Flood Damage in Manteca Homes

1/3/2018 (Permalink)

Manteca Flood Waters Are Removed by SERVPRO

Manteca Property Owners Rely on SERVPRO for Storm Damage Mitigation

Homes in Manteca are vulnerable to water issues from many sources. Leaky pipes can ruin a sink cabinet or force replacing drywall in the garage, but it is still acts of nature that can shock a homeowner and result in thousands of dollars in restoration costs.
 
As close as we are to Old River, Manteca flood damage is not a rare occurrence. Residents sometimes forget because of the droughts that strike California on a regular basis. Since the last one ended, rains this year reminded everyone what can happen. SERVPRO is here to help remove floodwater and return houses, condos, and apartments to their original condition.
 
We have to start with getting the water out of the home. If the area is still underwater, then we may have to drop sandbags in place to prevent water from re-entering the home as we bring in commercial pumps to draw out the water. The pumps remove most of it and doing this also provides a safe environment for our IICRC certified technicians to operate in while the water outside continues to recede. The amount of time depends on the conditions around the property.
 
Now that we can move safely, the restoration crew removes everything off the floor. It prevents paint and varnish from leeching off furniture and into the water where it can stain carpets and wood floors. As we do this, SERVPRO inspectors examine the property to determine what is restorable and what we suggest should be discarded.

With the standing water and furniture removed, we bring in extraction wands and riding Rovers. These devices draw out water trapped in floorboards and carpets. Our technicians can adjust the level of vacuum and speed of airflow to remove moisture quickly without causing further damage. It prevents wood floors from drying too quickly, which can result in warping or cracking.
 
With the water removed, we lift the edges around the carpets to dry them. In most homes, this means removing the pad under the carpet. They deteriorate quickly after exposure to water and are very cheap to replace compared to attempting to dry them. After we remove the pad, we dry the floor using air movers to force warm air over the surface. Next, we replace the pad and lay the carpet back down. If there is any moisture in the carpet, we direct air movers under and over the surface to dry it before reattaching it. One caveat with the above service is the nature of the floodwaters. If contaminated with sewage or known chemicals, then replacing these items are in order.
 
These actions are only the start of what SERVPRO of Tracy does to alleviate and remove the effects of flooding in your home. To schedule a service visit, call us today at (209) 834-0200. We are here for you.

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