Staying Dry When Flood Conditions Are Present | SERVPRO of Oak Lawn

5/20/2024 (Permalink)

Has an unexpected flash flood taken your house by storm? Call SERVPRO of Oak Lawn today so we can help get your home back in prime condition.

Suffering from a flood may feel like a situation that isn’t very common, especially in the suburbs of Chicago. However, floods are more common than you think! It doesn’t have to be raining intensely for a flood to happen in the city. 

Even something as simple as a broken water main or a busted pipe can lead to a serious flood situation that must be dealt with right away. 

Knowing what to do if you are faced with the potential of a flood can help keep you safe and dry no matter what situation is occurring. 

Tips for a Flash Flood 

Flash flood warnings can accompany any sort of severe weather situation where flood conditions could impact our community. It doesn’t even have to be raining at the moment for the warning to be issued. In any case, you should start preparing your home right away. 

Tidy up your yard, clear up child’s toys and other yard clutter and tie down anything that could potentially be swept away. Trampolines, propane tanks and patio furniture can all easily be swept away with just a few inches of fast-moving water. 

Get inside and locate your emergency kit. Consider filling up some bottles of fresh water for each member of your family since flood conditions can sometimes impact the safety of the water flowing through your pipes. Stay inside and stay above the water line if the water starts rushing into your home. 

Tips for a Manmade Flood

If your home or business becomes the unfortunate victim of a broken pipe or busted water line, you could find yourself with a basement full of water. Depending on if you are home when the incident begins, you can quickly shut off the connecting water valve to stop the flow of water. 

If you are unfortunately not home when it occurs, you could be faced with a seriously flooded space. 

In any case, do not walk through the water. If you don’t know what caused the water line to burst or you can’t pinpoint exactly what kind of water came out of the pipe, do your best not to touch it. Gray water and black water pipes are also flowing through your home and handling this type of water can make you really sick. Get us on the phone right away!

How We Can Dry Up Your Space 

A quick restoration is essential no matter what kind of flood situation happens on your property. The longer the water sits, the greater the chance that bacteria has started to grow or your home’s structure will suffer more damage. 

Over time, mold can even start growing. We will quickly and expertly remove the excess water, and we can also use our specialized equipment to identify hidden moisture behind your walls. 

Lingering water can also cause widespread damage, so when your home is dry, we will address any necessary repairs. We are experts in drywall repair, floorboard repair and carpet replacement, amongst other restoration needs. Call us day or night for immediate flood restoration assistance. 

Floodwater should always be cleaned up by professionals. Call SERVPRO of Oak Lawn right away.