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One of the very most common ills of home ownership everywhere is water damage. It’s the name of the game; anywhere that you have a structure that has water running through it to help it (and the people who live inside) to function and live normal lives, you have danger of water escaping the framework designed to hold it back and damaging your Long Beach Island home. In addition, natural disasters or eroding of roofs or walls can cause water that exists outside of your home to find its way in and do the same thing. So, what are some of the worst effects that potentially can occur as a result of a water damage emergency? Here’s a small list of a few common ones: Water Damage Cleanup in Long Beach Island Black Water Contamination. The water that finds itself in your home where it is not supposed to be, can come from various sources. Experts have categorized water into three categories: clean water,gray water, and black water, based on how dirty the water is. If the water comes from ...

Taking swift action can significantly reduce the effects of water damage in your Long Beach home. Whether the damage is due to flooding, leaking pipes, sewer backup, appliance malfunction, or severe storms, it is important to have a plan of action and know how to respond. Stretch Cleaning & Restoration wants to help our neighbours in Long Beach have an adequate response plan in place to help make the clean up process quicker and more effective. Here is what you should do if you experience water damage in your home: Avoid Any Additional Risks Associated With Water Damage If the damage was extensive enough for you to have to evacuate your home, do not re-enter until it has been deemed safe – especially if there is any visible structural damage. Be sure that all power to your home and electrical sources has been turned off before entering a water-damaged area. Water and electricity do not mix, so be sure that you do not risk electrical shock and keep the power off until the area ...