Removing Flood Damage In Lower East Side

4/22/2020 (Permalink)

SERVPRO provides mitigation services that can make a disaster look, “Like it never even happened.”

Extracting Flood Damage from a Lower East Side Condo

A surprising amount of New York is located in flood zones, and much of its metropolitan areas are guarded solely by water-absorbent plants, sand dunes, and low walls. When floods do arrive, they can do considerable damage to over $1.2 billion worth of real estate and leave thousands of homeowners overwhelmed by the cleanup and sanitation needs for their structures.

If your Lower East Side Condo requires emergency-response flood damage mitigation, SERVPRO technicians can come to your home with their own power sources ready to restore your home. These technicians coordinate closely with you and your insurance adjuster throughout the restoration process with emails, phone calls, and extensive documentation to aid you in the claims filing process. SERVPRO teams are licensed to handle flood-related disaster cleanup per Institute of Inspection Cleanup and Restoration Certification (IICRC) guidelines with EPA-registered antimicrobials.

What is the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)?
This program was founded in 1968 by the United States government to bring flood coverage to citizens living in flood-prone areas. The highest-risk zones are referred to as Special Flood Hazard Areas. NFIP coverage is a must-have because federal assistance does not always cover the massive costs that come with flood damage mitigation and repair. The NFIP also advocates for adequate disaster management and prevention protocols.

There are currently 1,406 New York communities voluntarily participating in the National Flood Insurance Program to maximize federal flood assistance and coverage. Communities that participate also have flood map data available through FEMA. The LES, like much of the southeast portion of the city, is highly vulnerable to flooding from the East River.

How SERVPRO Extracts Floodwaters & Contaminants
Extraction tools are essential in minimizing flood damage. However, due to the high amounts of contaminants that floodwater can bring in, it may be necessary to remove large solids before implementing submersible pumps or truck-mounted extractors. Flood cuts are used to remove portions of drywall or sheetrock that have been affected by floodwaters. These areas can be replaced during SERVPRO's reconstructive efforts.

SERVPRO of Lower East Side / Downtown Manhattan provides mitigation services that can make a disaster look, “Like it never even happened.” Call (917) 409-5580 any time of the day or night for your cleanup needs.

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