Emergency Flood Cleaning
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Our teams are fully qualified and equipped to deal with a flood clean of any size.
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Our teams can attend your property same day, 24/7.
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We have teams across the UK, ready to responed 24/7.
Emergency Flood Damage Cleanup
Emergency Clean UK provides a rapid response flood damage clean up service. Our flood restoration technicians can attend within hours of your call.
Our flood damage cleaning service offers the following:
Water extraction of flood water
Removal of water damaged items
Disinfection to restore a safe environment
Disinfection of contents that can be salvaged
If you are experiencing a flood in your home or work place, call us now on 0333 772 2130 for an instant quote.
Contact Us:
Email: info@emergencycleanuk.co.uk
Telephone: 0333 772 2130
Emergency Mobile No: 07761149087
How to limit flood damage
Safety Precautions
Turn off your power - if it is safe to do so, turn off your electricity in the affected area. This will help prevent electrical and fire hazards.
Any rooms with standing water - do not touch electrical switches.
Move and Protect Personal Items
Move valuable personal items to high level areas. Move soft furnishings as recovering these items once soaked is difficult.
Contamination Risk
If floodwater is black, do not make contact with the water. Seal off the affected room if possible to prevent cross contamination. Call a professional flood damage restoration company.
Document Damage
If safe to do so, take photos of each affected room. This will be useful for your insurance.
This will also allow us to tailor a specific flood restoration quote to your needs.
Contact Us:
Email: info@emergencycleanuk.co.uk
Telephone: 0333 772 2130
Emergency Mobile No: 07761149087
The Importance of Professional Flood Damage Clean Up
Structural damage following a flood
Floods can pose significant dangers within your home. It can lead to structural damage, such as weakening the foundation and walls of your property.
Removing standing flood water immediately is crucial to minimising damage.
Decontamination after flooding
Floodwaters often carry contaminants and sewage. This creates a health hazard as they contaminate your living space.
Damage personal items following a flood
Additionally, floods can ruin personal belongings and cherished possessions, leading to emotional distress.
Mould growth from flood water
The risk of mould growth in your property after a flood is extremely high.
Mould is hazardous to an individuals health and wellbeing.
Prolonged exposure to mould can cause a variety of illness. For those with compromised immune systems, it can lead to serious illness.
Professional decontamination is crucial after standing water has been removed.
Emergency Clean UK will decontaminate surfaces using the appropriate chemical to restore a safe environment. We will also tackle airborne bacteria using methods such as ULV fogging.
The Different Types of Flood Water
Understanding the Types of Floodwater: White, Grey, and Black Water
When you have a flood in your home, understanding the different types of flood water is crucial. This will allow us to tailor a specific quote for your flood damage clean up.
Floodwater can be into three main categories:
White Water
Grey Water
Black Water
White Floodwater (Clean Water)
White water comes from uncontaminated sources: rain, melting snow, or an overflowing river.
This water is relatively clean and poses minimal health risks.
Clean water is initially harmless. Standing white water can degrade over time and lead to mould or bacterial issues.
Grey Floodwater
Grey water has been exposed to mild contaminants. It can contain dirt, debris, and household chemicals, which may pose mild health risks. Direct contact with grey water can cause skin irritation or minor infections. If left untreated, it may become more hazardous over time.
Black Floodwater
Black water is dangerous and contaminated. It often carries harmful pathogens, chemicals, and toxins.
This water is unsafe due to its toxic nature. Black water contains sewage, chemicals, or industrial waste. This Severe health hazards, including exposure to harmful bacteria, viruses, and toxins. Direct contact can lead to serious illnesses or infections.
Emergency Flood Cleaning Related Services
Flooded Basement Clean Up
Water extraction and drying services to restore a flooded basement.
Flooded Carpet Drying Service
Water extraction from damp or flooded carpets.
Flood Restoration Cleaning
Water extraction, drying and sanitisation to restore a property following a flood.
Water Extraction & Removal Service
Emergency response to extract water and sanitise surfaces.
Flood Drying Service
Drying service following a flood with the use of dehumidifiers and air movers.
Flood Damage Clean Up Service - Frequently Asked Questions:
Do you have flood cleaners near me?
Emergency Clean UK operate across the British isles.
Is ULV fogging safe?
ULV fogging is safe, as long as you do not enter the room for two hours after cleaning, and allow for good airflow.
Can you arrive anytime?
Our teams operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Is Ozone Treatment safe?
Ozone treatment is completely safe as long as you do not enter the room during the process, as it can irritate your lungs and airways. Once completed, allow for good airflow to remove any excess ozone.
How much does a flood damage clean up cost?
Flood damage clean up cost is calculated on the waste to be removed and the number of technicians required to complete the work. Out of hours calls out may affect cost.
Why is flood cleaning important?
While flooding may damage your property - it also poses a risk for your health if it is not dealt with. With the correct PPE and training, we can restore your property to a safe environment.
Areas We Cover For Flood Restoration:
North West:
Cheshire
Cumbria
Greater Manchester
Lancashire
Merseyside
West Midlands:
Herefordshire
Shropshire
Staffordshire
Warwickshire
West Midlands
Worcestershire
South West:
Bristol
Cornwall
Devon
Dorset
Gloucestershire
Somerset
Wiltshire
North East:
County Durham
Northumberland
Tyne and Wear
East Midlands:
Derbyshire
Leicestershire
Lincolnshire
Northamptonshire
Nottinghamshire
Rutland
South East:
Berkshire
Buckinghamshire
East Sussex
Hampshire
Isle of Wight
Kent
Oxfordshire
Surrey
West Sussex
Yorkshire and the Humber:
East Riding of Yorkshire
North Yorkshire
South Yorkshire
West Yorkshire
East of England:
Bedfordshire
Cambridgeshire
Essex
Hertfordshire
Norfolk
Suffolk
London
Barking and Dagenham
Barnet
Bexley
Brent
Bromley
Camden
Croydon
Ealing
Enfield
Greenwich
Hackney
Hammersmith and Fulham
Haringey
Harrow
Havering
Hillingdon
Hounslow
Islington
Kensington and Chelsea
Kingston upon Thames
Lambeth
Lewisham
Merton
Newham
Redbridge
Richmond upon Thames
Southwark
Sutton
Tower Hamlets
Waltham Forest
Wandsworth
Westminster
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