Woke Up to a Flooded Basement? Here’s What Riverton Homeowners Should Do Immediately
There’s nothing worse than waking up to the sound of rushing water — or walking downstairs and stepping into a flooded basement. Whether caused by heavy rainfall, a sump pump failure, or a burst pipe, acting fast is key to limiting water damage and preventing mold.
If you live in Riverton or surrounding Utah areas, here’s exactly what to do within the first 60 minutes of discovering a flooded basement.
🚨 Step 1: Turn Off Electricity (If Safe)
If there’s standing water, don’t touch anything electrical. If you can safely reach the circuit breaker without stepping into water, shut off power to the basement. If not, call your utility provider or wait for a professional.
💧 Step 2: Stop the Source of the Water
If the flooding is due to a burst pipe or appliance leak, turn off the home’s water main immediately. If it’s stormwater or groundwater, focus on keeping the water from spreading into upper levels or utility areas.
📸 Step 3: Document Everything
Take clear photos and videos of all affected areas — including floors, walls, furniture, and appliances. These images will support your insurance claim.
📞 Step 4: Call a Professional Water Damage Team
Contact Pure Flow Water Damage & Restoration right away. Our Riverton-based emergency crew is on call 24/7 and can often be on-site in under an hour.
🧰 Step 5: Don’t Attempt DIY Drying
Shop vacs and household fans may seem helpful, but they won’t dry hidden moisture inside walls, flooring, and insulation. Worse, they can spread mold spores into the air. Only professional-grade equipment can safely remove deep moisture.
⏱️ Why Speed Matters
- Within 24–48 hours: Mold can begin to grow
- After 72 hours: Damage to drywall, subfloors, and framing increases significantly
- Within 1 week: Structural damage and air quality issues become severe
🧾 Is Flood Damage Covered by Insurance?
Flooding caused by a pipe or appliance is typically covered by homeowners insurance. But groundwater or storm flooding usually requires separate flood insurance.
📍 We Serve All Areas Around Riverton
We’ve helped homeowners recover from overnight basement floods in:
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