How Does Late Snowfall Affect Flood Damage in Falcon Heights?

3/17/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO’s crews mitigate and remediate water and wind destruction

Mixed precipitation extraction is tricky, but SERVPRO has the skills and tools to manage the unique flooding risks posed when snow, ice, and rain combine to damage property. A winters-worth of snowpack on a Falcon Heights roof is heavy, the weight increasing when rain falls. Damage to the roof and additional exterior destruction when fierce winds blow allow water to pour inside.

What Steps Do Professionals Take to Restore a Storm-Damaged Home?

Late winter ice storms in Falcon Heights bring flood damage to some homes. SERVPRO responds by:

• Securing the exterior with boards and tarps
• Assessing the safety risks within 
• Limiting hazards with controls in the workspace:
• Turning off power temporarily
• Containing affected areas to preserve undamaged spaces
• Constructing supports and considering controlled demolition to reach trapped flood waters
• Using commercial grade equipment to remove flooding and dry out moisture:
• Pumps
• Truck-mounted and portable extractors
• Air movers
• Heaters
• Dehumidifiers

Reach out day or night to SERVPRO of Northeast Minneapolis when flood damage strikes. Call us at (612) 421-2040 for assessment and emergency services.