Hopefully the following will assist those in need.
First…….STAY OUT of flood water if at all possible.
There are many contaminants in the water. The flood water from OK/AR has been in fields, farms, roads and has collected animals, pesticides, oils, feces, debris and other unknown substances. STAY OUT of the water if possible. This will help from contracting any infectious pathogens in the water.
After the water subsides, wear PERSONAL PROTECTION when working in the aftermath. Boots, gloves, respirators, overalls/tyvek suits are appropriate.
DEMO (remove) all drywall, insulation, carpeting/pad that has been affected.
PRESSURE WASH the framing and flooring - areas affected.
EXTRACT the water.
TREAT affected areas with an anti-microbial or sanitizing agent.
DRY the structure with air movement and dehumidifiers. It will take DAYS to dry the bound water in the wooden substrate. You must control the humidity indoors to prevent secondary damage; you do not want the humidity above 60%.
VERY IMPORTANT, do not “button up” or re-construct until the structure is dry or you could have microbial development..
Downtown NLR
Arkansas River, June 3. 2019
Our Industry is NOT regulated; training certifications vary considerably.
The preeminent certification body in our industry the last forty years has been
the Institute of Inspection Cleaning & Restoration Certification (IICRC).
We suggest you visit their website (www.iicrc.org) and Locate a Professional.
Click LOCATE A CERTIFIED PRO on the Home Page.
Put in your zip code and search radius
Choose CERTIFIED FIRM as your Category
Click Search
The page will populate with Contractors
Click on SERVICES of each contractor to reveal their qualifications.
You can view a contractor’s certifications with anonymity and discretion.
There are a number of out of state companies posing as local contractors.
There are local contractors claiming certifications they do not have.
Unfortunately, there are NO regulations against this unethical activity.
Other companies have entered the market professing to be experts.
Some employ scare tactics.
We do not use scare tactics; we educate the consumer so they can make intelligent & informed decisions.
We are a very unique company in our industry. This is ALL we do.
Brandon outside a negative air chamber
Moisture reading of cabinet not discovered by contractor
Oooopps! ……. This was left behind by another contractor
Damage not removed by another contractor
Our owners live north and south of the Arkansas River.
Unlike many contractors …. an owner is on EVERY job we manage.
We provide commercial & residential emergency water damage service 24/7.
We conduct mold testing, and mold removal (remediation) by appointment.
We have (30) years experience mitigating losses in central Arkansas.
Just testing :)
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Llama a Rogelio Garcia, 501 940 6653
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