Chicago Summer's Can Produce Heavy Rains

7/11/2017 (Permalink)

A flooded street after a micro burst of rain.

As the heat of the summer continues in the Chicago area, be ready for bursts of rain that can cause flooding.  If flooding does occur, the water is considered contaminated then you will need an expert like  SERVPRO of Oak Park-River Forest to come out and remediate the situation.  Here are some tips if flooding or other contaminated water finds its way into your home or office:

*Avoid all contact with sewage and items contaminated by sewage.  Wash you hands thoroughly after any contact.

*Do not walk through the contaminated areas, as you could spread damage to unaffected areas.

*Do not use household fans to dry the structure as air flow could spread contaminants.

*Discard any food and/or products for personal hygiene that came in contact with contaminants.

When you have a water damage due to flooding, call SERVPRO of Oak Park-River Forest immedicately, 708-483-8636.