What Tasks Are Commonly Left Unfinished After Restoring Flood Damage in Queens?

12/18/2021 (Permalink)

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Flooding is known to cause significant damages to properties in Queens. Therefore, most focus is on major tasks such as tearing down structural materials or cleaning heavily soiled areas. However, those tasks only address part of the damages.

Many seemingly minor issues are overlooked during the restoration of flood damage in Queens properties. Apart from being minor, the other reason is the tedious processes involved in resolving them. However, these issues might impact the structure and the general comfort at the residence later on. SERVPRO can help guarantee conclusive restoration after a flooding incident by addressing such issues.

Among the tasks that should not be ignored include:

• Repairing subfloors
• Inspecting, cleaning, and replacing electrical components
• Cleaning or repairing HVAC systems

Since floods leave inches of water covering floors, moisture can find a way into the subfloor causing significant damages. Even on hard floors such as tiles, water can seep through the grout lines, so it is essential to confirm water intrusion in the subfloor. After extracting standing water, our SERVPRO technicians can use thermal cameras to find water below the surface. When confirmed, we can choose to dry the subfloor using drying mats, thus avoiding costly demolition.

Flood water can affect various electrical components, including switches, sockets, and light fixtures, depending on the entry point or height of standing water. Leaving such components unaddressed increases the chances of electrical shorts and even fires. Our SERVPRO technicians inspect them to determine what requires cleaning or replacement.

Ducts and other HVAC components might also need attention after flooding to address:

• Moisture 
• Aerosolized materials
• Mold contamination

SERVPRO of Forest Hills / Ridgewood takes full initiative to manage all aspects of flood damage, leaving properties comfortable and safe. Call us at (718) 381-3702 for assistance in making any flooding situation, “Like it never even happened.”