Has Your Chandler Home Suffered Water Damage?

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We all know that monsoons and flash floods are a regular occurrence here in Chandler. Unfortunately mother nature doesn't care about your home as much as you do, and we all know that there is never a convenient time for a disaster. If your home suffers water damage of any kind, the experts at AZ Dry Guys are here for you. When it comes to water damage, time is of the essence. The longer that you wait, the less likely you will be to save your possessions.

Speaking of which, it is important to file your insurance claim as soon as possible as well. AZ Dry Guys has the ability to help you with your claim, as we have long standing professional relationships with all the major local insurance companies. When disaster hits, in Chandler or the surrounding area be sure to call us anytime. We are here 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for you.

Dealing with Water Damage Insurance Claims

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Whether you need to hire a public adjust or not depends on the size of your claim. Adjusters are professional negotiators and help to insure that you receive the maximum benefit. If the dispute is larger than $10,000 then chances are it would be a good idea to employ an adjuster.

The interesting thing is that a large majority of public adjusters were once on the other side of the fence working for the insurance agency. This gives them a unique insight into the claims process and usually ensures that they will be a tremendous help to you in dealing with your claim.

One important thing to remember is that water damage should not be confused with flood damage. As far as insurance goes these two things are very different, and confusing the two could have a negative effect on the outcome of your claim. The reason being that water damage is typically covered by homeowners insurance. Flood damage on the other rarely is, and usually requires a separate policy. The truth is that flood insurance didn't even exist until 1968.

In the insurance world, water damage is consistently the number one homeowner's claim. People often times fail to realize all the different ways a home can suffer water damage. Everything from leaky pipes to poorly-maintained appliances can be responsible.

Typically, floods are caused by heavy rains, overflowing rivers, thawing snow, hurricane storm surges, or flash flooding. If you’re close to the water table, in a flood plain, or in a region prone to any of these conditions, flood insurance is a smart plan.

If your home is dealing with water damage it is not uncommon for your insurance company to hire their own cleaners to help restore your home. Unfortunately these cleaners may not be the top of their class. Chances are they are on such a tight budget that they cannot afford "quality work". The last thing you want after a disaster such as this is to have people working to restore your job that are unwilling to go the extra mile.

That’s unacceptable after your home experiences water damage. Make sure your water damage remediation team uses moisture detectors, hygrometers, infrared cameras, and other advanced equipment to monitor the location of the water in your home. The cleaners also need to use disinfectants to prevent the spread of mildew, bacteria, and fungi.

When an insurance company adjuster fails to follow through with this protocol, it throws the restoration of your property into jeopardy.

Ultimately, your best option is to hire a public adjuster to walk you through the water damage insurance claims process. They’re certified professionals who know the industry better than anyone — and they’re the best way to ensure your water damage insurance claims are covered.

Water Removal is First Step

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When it comes to flooding, the parts of your home that have been submerged in water are not the only problem. Water has the ability to travel up walls, think about the way it moves across a paper towel if you need help visualizing it. With this in mind you start to realize that areas of you home that were not originally exposed to water could still be damaged if they are ignored.

At AZ Dry Guys we work with families in Mesa, Phoenix and all of Arizona. We know that the insurance process can be overwhelming and no one wants to feel like they are being taken advantage of especially after going through a disaster. We will work with your insurance company to make sure they you are taken care of.

First we have to assess the damage your home has sustained. Keep in mind, that just because we are looking at areas that you may not think have been affected by water; as stated above we have to do that. Our experience has taught us how tricky mold can be. It not only grows where water has actually been, but it can travel via the evaporating water to other areas of your home which you may consider unaffected.

Obviously mold prefers stagnant water, but it's spores can germinate anywhere that the conditions happen to be right. We all know that parts of Arizona can get extremely humid. Mix in one of our occasional flash floods or monsoons and you have the perfect recipe for both water damage and the resulting mold growth.

While we work on your home we want you to feel confident that we will restore it to its previous condition. Because of that, we want you to feel free to ask us questions and let us know of any concerns that you have. Once we have removed the water and started the drying process we will take periodic measurements to assess our progress. If for some reason the moisture and humidity are not decreasing quick enough we have additional specialty equipment that we can bring in to expedite the situation.

We will not leave until our readings show that your home is nice and dry. Even then we will do a final walk through to inspect your home and allow you to ask any additional questions. We also will bring your attention to any area that have a high potential for mold developing. This will allow you to monitor the area and address any issues that might arise.

The bottom line is that we are here to help. From Mesa to Phoenix, to anywhere else in Arizona you can call AZ Dry Guys at (480) 331-4925. Available every day to handle your emergencies, 24/7, we're only a phone call away.

Risk of Damage to AZ Homes from Flash Floods

While living in a desert climate like that found in Arizona is advantageous in that the weather is pleasantly warm almost all year round, there is the downside of having to deal with the aftermath of desert thunderstorms and the accompanying heavy downpours from time to time. In cases where water has flooded a home during one of these storms, it could cause serious damage if not attended to as quickly as possible.

Serious Water Damage

If a home has not been constructed in such a way that water can drain away quickly after a storm, water damage can start occurring within minutes. Basements or other low-lying areas of a home will bear the brunt of the damage in most cases because they are situated below ground level. This will not only affect items that have been stored there such as excess furniture and other household items; it will also cause the house itself to become extremely damp over time – especially if there no drain or pump to remove the excess water. Once dampness starts setting in, it provides the ideal breeding ground for mold as well, which is another serious issue of its own.


Mold Infestation

Many people don’t realize how serious mold infestation in a home can be, and one of the first signs of it developing is when there is a musty odor present that no amount of cleaning seems to be able to remove. By the time the black mold spots have made their appearance, the infestation is usually quite serious, because it can result in the development of various illnesses such as allergy symptoms, respiratory conditions or even depression in more severe cases. As a result, it is crucial for home owners living in these areas to prevent the need for mold remediation San Diego & ensure that water removal is performed by a professional flood damage company as soon as possible after the weather has cleared.

Preventing Mold Development

Once a water damage restoration company has pumped out excess water from a home’s basement or other flooded areas, they will make use of industrial-quality dehumidifier devices and fans to dry them out properly. When this has been done, they will be able to perform a thorough inspection to ensure that no structural damage has occurred and that mold has not yet begun to develop. However, in cases where mold has already set in, they will know exactly how to deal with it to ensure that it does not cause further damage. In situations where mold has affected clothing and other fabric items though, these will need to be discarded, as it is almost impossible to remove it completely.
When searching for a water damage San Diego contractor, home owners should base their choice on reputation instead of price. This will ensure that they receive the best possible service at prices that are relatively affordable. Once the water damage has been repaired, it will be necessary to perform periodic inspections for a few months afterwards to ensure that mold does not develop anywhere else .






Risk of Damage to AZ Homes from Flash Floods originally appeared on AZ100years.org