Within an hour of your call, our team can be on site anywhere in San Diego County to assess the extent of the flood and water damage. They come prepared to start working right away!
Like you, we prefer to save your contents after a flood, rather than replace them, especially your treasured, sentimental items.
In a recent study conducted by a major insurance carrier, our company was cited as saving over 72% of contents involved in water damage claims. This means significant cost savings for the insurance carrier and peace of mind for you as the property owner, knowing that extra care is being given to your prized possessions.
ServiceMASTER Absolute in San Diego was also cited for excellence in water damage service by a large, independent insurance carrier: “In just a few months, the average closing time on property damage claims has been reduced from about 25-30 days to 7-12 days, depending on the claim”, a spokesperson said about us.
We’ve ”significantly collapsed the cycle time and improved customer service,” helping families and businesses recover from flood damage since 1987.
Water Damage Do’s
- Wipe your furniture dry.
- Lift draperies off the carpet.
- Move photos, paintings to a dry location.
- Remove as much water as possible by mopping or blotting.
- Place aluminum foil under furniture legs to prevent carpet stains.
- Open furniture drawers, closet doors, luggage, etc. to dry.
Water Damage Don’ts
- Do not use an ordinary an household vacuum to remove water.
- Do not use electrical appliances while on wet carpet.
- Do not go in to rooms with standing water, if electricity is still on.
- Do not lift carpet off the tack strip, it could cause stretching or shrinkage.
- Do not delay calling for professional help. Time is of the essence and ServiceMaster Absolute Water & Fire Damage can be at your San Diego home or business to help within an hour.
“Time is the enemy when there is a property damage claim. If restoration isn’t done quickly on any claim where there is damage, the condition of the property will deteriorate and it will be more costly and time-consuming to repair,” says Mike Adams, SAFECO assistant director of property claims.
~ Safeco Claims Journal, 11/99