Basement Flooding - What Now?

In Atlanta,  homes and other such property are valued and esteemed very highly. A significant number of Americans live in their own apartments. However, the increasing threat of basement flooding has recently eroded the joy and comfort of living in one’s own built or bought house. The consequences of these challenges can range from structural damage and mold to serious health risks. That is why basement flooding is something that should  primarily be handled professionally. To facilitate this, it is necessary to enlist services of a company that can offer a cross-section of technical repairs relating to water related emergencies such as basement flooding.

Time is an important factor in cases of basement flooding. Standing water can be the optimum breeding ground for viruses, bacteria and mold. It only takes 24 hours for mold to begin to form and after that it will spread rapidly in a moist environment. That is why when you discover basement flooding you need to immediately contact an expert who can use specialist equipment to not just pump away the water, but also to dry the area, clean it in order to remove mold and odors and then treat it to prevent mold regrowth. The majority of reliable companies, such as Advanced Drying & Environmental Technologies will also remove anything that cannot be saved and dispose of it safely.