Flood Restoration Orange County
Rainwater came in under the door or through a low spot? We pump it out, clean up the mud and dry the house.
Call (714) 769-8274- Storm runoff cleaned and disinfected
- Soaked drywall and pad removed
- Garages and ground floors
Flood Clean Up Services for Rainwater and Runoff
Heavy rain can push water under patio doors, through garage thresholds and into homes on low lots or at the bottom of a slope. It usually arrives fast, carries mud and debris, and soaks the bottom of every wall it touches.
Flood restoration starts with pumping out standing water and clearing the debris, then removing what can't be saved before drying begins. We handle flood cleanups for homes throughout Orange County, California.
Outside Water Is Dirty Water
Storm runoff picks up soil, yard chemicals and sewer overflow on its way in, so it's treated as contaminated. Carpet and pad it touched are thrown out, drywall is cut above the water line, and everything left is cleaned and disinfected before drying.
Keep kids and pets out of the water, and wash your hands after touching anything it soaked.
Flood Damage Restoration and Insurance
Most homeowners insurance doesn't cover flood damage, according to FEMA's National Flood Insurance Program; that takes a separate flood policy. Rain that comes through a damaged roof or window may be handled differently from water that rises from outside, so ask your insurer how your loss is classified.
Either way, we photograph conditions and record readings before material comes out, so you have a record for whichever policy applies.
Storm water got inside? Get it pumped out and cleaned.
Call (714) 769-8274Storm Season Problem Spots
Water tends to get in at the same places:
- Sliding doors and patio thresholds facing the yard
- Garages, laundry rooms and rooms a step below the yard
- The downhill side of homes on sloped lots
- Spots where gutters dump right next to the foundation
- Rooms under flat roofs or balconies
In Orange County, CA, those spots are worth fixing before the next winter storm. For plumbing leaks and other indoor water, our local water damage team handles those too.
Once the Rain Stops
- Stay out of standing water near outlets, the electrical panel or appliances.
- Photograph the water line on walls, furniture and stored items before anything moves.
- Pull rugs, boxes and anything on the floor out of the water if you can do it safely.
- Don't run the furnace or air conditioning if water reached ducts or the unit.
- Call your insurer to report the loss, then call us to start the cleanup.
After the Storm
Is flood water dangerous?
Yes. Treat it as contaminated, since it can carry sewage and chemicals.
Can flooded carpet be saved?
Usually not. Carpet and pad soaked by outside water are thrown out for health reasons.
How soon should cleanup start?
As soon as the water stops coming in and it's safe to enter. Wet drywall and insulation get harder to save each day.
Do you remove mud and debris?
Yes. Mud, debris and ruined materials are cleared out before cleaning and drying start.
Does the garage need drying too?
Yes, if water reached drywall, stored boxes or the wall shared with the house. Garage walls dry slowly and can carry moisture into the next room.
What if the power is off?
Don't switch it back on in a flooded area until it's been checked. Drying equipment needs power, so that check usually comes first.
Do you work in my part of Orange County?
Yes. Call (714) 769-8274 and tell us where the water is.