My Basement In Streeterville Flooded - Now What?

7/5/2021 (Permalink)

It’s frustrating and overwhelming when disaster strikes unexpectedly leaving water damage in its wake. The longer that water damage sits, the more harm that it can cause, ranging from mold growth to structural damage. One of the most common places in your Streeterville home to experience water damage in your basement. In a study done by iProperty Management, 98% of basements will experience some sort of water damage in their lifetime. So even if you can’t predict when water damage will happen, you should still be prepared for when it does. And here at SERVPRO of Gold Coast/Lincoln Park/Lakeview, we have some tips to help.

What are the first steps to take when my Streeterville basement floods?

When you discover that your basement has flooded, there are some things you can do to start the recovery process. 

• You don’t ever want to enter a basement that is filled with water, due to unseen threats. Immediately ensure that your power and utilities are shut off
• If possible, determine the source of the flood - whether it be a burst pipe, rain, or something else
• If the source of water is a pipe, shut off your water as quickly as possible
• Document all the damage with pictures and videos as you are able and call your insurance company to start a claim process

How can SERVPRO of Gold Coast/Lincoln Park / Lakeview Help? 

If all of that sounds overwhelming, rest assured that our team of experts has your back. As industry leaders, SERVPRO of Gold Coast/Lincoln Park/Lakeview has the training and equipment to remove standing water and dry out your basement. Our team will also assist in documenting the entire restoration process and ensure that your property is fixed right the first time!

With years of experience under our belt, SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview is the leader in water damage restoration. We’re Here to Help! Call us at 773-935-6750. 

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