Can We Salvage Carpets after Flood Damage in Plainsboro?

2/22/2021 (Permalink)

Storms are known for flooding properties. SERVPRO has the team of experts you need to get your life back on track.

SERVPRO understands homeowners' worries

When dealing with a storm's after-effects, it is natural to want to know how much of your belongings you can save.

SERVPRO is here to help with flood damage in Plainsboro. Our philosophy is to save as many belongings as we can, rather than replace them. This is more cost-effective for our customers, and also makes it easier to deal with insurance companies.

Unfortunately, in many cases, it is not possible to salvage carpets after flood damage. That is because water damage has three categories:

• Clean water comes from burst pipes, overflowing tubs or sinks, or sometimes leaking appliances. It does not usually contain many contaminants.
• Gray water might contain contaminants or microorganisms. Gray water includes water from dishwashers, freezers, toilets, and fish tanks.
• Blackwater might contain toxic chemicals, bacteria, or viruses. Blackwater includes water from rivers and streams, sewage leaks, and groundwater.

Because stormwater is classified as black water, it is safer to dispose of carpets. SERVPRO is equipped to decontaminate and clear the area, and we can also oversee carpet replacement.

If you need help with flood damage, call SERVPRO of East Brunswick / Princeton Meadows at (732) 432-9800.