Reacting Fast to Flood Damage in Chicago Apartments

7/18/2022 (Permalink)

Floodwater can contain contaminants. SERVPRO knows how to safely remove the water.

SERVPRO Must Clean Flood Damage Right Away

Flooding in apartment buildings is a considerable threat to the entire structure. Water migrates quickly and with its ability to take structure openings to several floors of the complex or its movement through building materials to seek equilibrium of moisture content. Many look to the experience of our SERVPRO team to help in the Windy City when flooding occurs. 

What Can Flooding Do? 

Flood damage to Chicago apartments can be devastating and destructive, especially when restoration and mitigation do not immediately start. Property management needs to consider the impact of moisture damage on building materials. Still, renters and owners of the units must also determine their responsibilities in addressing flooding as soon as possible. Here are the main pressing threats of flood damage: 

• Migration - Water continues to move through materials and openings to impact the most significant possible damage area. We must prioritize containment approaches.

• Contamination - Depending on the circumstances of the flood damage, it is not always unlikely to experience contamination concerns. We must prioritize disinfection.

• Microbial Development - Floodwater can amplify the likelihood of mold and microbial growth after disasters. We can apply sporicidal inhibitors to prevent colonies.

• Structural Damage - Prolonged water exposure reduces the structural integrity of exposed building materials. Controlled demolition and repairs might be needed.

Floodwater Removal in Apartment Buildings

Removing floodwater is among the chief concerns for responding SERVPRO professionals. While initially this refers to surface water concerns, pooling, and absorbed moisture into building materials, there are more ways to remove water. Technicians must manage moisture content in the affected apartment units to reduce the likelihood of mold development. 

High-rise apartment buildings are standard residences in Chicago. Our SERVPRO of Hyde Park / E. Bridgeport / Bronzeville team must have mitigative and restorative strategies to help when flooding impacts one or multiple apartment units simultaneously. We are ready 24/7 to help at (312) 509-5000.