Fight Back Against Flood Season

1/19/2018 (Permalink)

If you’re on the edge of a flood in your Asheville, NC home, it’s important to be well-prepared. Flood water can result in expensive damage to your property and contents. While you might not be able to stop the storm and may need a specialist’s help to clean up after, you can follow a variety of steps to fight against the flood in advance.

1. Content Storage

If you have a second story, take your valuables and store them up there. If not, you can always store your valuables on tables or shelves. The point is to get them to a higher level where they may remain untouched by water damage from a flooded building. Using closeable plastic bins can also help. Even if water manages to get through, they are easier to deal with after getting wet, as opposed to wet cardboard.

2. Valve Check

Make sure you check the backwater valve before the storm. If it isn’t in working order, then you could end up dealing with the sewer backing up into your home. Water contaminated by sewage can be more toxic and damaging. If you have the chance, check your valve in advance.

3. Vehicle Relocation

Vehicles can be damaged by flood water. If you can get your cars to higher ground, you may be able to protect them from any damage. From mold problems to engine issues, there are several problems that occur when there is a flood. Once flooding starts, you may not be able to get your car out right away, so take care of it in advance.

After a flood, there is a high chance that there will be damage done. At least there are ways you can lessen the damage from flood water. You can do this by making sure your contents are stored safely, that your valves are in working order and that your vehicles are safely stored.

Visit SERVPRO of Asheville East at http://www.SERVPROashevilleeast.com/ for more information about storm restoration.