Help for Your Flooded Basement in Your Phoenix Home

1/8/2020 (Permalink)

If you’re new to the Valley, you might be surprised to learn that we have basements in Arizona, but we do! They’re actually quite popular as they stay nice and cool in the summer, so it’s an ideal place for a guest bedroom or entertainment room during those hot summer months. Unfortunately, just like anywhere else in the country, basements can flood. When that happens, SERVPRO of Central Phoenix is here to offer help for water damage caused by a flooded basement.

How can a basement flood in Arizona?

A basement can flood at any time, although flooding most often occurs during heavy rainfall or a broken pipe.  Basements are inherently prone to flooding because they are the lowest level of a home and are typically built partly or entirely below ground level. There are many reasons why your Phoenix basement could flood, including: 

• A blocked or failed sewer lateral pipe
• Heavy rain during our monsoon season
• Overflowing pool
• Sanitary sewer backup
• Foundation drainage failure
• Water supply-line break or hot-water tank failure

What happens when a basement floods?

If flood water in your basement is not handled quickly and correctly, it can cause severe damage to your home’s structure. If your basement floods, here a few quick tips before calling SERVPRO:

• Turn off the water source causing the leak (if possible)
• Shut off any potential electrical that could come in contact with water
• Try to determine the source of the water so you can tell your SERVPRO techs when they arrive
• Wear foot protection as you wade through any flood water
• Try to move any items possible out of the flooded area (if you can do it safely)
• Don’t touch any electrical items (TVs, toasters, microwaves, etc.)

A flooded basement can impact the integrity of drywall, carpeting, beams, and more. It’s critical to get the water removed as quickly as possible to avoid damage and potential mold growth.

We are flooded basement specialists

It’s worth making a call to SERVPRO of Central Phoenix and let our trained, professional crews handle the situation safely and correctly. We have earned the trust of hundreds of homeowners, business owners, and property professionals. When it comes to water damage, here are a few facts about SERVPRO:

• We are available 24-hours/7 days per week
• We bill your insurance directly
• Our technicians are highly trained in water restoration techniques
• We use IICRC restoration standards
• We utilize advanced inspection and extraction equipment

If you experience a flooded basement in your Phoenix home, call SERVPRO of Central Phoenix immediately at (602) 386-4268. We’ll help you get your basement back to normal in no time!