Flood & Water Damage

Whether your water damage or flood problem is from

• a water main break
• a leaking roof,
• plumbing emergency or
• natural water disaster

the CSM Construction Team will be waiting for your call!

Did you know that there’s an actual science behind flood and water restoration?

There’s more involved than simply opening doors and windows and removing soaked rugs to avoid the “M” word. . .

Thanks to the scientific advancements in applied structural drying techniques, this entire process is much more efficient.

Immediately upon contacting CSM Construction for your Flood and Water Damage we will:

1. Assess the Damage
We immediately determine what type of water has caused the damage as it will determine how CSM Construction attacks the water damage emergency. Moisture meters and infrared cameras.

2. Extract and Dry Immediately
The EPA advises that you begin restoration of Water Damage within 24-48 hours to prevent mold growth. CSM uses high-powered water extraction equipment combined with industrial strength Air Movers and Dehumidifiers to ensure fast and efficient drying. Timely intervention of our mitigation services will keep contamination to an absolute minimum.

3. Odor Removal
Even clean tap water when left standing will begin to generate unpleasant odors after just a few hours. Using advanced thermo-foggers and EPA approved botanically based disinfectants, CSM will neutralize particles. The penetrating fog reaches into cracks and voids touched by water and moisture and leaves them fresh and odor free.

4. Mold Remediation if Needed
If any sign of mold is detected, CSM begins a four-step process to eradicate mold growth on surfaces and in the air. First we seal off the contaminated area and establish Negative Air pressure. Second we remove the affected materials, such as moldy drywall and particleboard, or employ the dry and sand method for wood studs and framing. Third, we provide a Hepa Vac treatment to remove all unseen bacteria and settled spores from furniture and household items, and in crawl spaces and HVAC systems. Lastly, every surface is disinfected with negative ion technology to remove minute airborne particles.

5. We Always Work Non Stop as Our Customer’s Advocate.
CSM Construction has earned a reputation for fairness and attention to detail with most major insurance carriers your covered claim will be resolved fairly, accurately and as quickly as possible.

CSM Construction maintains leadership with Water and Flood Damage Clean Up by
sharing valuable eduation. . .

Do you have the flooded basement blues? Due to their nature, being underground structures, basements are prone to water damage.

Prevention of water build up in the surrounding soil always the best medicine, especially when it comes to your home.

CSM Construction can evaluate your basement waterproofing  and hydrostatic pressure of basement concrete walls.
This is pressure caused by water in the soil which could include the water table, rain runoff flowing toward your home underground, or even your home’s own gutter system.  Other prevention steps include fixing leaks, ensuring proper drainage, and installing a sump pump.  Sump pumps are increasingly being used as a preventative tool for basement water and flood damage.

Few more tips on What To Do:

• Turn off circuit breakers powering flooded areas
• Unplug any small appliances or electrical devices
• If you have respiratory problems, make plans to leave the house immediately
• If a camera is handy take pictures of the damage in progress
• Remove and secure fragile and valuable items

What Not To Do:

• Enter any area with standing water
• Vacuum anything
• Walk on wet surfaces if possible
• Try to dry carpeting
• Turn on A/C or heating as it could spread contamination
• Go on the roof or cut any dry wall

What if it’s too late and your home is already flooded? Help is just a phone call away!
Let us help you dry out your basement and take care of any related mold issues.

No matter what water and flood damage you have in the St Louis area, a CSM Construction member is ready to help.