Use of Sterilizing Agents Neutralizes Flood Water Contaminants

When flood water enters your living space, it often carries harmful contaminants that pose significant health risks. Learning how professionals clean and sterilize your home after controlled demolition, extraction, and drying is essential to ensure a safe and healthy environment.

How Flood Water Contaminants Enter a Home

Floodwater can invade your home through various entry points, such as cracks in the foundation, doors, windows, and even sewer backups. This water often brings contaminants like sewage, chemicals, and debris. These pollutants can cause severe respiratory problems, infections, and allergic reactions.

Controlled Demolition to Remove Flood-Damaged Materials

Once flood water has penetrated your home, some elements may require removal to allow for thorough cleaning and drying. This process, known as controlled demolition, involves carefully removing water-damaged drywall, insulation, flooring, and other unsalvageable materials due to water damage, contamination, or mold growth. Our team only removes ruined building materials to minimize disruption while effectively addressing the damage.

Extraction and Drying Floodwater with Advanced Equipment

The next step involves extracting the floodwater and drying the affected areas. We use industrial-grade equipment such as submersible pumps and high-capacity wet vacuums to remove standing water. Once our team removes the water, we dry equipment such as air movers and industrial dehumidification units.

Cleaning and Sterilizing After Water Removal

The cleaning and sterilization process begins after the water extraction and drying of the area. This step ensures your home is free of harmful contaminants from the floodwater. Our WRT-certified technicians use a combination of cleaning agents and advanced equipment to sanitize all affected surfaces.

Cleaning Agents Used:

  • Antimicrobial Cleaners: These agents kill or inhibit the growth of microorganisms, eliminating bacteria and viruses.

  • Disinfectants: We use EPA-registered solutions to kill pathogens on hard surfaces.

  • Deodorizers: These help neutralize any lingering odors from the floodwater, ensuring your home smells fresh.

Equipment for Thorough Cleaning

Our cleaning process also involves using specialized equipment to ensure we sanitize every corner:

  • HEPA Vacuums: These high-efficiency particulate air vacuums trap small particles, including mold spores, dust, pet dander, allergens, and other contaminants, ensuring safe air quality in your home.

  • Steam Cleaners: These machines use high-temperature steam to disinfect surfaces, penetrating deep into porous materials to kill bacteria and mold.

  • Foggers: ULV (ultra-low volume) foggers disperse disinfectant solutions into a fine mist, allowing them to reach inaccessible areas and ensure thorough cleaning.

Benefits of  Professional Flood Damage Restoration

Attempting to clean up after a flood without professional help can be dangerous and ineffective. Our team at AdvantaClean of York County and South Charlotte has the expertise and equipment to handle flood damage restoration safely and thoroughly. We follow the restoration industry standards set by the IICRC to ensure we return your home to a pre-flood condition.

Floodwater can cause extensive damage and pose serious health risks. Our trained technicians understand these dangers and have the tools to address them effectively, ensuring your home is properly sanitized and safe for your family.

When you need flood damage restoration services, contact AdvantaClean of York County and South Charlotte at (803) 325-2100. We are here to restore your home and peace of mind.

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