When Floodwaters Rise

11/12/2017 (Permalink)

If your home or business has been damaged by a severe flood, it is natural to want to get back to your property to begin the cleanup process.  However, the first rule is safety.  The FEMA website warns us to be aware of roads or bridges possibly weakened or damaged by the flood.  Flood waters are often considered "black water," meaning they may contain contaminates such as oil, gasoline, raw sewage and more - all of which may be harmful upon contact.

Electric lines are often down following a severe flood, and this can be a severe hazard.  FEMA cautions us to stay away from any downed power lines and return home only when authorities tell us it is safe.

If flood strikes your home or business, call SERVPRO of Joliet and we will make it "Like it never even happened."