FLOOD & WATER RESPONSE
FAST, PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
Our team of IICRC certified technicians understand when water damage or flooding occurs how overwhelming of a process it can be to get your home put back together. Our team of professionals will work directly with your insurance company to handle your claim start to finish. Our team is highly trained in providing the best service. A quick emergency response to stabilize the environment ensures the recovery of as much of the property as possible.
In the Gulf Coast area, especially around Corpus Christi, water damage can be devastating. Our team of water damage restoration and flood repair professionals work diligently to dry out the structure of your property as quickly as possible to ensure no secondary damage to your home is incurred. We will help you in valuing your damaged items based on a few key factors – replacement cost vs restoration cost, loss of use, loss of value, decreased life expectancy and sentimental value. From water line breaks to roof leaks our team will help get your property back to pre-loss state as quickly as possible.
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Step 1. Inspection and Damage Assessment
A technician will determine the scope of damage. Using moisture reading equipment, and their extensive knowledge and experience to determine extent of damage. Once they have determined the extent of the damage, they will present a plan to the homeowner explaining exactly the steps we will take to restore their property.
Step 2. Water Extraction and Prevention
Immediate water extraction of all standing water to prevent further damage. Once all the standing water is extracted, the technicians sprays the affected areas with an anti-microbial to stop any potential mold growth.
Step 3. Drying and Dehumidification
We use specialized drying equipment and procedures to remove remaining moisture and bring the structure back to its dry standard. Our professionals will use room measurements, temperature and, relative humidity to determine equipment and time needed to restore and dry the property.
Step 4. Cleaning and Sanitizing
We clean all salvageable content items and structures damaged by the water. Our technicians are trained to provide sanitizing treatments to restore and deodorize the structure. Our contents team decides which items should be saved, and what items should be sent to your insurance company for reimbursement based on a number of factors: how easily replaceable the item is, the cost to restore vs replace the item, and the item’s sentimental value to our customer.
Step 5. Restoration
This process will begin the rebuild of the property. Our company goal is to restore your property to pre-loss condition getting the customer back into their home or business as quickly as possible. This process can entail minor repairs such as replacing drywall and carpet or may entail major repairs such as full reconstruction of parts of the property. Our crew consist of a variety of skilled tradesman who specialize in different areas such as: Drywall, painting, cabinetry, trim work, framing, etc. No matter what the work consist of, we guarantee you will be happy with our teams craftmanship.
Water Damage FAQ
Water restoration refers to the process of cleaning up, drying out, sanitizing, and restoring the materials that got damaged as a result. Water damage can cause a number of problems. Some of them can include the following:
– Rotten wood.
– Mold growth.
– Bacterial growth.
– Rusty metals.
– Swelling of composite woods.
– Delamination of materials (including plywood).
Water restoration can include a larger number of repairs beyond simple water damage cleanup.
After the flow of water has been stopped, an inspection of the damage will be performed before the cleanup can begin. Its purpose is to determine what type of water damage has occurred (which is divided into classes) and what kind of water the property has been exposed to (which are broken into categories). The extent of the water damage is broken into four classes, with Class 4 being the most extensive.
The level of contamination will determine the category of water damage. To identify the risk of illness, the industry rates water sources into three categories. Category 1 refers to water that has come from a clean source (such as a water fountain). Any water that comes from a washing machine or dishwasher is referred to as “gray water” and falls under Category 2 (which is water that contains detergents and other substances that can be harmful to humans).
Category 3 water is the most dangerous because it comes from a dirty source (such as a sewer system and a toilet with feces). It can also include flood water that contains debris. The water restoration team will have to wear personal safety gear while they’re on site to prevent any additional contamination.
If water has gotten into your home or building because of a flood or leak, higher moisture levels (which is mixed with low light levels and poor ventilation) will increase the chance for mold growth. You should take care of any water damage as quickly as possible, because it will minimize the risk of mold growth (which is the most expensive to repair). Aside from cleaning the affected area, some additional material may need to be removed as well. Because mold spores can spread so easily, controlling ventilation levels and using air scrubbers can help as well.
Our Emergency Restoration Testimonials
We called Gulf Shore Disaster in the days right after Hurricane Ida. Jesse, Jeff, and the crew showed up to my home on time and were prompt to get immediate water mitigation equipment up and running on generator power until power could be restored. This no doubt saved the rest of my home from growing mold and further damage since we were able to get the free water mopped up and the moisture in the home lowered. The crew showed up daily to top off the generator and keep it running until main power could be restored and they could show up to begin demolition of the water saturated insulation and sheetrock. This was no easy task for them given the fuel shortage issues all over the city and parish. All damage was documented thoroughly w/photos and moisture meter readings. They used the same software that most insurance companies deal with to document square footages removed and linear feet of trim removed. This helped get the proper documentation needed to the insurance company to have them start providing payouts for claims in a timely manner with only minor follow-up adjustments needed. I would consider using them again in a disaster.
Anthony D’Amico
We contacted Gulf Shore Disaster Restoration to preform mitigation services after Hurricane Ida in Louisiana. We were fortunate to find this company to do the mitigation work for us. This company has been incredible and have always been professional, very good about getting back to our requests and keep us updated. They definitely do great work, keep records, take photos and store all personal belongings for their clients. They work closely with the home insurance company to make certain that the client does not have to deal with all the legality, paperwork and stress of the entire insurance process. I might add that Gulf Shore has worked with us while we are in another state and have not had the opportunity to go back to our home in Louisiana. Gulfshore is trustworthy and professional. In addition, we have been told by our home insurance company that they are as impressed with Gulf Shore as we have been. To quote our insurance company “You have found yourself a very professional company, they are easy to work, with and submit requests in a timely manner.” We were very fortunate to find such a trustworthy company ! We highly recommend Gulf Shore Disaster Services. In addition, Gulf Shore Disaster is now beginning the Re-Build process for our home and we look forward to the same professionalism and great service. We highly recommend Gulf Shore Disaster !!
Kevin Hauck
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