The hardest hit areas in Texas are still reeling from the devastating effects of record rainfall and flooding. The immediate dangers of rising flood waters have been replaced by the dangers of what may be lurking in the water. Sewage, hazardous chemicals, animal carcasses all carry Disease Causing Bacteria. Flood water cleanup must be approached with extreme caution. KRI is a trusted name in TX Water Damage Remediation Services. Our technicians are highly trained and equipped to handle sewage cleanup in an efficient and safe way.
Dangers of Contact with Floodwater
According to OSHA, floodwaters pose an incredible health threat. Floodwaters often contain disease causing bacteria and other infectious organisms. It is wise to always assume that the water is unsafe unless local authorities have declared it to be safe.
The following Waterborne Diseases may potentially be present in Texas Floodwaters:
- Salmonella
- coli
- Hepatitis A virus
- Shigella
- Typhoid
- Tetanus
Symptoms experienced by victims of Waterborne Diseases include:
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Muscle aches
- Fever
- Nausea
- Abdominal cramps
- Headaches
- Severe muscle spasms
Flood Water Cleanup Experts
Professional Water Damage Remediation companies understand the health
risks associated with cleaning up after a flood and therefore follow strict safety guidelines. KRI technicians use professional grade cleaning products, personal safety gear and the latest equipment to restore flood ravaged homes, businesses and public properties to safe, habitable environments.
Removal of Contaminated Materials
Removal of the flood water is only one step in the Flood Water Clean Up Process. Any items that have had prolonged contact with water that is potentially contaminated with Sewage, Hazardous Chemicals, Animal Feces or Bacteria must be sterilized or disposed of properly. Technicians from KRI are certified to cleanup hazardous materials as well as sewage cleanup. In many areas of Texas where flooding depths reached several feet. Drywalls, carpeting, furnishings and subfloors could have been irreparably damaged.
Water Damage Remediation Specialists TX
Contact KRI Crime Scene Cleanup if your property has been damaged by flooding. We are Water Damage Remediation Specialists who are ready and able to professionally restore flood damaged Texas homes, commercial properties, schools, and any structures needing Flood Water Cleanup. For many residents our services are covered by insurance. Consult with your individual insurance agent regarding coverage of sewage cleanup or floodwater cleanup.
If you are in the Texas area, contact KRI for Professional Flood Water Cleanup Services at 1-888-382-2930, info@kricsc.com or fill out our service inquiry form on our contact page.