Flood Damage Can Happen in Rockaway Park Without Overhead Storms

2/10/2024 (Permalink)

Our SERVPRO team removes flood damaged contents from a Rockaway Park home. We are available 24/7 to assist with flooding.

Ocean Tides Can Cause Flood Damage, Also

Rockaway Park's location makes it prone to flooding from storms and rising sea levels. Parts of our neighborhood are below sea level by two or three yards. Homes here do not need to experience a storm to sustain flood damage. SERVPRO® is always nearby, including here on the peninsula, and ready to help make your property "Like it never even happened."

Property owners in Rockaway Park faced with flood damage should avoid returning to their property until it is safe. Flooding and storms create several hazards, from downed power lines to jagged items that can cut through clothing but submerged under dirty water. SERVPRO handles everything so you can relax and concentrate on stabilizing your family's temporary living situation.

When SERVPRO handles storm and flood damage, we include:

• Tree removal and roofing repairs,
• Repairs to flooring, electrical, & HVAC systems, and
• Removal of damaged materials.

Working in teams allows SERVPRO to accomplish more than one task at a time. While we pump out flood water from your home, we can assess your roof. We can remove any debris or trees and tarp openings. When weather permits, we can repair the roof and underlying elements.

The interior elements of your residence require repairs to be operable again. Flooring can cause trip and fall accidents if not repaired, and electrical conduits must be completely dry. HVAC systems often contain molds and other microbes that grew prolifically because of the flooding. We must also deal with water damage throughout the home.

Water damage can spread to your family's belongings, necessitating their removal for either disposal or cleaning at our facility. Cleaning requires special cleaning agents that remove soils and act as an antimicrobial. We work within municipal codes regarding everything, including any dumpsters we use to facilitate the cleaning up of your home.

Call SERVPRO of The Rockaways, Coney Island, for experienced flood damage restorers. You can reach us at (718) 400-9051. We'll address water damage and odors, too.

Cleaning Up Rockaway Park Homes After Storm and Water Damage

4/11/2023 (Permalink)

Don’t let storm damage overwhelm you, call the professionals at SERVPRO.

Water Damage Resulting from Storms 

The New York City area experiences severe weather throughout all seasons of the year, so Rockaway Park homes and businesses must stay prepared to face the threats involved. Violent winds, torrential rain, and heavy snowfall can all take their toll on your residence, introducing water into several areas of the structure. 

Water damage in Rockaway Park requires specific approaches and mitigation when it results from storm losses. The first step must be to determine the damage's extent and affected areas of the property. We have a fast-responding mitigation team for emergency services and repairs. SERVPRO understands the vulnerabilities of the house based on where water enters.

• Water Through the Roof 

From fallen trees to wind damage that destroys portions of shingles on the roof, water can easily make its way into the attic from damage to this structural system. 

• Water Though the Exterior 

Other exterior elements that make up the building envelope can also become compromised by severe storm systems or freezing conditions. The water behind the veneer of the building must be dried and removed promptly before mold damage results. 

• Water in the Basement 

Through vulnerabilities in the foundation or entry via below-grade stairwells, water in the basement level of the building can be a challenge to extract and manage. 

Effective Water Removal and Cleanup

Knowing where the water comes from can help start repairs, but when the water has already made it inside, our SERVPRO team must also mitigate loss with effective water removal. We use extraction tools like pumps and vacuums first to clear surface pooling. Effective drying can follow with strategically placed air movers and dehumidifiers throughout the affected rooms.

Storms are not an uncommon part of living in our service area. When your home suffers damage that introduces water into your living spaces, contact our SERVPRO of The Rockaways, Coney Island team. Our disaster response crew is ready 24/7 at (718) 400-9051.