Flooding & Water Damage Repair in the Jersey Shore Area

Dealing with flooding and water damage can be an overwhelming and stressful process. If your home has suffered from flooding or water damage in the Jersey Shore area and you are at a loss for where to begin the clean-up and repair process, take a look at these tips below.

How to Clean up after a Flood

1. Keep Safe!

The first rule of recovering from water damage is to stay safe! Water damage (especially from flooding) can affect numerous parts of your home and cause both immediate damage to materials as well as longer term side effects.

If your home has been severely affected by flooding, the potential immediate dangers of unstable structures and electrical shock should be taken into account. Always verify that it's safe to return to your property before personally inspecting the damage.

If the cleanup process is not conducted promptly and thoroughly, mold, mildew and bacteria can pose longer-term dangers to your health as well. Take a look at this article for more information on water damage and your health.

2. Assess the Scope and Level of Water Damage

There are many levels of water damage which will determine the extent of necessary repair and cleaning. Begin by contacting your insurance company, but it also can be helpful to peruse resources like the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the U.S. National Flood Insurance Program.

3. Extract Water

Any water in your home should be removed promptly. Professional water extraction services are the best option, but you can also use a heavy duty water pump or shop vac if there is not a lot of water in your home. Proper protective gear is essential in this process, as exposure to contaminated water can be very dangerous.

4. Remove Wet Items

Wet rugs, furniture, etc. will begin to grow mold immediately (within a day or two) and should be removed as soon as possible.

5. Replace and Repair Damaged Materials

Depending on the severity of the water damage, there may be a number of necessary repair jobs to be made on your home including the following:

• Woodwork or Carpentry Repairs
• Drywall Repairs
• Flooring Removal or Restoration
• Interior Painting
• Exterior Painting

6. Clean Thoroughly

Not only do all affected interior surfaces need to be cleaned, but exterior surfaces will require washing as well. Pressure washing your home’s exterior (along with fences, deck, furniture etc.) will not only clean the visible dirt from your home but also remove harmful contaminants and reduce growth of mildew.

7. Get the Help You Need

Most importantly, get professional help with the restoration process. If you need help with a cleanup and repair job do not hesitate to call - we would be honored to serve you! Contact us now for a FREE estimate. Clean Lines is a trusted residential and commercial painting contractor serving the Atlantic County, New Jersey area.