Flood Damage Cleanup Chicago, IL

• Turn off the main water, gas, and electricity supply if it’s safe. Contact an electrician if necessary.
• Increase air circulation by opening cabinet and closet doors. Use fans if it’s safe to do so.
• Wear protective gear, including rubber boots, gloves, goggles, and a respirator mask.
• Contact a certified restoration company like ServiceMaster by Zaba for professional help with extraction, mitigation, and mold removal.
• Remove area rugs and other floor coverings. Consult with professionals about cleaning or replacing carpets.
• Move important documents and valuables to a dry location if possible. Ask about pack-out and storage services.
• Dispose of any packaged food contaminated by floodwater, including canned goods.

Flood water can bring several serious hazards, including:

• Downed power lines and damaged electrical components
• Gas leaks from broken gas mains or home gas lines
• Electrical shorts and extinguished pilot lights in HVAC systems
• Contaminated water supply with biological waste and bacteria
• Structural damage to walls, floors, and ceilings
• Encounters with pests like rodents, snakes, and stinging insects

• Don’t use open flames like candles or gas lanterns.
• Avoid turning on overhead lights or fans if ceilings are wet.
• Don’t operate electrical equipment if the floors are wet.
• Avoid going into a flooded basement.
• Never wade or swim through floodwaters.

Flood-damaged homes, condos, apartments, high-rises, hospitality properties, health care facilities, churches, schools and more can all benefit from such restoration service.

Typically, no. You need to purchase separate flood insurance. Speak to your insurance agent for more information.