If A Pipe Bursts In Your High Rise Tower

9/20/2023 (Permalink)

Dealing with water damage in a condo or apartment building can be a harrowing experience, especially if it is fast and sudden, like if a pipe bursts. The best thing to do in such a situation is to stay calm, contact the appropriate people, and make sure you and your loved ones are safe. SERVPRO of Belle Meade/West Nashville should be one of those contacts–let’s discuss how we can help in case of a burst pipe! 

What To Do During Flooding In A High Rise Building

• If you are renting your unit, make sure to contact your landlord and make them aware of the situation. Alerting a building manager or other tenants will also help neighbors keep their belongings and space safe. The water may need to be shut off for the building, which is a temporary headache that will save from severe damage in the long run. 
• It may be a good idea, if possible and safe, to document the flooding for legal and insurance purposes with photos or video. 
• While waiting for help to arrive, carefully wipe up excess water by blotting or mopping. Do not attempt to move items, as wet materials are much more heavy than dry ones.
• Electrical risks are high when there is flowing or standing water in an area. Be sure to be careful not to turn on any ceiling fans or electrical appliances. Depending on what area of the building is affected, the elevator may be out of use as well.
• Slip and fall risks also run high when there are wet surfaces! Be extra careful on stairs and moving around the building in general. 

How SERVPRO Can Help With Water Damage

• Rapid Response: Our SERVPRO team is ready to answer your call 24/7. We know that when a pipe bursts, time is of the essence to avoid secondary damage and prevent mold growth. If the water source has not already been shut off, turning it off will be our first step. 

• Advanced Technology: Our team gets to work removing the majority of the water immediately after arrival. We use high-powered vacuum units and pumps to get all of the standing water out of your space, and then drying equipment, such as air movers and dehumidifiers, will also be employed during this part of the process.

• Highly Trained Technicians: Every water damage situation is unique, so that is why our technicians take a thorough assessment of the affected areas when the water damage restoration process begins. When our crew is done working, every crevice of your condominium will be dried, sanitized, and restored, thanks to our attention to detail. 

No matter the nature of your disaster, SERVPRO Belle Meade/West Nashville is here to help! Our team has handled water damage in a great variety of buildings, so we are ready to handle a high-rise flooding situation if needed. Just give us a call at (615) 242-9391 whenever you are in need of water damage restoration services!

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