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Challenges in Remediating Flood Damage with Cinder Block Walls in Bellevue

5/5/2022 (Permalink)

cinder blocks Persistent rain in the Northwest makes flooding a recurring issue, and Bellevue is no exception.

Persistent rain in the Northwest makes flooding a recurring issue, and Bellevue is no exception. Residents often grapple with the complexities of flood damage cleanup. Unfortunately, the process of drying can be notably affected by the building materials used in your home's wall construction.

At SERVPRO®, we recognize the unique difficulties involved in effectively remediating flood damage in Bellevue homes with cinder block walls. These walls can pose significant challenges for tasks such as biohazard remediation, basement flood cleanup, water extraction, and water damage repairs. However, our highly skilled technicians are well-versed in addressing these challenges efficiently. Some of the specific scenarios they've encountered that hinder the drying process in cinder block walls include:

  1. Aging block walls that have absorbed substantial environmental moisture over several years or even decades.
  2. Prolonged floodwater exposure leading to thorough permeation of cinder block structural elements.
  3. Blocks coated in semi-gloss or gloss paint, trapping moisture within walls and rendering standard drying techniques ineffective.
  4. Block walls filled with insulation materials like fiberglass, foam, cellulose, or vermiculite, making it difficult to maintain the necessary internal dry air circulation for moisture reduction.
  5. Walls incorporating concrete bond beams that impede or alter airflow within block cavities.

SERVPRO effectively addresses most of these issues by drilling holes in mortar joints near the base of affected walls, utilizing non-penetrating moisture meters to gauge drying completion, and subsequently patching the drilled holes.

In light of these challenges, remember to reach out to SERVPRO of Bellevue West at (425) 454-3900 when you require specialized flood damage assistance. We are always prepared to respond to your call.

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