Common Flood Hazards

5/28/2020 (Permalink)

This time of the year brings the best chance for heavy rains in our New England. When rains cause flooding in your Hopkinton, MA commercial or residential property the range of potential safety issues presented is broad. Merely waiting for the excess water to drain and dry out is never the best option. You need the help of the certified experts at SERVPRO of Framingham to identify and help minimize hazards before restoring the damage.

Identifying safety concerns

When flash floods damage your property you need an immediate response. Restoration industry best practices require a safety evaluation before emergency mitigation begins. The reasons to consider safety first include:

Personal Hazards

• Slip, trip, and fall
• Confined spaces
• Chemical safety issues

Environmental Hazards

• Submerged debris
• Structural damage and weakness
• Electrical shock

Biohazards

• Waterborne chemicals
• Infectious waste from sewage 
• Molds

The risks are not always the same

Every job SERVPRO of Framingham takes on is unique. The systems, contents, and building materials are different at each job site. That is why our certified technicians are trained to identify and remedy the following specifics as we evaluate the condition of your flooded property:

• Posting of warning signs 
• Exposed carpet tack strips will be removed or covered
• Check for hidden water and moisture in ceilings and walls 
• Identify and resolve any electrical risks
• When necessary we install external generators and use use ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI) to get the job done safely
• Identify potential  mold, lead, or asbestos risks
• Identify the water Category 1,2 or 3

The Disaster Remediation Teams a SERVPRO of Framingham are ready to help 24 hours a day, every day of the year, including holidays! Call us at (508) 370-4400 and we will make it, "Like it never even happened."