Chesapeake Beach Flood Damage and Your Floors

1/16/2025 (Permalink)

If your home needs water cleanup from a storm, team SERVPRO is the company to call. Our technicians are certified and have the equipment needed.

Floor-Saving Flood Restoration Service

Flooding can cause havoc for any homeowner, and your floors often take the brunt of the damage. Whether dealing with soaked carpets, warped hardwood, or tile that has loosened due to moisture, knowing what can be salvaged and what cannot is essential for restoring your home.

Carpet Flooring: Salvageable or Not?

Flood damage in Chesapeake Beach can severely damage carpets, especially if the water sits too long. Carpets soaked in clean water might be saved with professional drying equipment like industrial air movers and dehumidifiers. However, replacement is often necessary to avoid harmful mold and bacteria if the floodwater is contaminated.

Our advanced equipment helps extract water quickly and effectively. SERVPRO of Calvert County uses specialized air scrubbers and drying mats to prevent moisture from spreading beneath the carpet padding.

Hardwood Floors and Water Damage

Hardwood can swell and warp quickly after flooding, so timely action is critical. If addressed immediately, specialized drying systems can help restore hardwood floors. Our team uses advanced tools like moisture meters to detect hidden water pockets and infrared cameras to identify areas requiring focused drying.

Unfortunately, if the wood buckles beyond repair, it is best to replace the affected planks. Proper removal ensures the surrounding areas stay dry and mold-free.

Tile Floors: Durable but Not Invincible

Tile often holds up better against flood damage, but it's not immune. Water can seep through grout lines and weaken the subfloor beneath. We use infrared cameras and moisture detection tools to inspect for trapped moisture. If the subfloor is compromised, removing and replacing the tile is the safest option.

For flood damage in Chesapeake Beach, SERVPRO of Calvert County has the expertise and tools to assess your floors and determine whether repair or replacement is proper. Keep lingering moisture from leading to more significant problems. We're ready to help restore your home quickly and safely "Like it never even happened."

Treating Chesapeake Beach Flood Damage Cleanup with Urgency

5/6/2024 (Permalink)

For your flooded Chesapeake Beach home, call SERVPRO, we are Faster to any size disaster™.

Flood Damage Restoration Is Time Sensitive

Flooding is fast and aggressive, overwhelming structures and families. We are trusted restoration professionals who help with storm relief and post-flood cleanup.

The Steps of Mitigation

Flood damage cleanup in Chesapeake Beach homes starts with the mitigation and emergency services our restoration team can provide. A fast response to these emergencies ensures we can protect more property through swift action to lessen the impact of migrating water and moisture on the property. Some of the earliest mitigative steps that can start the restoration process include:

• Water Removal 

Water removal is among the first steps restoration professionals take in flooded homes and businesses. Extractors must manage water and potential solids, making trash pumps and wet vacuums preferable.

• Muck-Out Cleaning

The presence of debris and solids brought in with the natural flooding can threaten the house. Not only is this a source of contamination for the structure, but it could also lead to more significant concerns like bug and pest infestations if not managed quickly. The Bay can sweep sludge, sand, organic debris, and "denizens of the deep" onto properties.

• Repairs

With a general contractor license, we can repair damaged areas of the property impacted by the flood. Additionally, during mitigation, our contractor license is beneficial for removing exposed materials we cannot salvage.

Cleaning After Flood Exposure

Before complete and effective cleaning can take place, our technicians prioritize drying. Using various products, from air movers to mops and towels, we can remove pooling water or puddling on nonporous materials like tile and concrete. With these surfaces cleared and dried, more significant measures can be taken to remove contaminants and debris still impacting the property.

Contamination is a considerable concern when floodwater infiltrates areas of your property. Our team cleans nonporous materials, while porous elements often will be removed and replaced. Controlled demolition is frequently a key element in structural restoration and repair. In addition, we have a line of proprietary products designed for effective cleaning and restoration solutions after potential contamination.

Because flooding can happen without warning, homes can be devastated by intruding water. Restoration professionals must act fast to mitigate loss and protect the property from further harm. We are specialists focusing on safety, cleanliness, and thorough recovery until life returns to normal. When disasters strike, call SERVPRO of Calvert County at (410) 535-4733.

Michael

10/12/2018 (Permalink)

Hurricane Michael

As I write this, the sun has yet to come up to reveal the full damage cause by tropical storm Michael as it passed through Southern Maryland over night.  SERVPRO of Calvert County has been receiving a high number of phone calls with reports of flooded basements.  The majority of the calls regard water damaged basements from sump pump failures due to power outages.  The overwhelming majority of the home owners in Southern Maryland that experiencing water damage still do not have power restored to their homes.  In the event you are experiencing a water damage, contact SERVPRO of Calvert County right away, ensure the health and safety of the homes occupants, and take measures to salvage personal belongings and valuables.  SERVPRO of Calvert County will be out ASAP to make it "Like it never even happened."