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Flood Damage Repair

Flooding and flood damage can be more destructive than many people think. One of the issues surrounding flood damage in West Covina or surrounding areas is that you may not even realize you have flood damage right away if it’s a small leak. Improper water removal can also lead to damage even if you think you’re in the clear.

The most important thing to remember is that you call a licensed plumber as soon as you believe you’re dealing with flood damage. It’s not just about drying the area—you may require more assistance, especially if the water has seeped into the walls and mold starts to grow. That’s where Diamond Bar Plumbing can help.

What causes flood damage?

• Broken pipes
• Leaks from appliances
• Leaks from pipes and the hot water system
• Roofing problems
• Leaks from a toilet or shower

The Danger of Standing Water

Standing water is very dangerous, which is why it’s important to mop it up and get the building died out quickly. Otherwise, you may be facing more flood damage along with possible mold. If you’ve got flood damage, you probably have questions about the safest way to deal with it. The professionals at Diamond Bar Plumbing can advise you on all aspects of flood damage and repair, including estimates. We will also serve as the point of contact for your insurance so you don’t have to act as the middle-man.

Flood Damage and Your Insurance

Diamond Bar Plumbing will coordinate repairs with your insurance company via the following methods:

• Assess damage with your insurance agent.
• Document the damage and repair methods with photos/videos.
• Coordinate billing.
• Record all damage.
• List all items that were damaged.
• Keep receipts and time records.

Diamond Bar Plumbing can take a lot of the stress out of dealing with flood damage. Contact us to schedule an assessment today.

What Should You Do If You Have Flood Damage?

If you have flood damage, the most important thing is to get as much water removed as possible. The longer the area has standing water in it, the more damage you’ll have to deal with. Here are some other things you should do:

• Turn off the source of the water, if possible (in the case of a burst pipe or leaking appliance).
• Mop up the water, if possible.
• Put aluminum foil around the legs of furniture that cannot be removed from wet carpet. You can also raise the furniture off the wet floor with blocks.
• To let air circulate, open all doors and drawers.
• Take anything electrical away from the wet area.
• Remove cushions and other items from the area to dry elsewhere.
• Take anything that could be damaged to another area (paintings, books, etc.)
• Use fans or turn on the air conditioning to assist in drying out the area.
• Stay out of the damp areas as much as you can, and keep your children out of the area, too. This will limit your direct exposure to mold and other air-borne dangers.

If you’re dealing with standing water, remember following:

• NEVER try to remove water with a household vacuum cleaner.
• NEVER plug in anything while standing on a wet floor or use electrical outlets near standing water
• NEVER leave items made of paper on wet carpet.