The Mess Storm Damage Leaves Behind

Storms can bring many problems—some you can resolve right away, while others may have lasting effects. If mold develops or contaminated areas are left unaddressed, your home can become hazardous. Other problems include debris buildup and damage to utilities like the HVAC system, which limits the comfort and convenience you’re used to.

Since storm damage usually happens suddenly, remediation focuses on stopping further deterioration and limiting long-term damage after an incident. The process often includes extensive steps like tearing out walls or ceilings. However, cleaning is just as critical because it solves a range of problems. A thorough cleanup removes visible messes like mud or debris from mold colonies and also takes care of what you can’t see—like contaminants and odors.

Smart Cleanup Tactics That Tackle Storm Damage Head-On

  • Vacuum extraction and HEPA vacuuming

  • Disinfection

  • Deep drying

  • Deodorizing

Getting rid of the water dumped by the storm should be a top priority because many materials break down the longer water stays inside. It can also create additional problems like high humidity and odors as bacteria and other microbes multiply. You’re in good hands when our AdvantaClean team handles the cleanup—we bring all kinds of vacuum extraction equipment, including portable units, truck-mounted extractors, and shop vacs, to tackle varying levels of water.

Removing unwanted materials is another essential part of the cleanup. Depending on how the storm played out, these materials might include broken glass, mud, or waterlogged drywall and insulation. Our professionals assess these structural materials either physically or using specialized tools like moisture meters to figure out what needs to go. Once we remove the damaged materials, cleaning becomes much easier.

Combining Physical and Chemical Methods Boosts Cleanup Effectiveness

Stormwater often carries raw sewage and chemicals, so cleaning the affected areas takes serious effort. At AdvantaClean of Kennesaw, we understand the importance of this step, which is why we use multiple methods to deal with contamination. We apply chemicals, including standard cleaners and broad-spectrum disinfectants, to help break down grime or biofilm on surfaces before giving them a deep scrub.

Key Surface Agitation Tools

  • Counter-rotating brushes

  • Floor buffers

  • Manual scrubbers like brushes and pads

  • Pressure washers

For structural areas contaminated with mold, using cleaning methods that add moisture would only make things worse. Depending on where the colonies are located, our AdvantaClean pros may use HEPA vacuuming the area to remove loose particles or blast-clean the surface using dry ice or baking soda to strip away heavy buildup.

Odor Control

Even after removing all the debris and decayed material, unpleasant odors can linger—either from leftover contaminants or the cleaning agents themselves. Deodorizing the property wraps up the process. Lingering smells can be handled in several ways, including fogging deodorizers throughout the space or running ozone generators.

At AdvantaClean of Kennesaw, we see storm damage cleanup as a critical step in restoring your home after a disaster. We bring in the right tools and expertise to do it. Call us at (470) 887-9171.

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