Shut off the water source if you can assess it safely.
Call SCU Services. Our 24/7 rapid response team will dispatch certified technicians immediately to assess, extract water, and begin stabilization.
In most cases, sudden and accidental water damage (like burst pipes or appliance failures) is covered by standard homeowners policies.
Our team works directly with insurance carriers, provides detailed documentation, and helps guide you through the claims process to reduce stress and minimize out-of-pocket costs.
Water extraction begins the same day we arrive.
Drying typically takes 2–5 days depending on the severity, materials affected, and moisture levels. We use professional drying equipment and daily moisture monitoring to ensure your property is properly stabilized before repairs begin.
Once moisture levels are stabilized, we move into repair and restoration. That may include drywall replacement, flooring repair, odor removal, and full rebuild services if necessary.
The only way to confirm mold is through professional inspection and, if needed, testing. However, common warning signs include:
If you suspect mold, early evaluation is critical.
Mold can begin developing within 24–48 hours after moisture exposure. Once established, it can spread rapidly — often colonizing within days. The longer moisture remains, the more extensive (and expensive) the damage becomes.
Prompt remediation helps prevent structural damage and health concerns.
Coverage depends on the cause but most home owners insurance have a limit on Mold Coverage.
Mold resulting from a sudden and accidental event (such as a burst pipe or storm damage) is often covered under standard policies.
Mold caused by long-term leaks, neglect, or flooding not covered by your policy may result in out-of-pocket costs.
Our team works directly with insurance carriers and provides detailed documentation to support your claim.
Certain types of mold can impact indoor air quality and aggravate respiratory conditions. Even non-toxic mold can cause structural damage if left untreated. Professional remediation ensures safe removal and proper containment.
The first step is to give us a call at (866) 614-1638 or email us at [email protected]
Our trained staff will gather the details, walk you through the process, and deploy a team based on immediate needs.
We will do all that we can to give you accurate information overlapped with great care for your situation.
Federal regulation states that no employee(s) can remediate biohazard without first:
Costs can vary job to job due to the scope of work. Costs can be paid out of pocket or through appropriate insurance.
Regardless of method, we will not start any job until you are comfortable with the work being performed. You are in control, not us, and we want to respect that.
Regarding the specifics of the costs, most of them can be summarized in 3 categories: Safety, Remediation, and Odor Control.
Safety would include the appropriate PPE to keep our employees safe. Safety would also include the expertise and training of the staff to be able to navigate the dangers of biohazard.
Remediation is any of the disposal or the cleaning of biohazard of material. We follow and abide by the regulations and standards set in this industry so that we can provide quality service. Using the best chemicals to disinfect, clean, and sanitize the affected area.
A nasty odor is the effect of a decomposing body or bloodborne pathogens and is magnified by the duration the material has been untreated. There is such a thing as “the smell of death” and it attracts insects from over a mile away. We have top of the line industry equipment to do everything we can to eliminate the odor.
There are many benefits for trusting a professional remediation company. I can’t speak for them all but I can speak for us.
First, we have high integrity and standards in all our work performed both on the job and in our company. We truly care about our customers and the grief they may be experiencing. Care, sympathy, and discretion are the utmost priorities as we are trusted with a tragedy.
Second, did you know that there are regulations and standards for biohazard work being performed? If OSHA requires strict guidelines for training and safety when doing this work, why put yourself in that position. Don’t leave yourself or others in danger or a potential lawsuit if remediation is not performed correctly.
And lastly, we have served numerous clients that can speak of our professionalism, our quality of work, and the customer service they have received from working with us.
We have a goal to round up our team to emergencies in less than 2 hours from the initial call and drive time. If the request is not an emergency, we can agree on a time and day for remediation or service.
We will start the job when you are comfortable with the work that will be performed and a deductible has been made.
YES! We work with most major insurances in covering a death or remediation of biohazard.
We have found that most people feel responsible for cleaning and are unaware that insurance does cover biohazard work. We are more than willing to educate and start the process on your behalf with insurance.
First, Thank you for ALL you do! You are some of our heroes. We want to make sure we do everything possible to make sure you get the best remediation possible and that money is not a problem.
We take cash, check, or credit cards.
Checks are made out to SCU Services be made out and given to the supervisor on site.
Any cash given will be followed up with a receipt of the transaction.
Credit Cards can be accepted but we will add 3% to the payment to break even on the service charge.
Contact us and we will get your question answered right away!
