Drying and dehumidification
The structure is dried and checked before repairs begin.
Flood, Storm and Sewage
Floodwater Cleanup and Removal in Mercer Island, WA
Rising water got into your building in Mercer Island? Call (425) 552-7908 to be connected with a nearby provider who handles water removal, muck-out, tear-out and sanitizing.
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Floodwater is not the same as water from a broken pipe. When a river or creek rises, storm drains back up or heavy rain runs across the ground and into a building, it picks up soil, sewage, fuel, chemicals and bacteria along the way. For that reason, floodwater is handled as contaminated from the start.
The cleanup phase is about removal: water, silt, debris and anything porous that floodwater soaked. Expect drywall to be cut back, insulation to be pulled and soaked carpet and pad to be thrown away. Hard surfaces are then cleaned and disinfected before drying begins.
A call to (425) 552-7908 is routed to an independent restoration provider serving Mercer Island. The provider asks how high the water rose and whether it is still coming in, then handles the visit, the estimate and the work with you.
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What happens during flood cleanup
Every flood is different, but cleanup usually follows this sequence.
Make it safe to enter
No one works inside until power, gas and the structure have been checked. Protective gear is used throughout because of contamination.
Remove standing water
Pumps remove standing water, and extractors pull water from floors once the water outside has gone down.
Clear the mud
Mud, silt and debris are shoveled, scraped and washed out so the real damage is visible.
Flood cuts and disposal
Contaminated drywall, insulation, flooring and furnishings are removed and hauled away.
Clean and disinfect
Everything that stays is cleaned and disinfected so the building is sanitary again.
Drying
Air movers and dehumidifiers dry the framing and subfloor until it is ready for the rebuild.
What is included
What flood damage cleanup can include
Documentation for your claim
Job notes and readings are recorded from start to finish, which helps with a flood insurance claim.
Demolition and disposal
Ruined materials are taken out and disposed of.
Sanitizing
The remaining structure is cleaned and disinfected before drying.
Muck-out
Sediment is cleared out so the structure can be cleaned.
Floodwater removal
Pumps and extractors clear water from every level that flooded. Pumping waits until the water outside has dropped, so it does not just flow back in.
Local help
Serving Mercer Island and nearby towns
In Mercer Island and the surrounding area, floods tend to follow big storms, swollen creeks and rain that has nowhere left to go. Calls from Mercer Island and surrounding towns such as Beaux Arts Village, Newcastle, Bellevue and Medina are routed to independent flood cleanup crews, so cleanup starts as soon as the water goes down.
Why water damage is common around Mercer Island
Long, wet seasons and atmospheric river storms saturate the ground and push water into basements and crawl spaces, and the cold snaps that do arrive can split pipes in exterior walls and crawl spaces. Older houses over crawl spaces are especially prone to hidden moisture, which tends to show up later as soft floors, odor or mold.
Why call
Why call (425) 552-7908
Save time
Skip calling down a list of companies while water keeps spreading.
Local coverage
You are connected with a provider that works in your area.
Straight answers
Ask the provider your questions before you agree to anything.
When can I go back into the house?
Wait until the water has gone down and local officials say the area is safe. Check for gas smells, electrical hazards and structural damage before you enter. It is always fine to wait for a professional opinion.
Is Mercer Island Water Damage Restoration a flood cleanup company?
Mercer Island Water Damage Restoration is a referral line and does not do flood cleanup itself. Calling (425) 552-7908 routes you to an independent local flood cleanup company, and the details of the job are arranged directly with them.
Do I have to throw everything out?
Hard, non-porous items like metal, glass, solid wood and some plastics can often be cleaned and disinfected. Mattresses, upholstered furniture, carpet, pad, particleboard and stuffed items that sat in floodwater are usually discarded. Keep a list of discarded items for insurance.
Is floodwater dangerous?
Yes, floodwater should always be treated as unsafe. If you have to go in, wear gloves and waterproof boots and wash up afterward. Never walk through water near outlets or appliances that may still have power.
Does homeowners insurance cover flood damage?
Most regular homeowner policies do not cover outside flooding. Flood coverage normally comes from a separate flood insurance policy. Look over your coverage and ask the provider what records they keep.
Related services
- Flood RestorationTaking a flooded home from tear-out to finished rooms, including drying, mold prevention and reconstruction.
- Flooded Basement CleanupWater removal, tear-out and drying after a basement floods from a sump failure, seepage or a backup.
- Water ExtractionPulls standing water out of floors, carpet and pad before it wicks into walls and subfloor.
- Mold RemediationSafely removes mold that took hold after water damage, then fixes the conditions that let it grow.
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