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Flood Damage
Water is one of the most destructive forces around and flood related damage comes in many forms.
What We Evaluate
Full-scope flood damage evaluations
Water is one of the most destructive forces around and as a result flood and flooding related damage comes in many forms. Finding the full extent and cause of damage is of the utmost importance when trying to evaluate a property that has been affected by flooding. We find it, make recommendations on how to fix it – and offer tips for preventative measures.
- Poor grading or grade design
- Compacted or dry soils
- Impermeable rock or saturated soils
- Steep grades causing runoff
- Melting of built up snow
- Saturating periods of rain
- Heavy or unusual rainfall
Extent of Flood Damage
Assessing the full impact of water damage
The full extent of damage from flooding can be difficult to assess as by its very nature water will penetrate through any gap. Floods can even cause significant structural damage when a property seems to have missed the runoff as a rising water table changes the soil properties underneath a structure.
- Roof damage from ponding water or overload
- Damage to interior finishes from water contact
- Foundation damage from changing soils
- Damage or warping of wood finishes and flooring
- Wood rot or damage to affected wood members
- Flooding related fires
- Contamination of soil or groundwater
Hidden Flood Damages
Uncovering what water leaves behind
Our extensive experience in evaluating flood and flooding related damage is a significant asset for evaluating the full extent of damage. With over 35 years looking at all types of structures, we have seen it all. Our objective is to give you the scientifically defensible facts you need to understand the full picture of what is damaged, when it was damaged and how it happened.
- Mold from changes in humidity and moisture
- Damage to electrical and mechanical systems
- Structural damage from changing soil properties
- Damage to interior finishes
- Damage to roof structures from ponding or overloading
- Hidden damage to HVAC systems
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