The Most Troubling Mansfield Flood Damage Issues Are Invisible

9/17/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO's fast service for storm damage can prevent mold damage in Mansfield properties.

Mansfield Flood Damage Experts That Can Help

After suffering devastating flooding, Mansfield residents understandably fixate on the visible effects of the event rather than the potential unseen issues. However, this tendency usually obscures the full extent of damages and may, over time, facilitate the further deterioration of their homes. Such problems result from waterborne microbes like bacteria, fungi, and parasites.

Nearly every year, Mansfield homeowners experience flood damage and need the assistance of remediators like SERVPRO. When flood victims come to us, we offer them a wide range of solutions, including water removal services, basement flooding cleanup, biohazard remediation, and water damage repairs. As our technicians are performing these tasks, they work to neutralize harmful microbes and eliminate related threats by:

• Using cutting-edge foggers to treat all floodwater-impacted structural elements and interior areas with powerful, commercial-grade disinfectants that kill harmful bacteria
• Removing irreparably mold-damaged materials, damp wiping surfaces covered in mold and mildew, and vacuuming excess mold spores into HEPA filters, so surfaces aren’t permanently discolored and further damage is prevented
• Treating wooden elements and surfaces affected by floodwaters with antifungals so that they do not later develop structure-destroying dry rot
  Refinishing/repainting impacted walls and ceilings to restore them to their preloss condition and protect them from additional harm from the elements
• Sanitizing HVAC systems and their ductwork to prevent or limit the further spread of troublesome microorganisms around flood-ravaged residences
• Fogging interiors with strong deodorants that effectively address the persistent foul smells associated with a flooding event

Homes are typically restored to preloss condition once these measures are taken. With all of that said, remember that high-quality flood damage assistance is just a quick phone call away. Day or night, your helpful neighbors at SERVPRO of Manchester/Mansfield are always here for you. Contact us at (860) 461-7194 whenever you need us.