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4 Water Damage Restoration Tips for Homes

Bio-One of Oceanside - 4 Water Damage Restoration Tips for Homes

Floodwaters can cause a lot of damage to your home or business. If you're faced with cleaning up after a flood, you may feel overwhelmed. Floodwaters can be very dangerous and destructive, as they can contain sewage, chemical pollutants, and other contaminants that can pose serious health risks. In addition, floodwaters can damage property and destroy personal belongings. As water damage restoration professionals, Bio-One understands the dangers associated with floodwaters and is ready to help you.

Taking immediate precautions is crucial if you're faced with flood cleanup. Here are four tips for cleaning up after a flood and how Bio-One of Oceanside can help you. As Micro-certified Mold Remediation Contractors, our technicians are ready to tackle even the hardest situations.

Ventilate and dry the affected area as soon as possible.

If your home or business has been flooded, it's important to ventilate and dry the affected area as soon as possible. Use fans and dehumidifiers to circulate air and remove moisture from the premises. If possible, open windows and doors to allow fresh air to circulate. 

Remove all wet items from the premises, including carpeting, furniture, and drywall.

All wet items, including furniture, carpets, and personal belongings, should be removed from the premises as soon as possible. These items can hold moisture and become a breeding ground for mold and mildew.

Floodwaters can be very dangerous,  and if you're exposed to them, taking precautions is important to protect yourself and your family. Wear rubber boots, gloves, and a face mask when cleaning up floodwaters. Avoid contact with floodwaters as much as possible, and wash your hands thoroughly after coming into contact with them.

Clean and disinfect all surfaces.

All surfaces in the affected area should be cleaned and disinfected. This includes walls, floors, ceilings, and other surfaces that may have come into contact with floodwaters. When dealing with flood water, it's important to use cleaners and disinfectants that are effective against many bacteria and viruses. Here's a helpful article on how to clean and disinfect surfaces after a flood:

How to Clean Up After a Flood

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However, it's also important to remember that flood water may contaminate sewage and other hazardous materials. As such, it's important to take precautions to protect yourself from exposure. If you feel unsure about cleaning up after flooding by yourself, consider hiring a professional cleaning and disinfection company with the right equipment to help you.

Consider calling a professional Water Damage Restoration Company.

Cleaning up after a flood can be daunting, and taking all the necessary precautions to protect yourself and your family is important. If you're feeling overwhelmed, consider calling a professional cleanup company like Bio-One of Oceanside. Our technicians are certified in mold and water damage remediation and have the experience and training to help you return to a safe home after flooding. Contact us today to learn more about our services or to schedule a free estimate!

Water damage after a pipe burst.
Water damage after a pipe burst. Photo Courtesy: @rcphotostock - Freepik.

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Bio-One of Oceanside is the #1 Disinfection, Sanitation, and Decontamination Company in North San Diego County, providing professional, industry standards services in all kinds of extreme scenarios:

Recovery Services

  • Crime scene cleanup
  • Trauma scene cleaning
  • Blood cleaning
  • Undiscovered or unattended death cleaning
  • Homicide/Suicide cleaning
  • Feces and bodily fluids cleaning
  • Mold Remediation
  • Water damage restoration
  • Emergency vehicle decontamination
  • Fentanyl cleanup
  • Biohazard and Medical waste disposal
  • Tear gas cleaning
  • Sewage backup cleaning

Professional, discreet hoarding cleaning service

  • Hoarding cleanup
  • Animal hoarding cleanup
  • Gross filth cleanup
  • Deep clean
  • Junk removal
  • Homeless encampment clean-out
  • Hazardous waste disposal
  • Nicotine stain/odor removal
  • Odor removal

HELP FIRST, BUSINESS SECOND!

Bio-One of Oceanside springs into action to assist survivors when a traumatic event occurs. We work with local law enforcement, emergency responders, victim advocacy organizations, hoarding task forces, apartment communities, and insurance companies to ensure that you receive the most outstanding service feasible.

We have been an independently owned and operated business since August 2020 to help our community through difficult and unexpected situations.

Our certified technicians are caring, compassionate, and discreet, and we are ready to help you in your most significant time of need.

We are proudly serving North San Diego and surrounding communities! 

Bio-One is a proud member of the Southern California Rental Housing Association and Carlsbad, Oceanside, and Vista Chambers of Commerce. Bio-One serves San Diego County and neighboring regions, including Oceanside, Carlsbad, Vista, Fallbrook, Escondido, San Marcos, and Bonsall.

We also serve the Southern Orange County cities: San Clemente, Dana Point, Rancho Mission Viejo, Laguna Niguel, Ladera Ranch, San Juan Capistrano, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Woods, Laguna Beach, Lake Forest, Rancho Santa Margarita, Irvine, and Costa Mesa.

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