors measure water saturation throughout your Bellevue business. 

• Water Extraction:

• Excess water is extracted through gas-powered pumps. 
• Portable extraction units are the primary tools we use to remove gallons of water efficiently. 

• Drying:

• Our industrial-strength air movers allow moisture from walls, ceilings, and floors to evaporate faster. 
• The drying process is often overlooked after water extraction. Adequate drying prevents furniture and walls from swelling, a common effect of water damage. Our high-powered dehumidifiers pull water vapor from the air for more efficient drying. 

• Odor Removal/Deodorization:

• You may smell a damp, musty odor post-water damage which is often a sign of mold. If you need mold remediation services, SERVPRO not only takes care of it, but we also rid your property of invasive odors caused by water and mold damage. 
• Our air scrubbers and thermal foggers remove airborne contaminants during the cleanup process, which helps control and maintain healthy air quality during restoration. 

According to NWS data over the past decade, Nashville gets a little over four feet of snow on average, with last year's snowfall going above average at over five feet. While we may not get as much snow as our northern neighbors, four feet of snow is insignificant, meaning you should pay attention to the effects of snow flooding your Bellevue home or business. If prolonged, the moisture from a snowstorm flooding your property can lead to mold, which is a whole other can of worms. If you need our expertise this snowy season, give us a call at (615) 242-9391. You can count on us to get you through this calamity!

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