Personally, when I hear the word “flood,” I picture an overflowing river or a heavy rainstorm that causes a flash flood. They are common enough. All it takes is one big rainstorm for water to build up and enter your home. You are most affected by these floods if you have a basement. These aren’t […]
Mops and Brooms and Water Oh My! (How to Call For Professional Cleanup) When you were a kid, did you love Mickey Mouse? I did. One of my all time favorite stories is that of the Sorcerers Apprentice. In this Walt Disney classic version, a sorcerer takes Mickey Mouse on as an apprentice. He teaches […]
Flooding is a serious problem thousands of homeowners encounter each year. Taking on the mess and devastation left in the wake of a flood can be an intimidating process. To help you be prepared to deal with a flood if it ever happens to you, below is a simple guide for what you should do […]
There are a lot of things that need taken care of following a house flood in your Layton establishment, and it can be completely overwhelming when trying to decide how to respond. We at Swift Restoration provided a list to help you respond quickly, keep water damage to a minimum, and make the cleanup and […]
In the blink of an eye, your day can be completely changed. Flooding often comes suddenly. Your life is quickly changed by the new stress of needing to clean up after flood damage. You may not know where to begin, but there is no reason to panic. As quickly as the flood occurred, professionals like […]
Much of Utah is located in a desert climate. However, when it does rain, often the terrain contributes to flooding. Here in Utah, we can experience some of the most unusual types of floods in the United States: Alluvial Fan Flooding In semi-arid mountain environments with a lot of sediment, “alluvial fans” can develop at […]
If you have ever had a flood in your home, your first reaction is probably to try and fix the problem. You’ll likely go looking for the source of the flood, or jump in trying to save your belongings from being ruined. However, you should look and think critically before you leap to handle your […]
Hopefully the term “flooded basement” doesn’t trigger PTSD, because basement flooding in the Layton area is not a rare occurrence. With the onslaught of summer rains, the likelihood that your basement may flood increases. In order to prevent a potential mishap, we’ve compiled a list of reliable tips and tricks to ensure your basement remains […]
After the cleanup of the standing water, the professionals at Swift Restoration and Remodeling in Layton will then call for everything to be dried completely. If the professionals find belongings that can be salvaged, those items will be set aside, so they can be cleaned, disinfected, and dried thoroughly. If personal belongings are not salvageable, […]
Flood damage can have devastating effects on any home or business. Water damaged property can be the result of natural disasters, plumbing leaks, faulty appliances, damaged building exterior (roofing, siding, foundation, etc.), or neglect. If left alone, a home or business damaged by water can develop serious structural weaknesses and health-threatening hazards. Telltale Signs of […]