Recommendations for Cleaning out a House Or Business Following a Flood

The following is provided as a public service by the Southwest Georgia Chapter of the American Institute of Architects.

Time is the key factor in the extent of damage done to elements of the structure. If the water has been in the structure more than a few hours, the damage and amount of material that will need to be removed will be extensive. In this case, items such as gypsum board on the walls and ceilings and insulation under the floor, within the walls and above ceilings become damaged beyond repair and must be removed to minimize further damage to the overall structure. Read more