Apart from maybe letting their five year old play in the tub, most families have no experience with flood damage in their homes. Yet the principles of successful flood restoration have a lot in common with sopping up the mess your son just made playing submarine in the bath.
The very first thing you need to understand about water damage is that time is critical. When you walk in to the powder room and find the floor is inch-deep in bathwater, you don’t just turn the light off and go downstairs to finish watching your favorite program. No, you shriek with surprise and then hustle to get out the mops and towels and whatever else you can lay hands on to get that mess cleaned up right away. Because you know that the damage will only get worse the longer it stays on the floor.
That is exactly why we have staff, trucks, and equipment ready to roll on a moment’s notice, 24 hours a day. We know that the quicker we can get started on removing water from the premises, the less damage is ultimately going to be done to your home and your cherished possessions. Getting everything dried out means there is less time for mold and other pathogens to sprout and grow. They need warmth and moisture to multiply, so getting your home dried out as rapidly as possible can not only save you money in the short run, but it can also help prevent mysterious respiratory problems that crop up years afterwards.
There is also less time for wood to absorb moisture until it swells and cracks. Sure, your flood insurance can buy you a replacement antique spinning wheel– but it won’t be the one your grandmother gave you. Speed and proper curative techniques can sometimes save things that would otherwise be ruined for certain.
So, in the event of a flood, you want to call someone who can get there right now– as in immediately– and who has a full complement of specialized equipment to do the job. Plus you want someone who actually knows how to prioritize their operations so the most important things gets addressed first.
If you ever need their help, Rocky Mountain Restoration is standing by and ready to go. Give them a call. Your grandmother will thank you for it.
