Groundwater Flooding Can Occur During Seasonal Rainfall or From Rising Sea Levels and Salt Water Rivers.

11/10/2020 (Permalink)

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SERVPRO of Gaithersburg / German Town is Equipped to Secure your Home and Reduce Floodwaters Rapidly.

Gaithersburg is a thriving city in Maryland County with a growing populace of around 60,000 people. We are one of the largest cities in Maryland, alongside Frederick, Rockville, and Baltimore. Originally a small township established in 1878, we gained city status in the late sixties as urban redevelopment and businesses made their way to this corner of the United States. While our residents enjoy the opportunities afforded by our growing business district and technological innovation companies, Gaithersburg still retains much of its small-town feel with a welcoming community and a wealth of natural beauty. However, by heading into the West Side of the city, visitors can experience a thriving business and tech hub of the Kentlands community, the Lakelands, and the Washingtonian Center- colloquially known as the Rio. 

The west side of Gaithersburg is the home to some of the biggest multinational corporations in America. These have helped drive the local economy and secure a continuous regeneration of the West Side's various districts. Our list of companies includes the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) on the Bureau Dr, IBM on Frederick Avenue, and Astra Zeneca HQ. A short commute to Washington has made this city an ideal spot for many businesses worldwide, including French Multinational Sodexo. At the heart of Gaithersburg is a rich, traditional history, shopping centers-which offer some of the best Black Friday deals, and an excellent school system. Visitors often enjoy the wealth of activities that are available in Gaithersburg, including:

• The BlackRock Center for Arts is a premier performing and visual arts venue that attracts the top 1% of talent from all over the country. Located on Towns Common Drive, this venue covers music, theater, comedy, circus, exhibitions, and dance. 
• The Butler's Orchard provides various products on its 300-acre plot, which visitors can fill bags full of when visiting. The Butler family has owned and cultivated this land for three generations and sell home-made preserves as well as cider at their unique marketplace.
• The Great Seneca Stream Valley is popular among cyclists, hikers, families, and kayakers for its fulfilling trails, natural visages, and wildlife. The national park is replete with pavilion cafes, playgrounds for kids, and canoe boat rentals. 
• The Lancaster County Dutch Market on Wisteria Drive has been running strong for twenty years due to its firm commitment to providing the best local produce to residents and visitors all seasons. We celebrate holiday seasons here while a visit to the hand-made furniture section provides visitors with a unique piece of Gaithersburg to take home with them.

Learning to Kayak on Gaithersburg's Near by Potomac River

The Potomac River is the fourth largest river on the Atlantic coast spanning 405 miles through Washington and Maryland County. Close to Gaithersburg, this river offers opportunities for visitors to experience serene wildlife by taking canoes and paddle-boats or testing their skills on the white water rapids by Kayaking. The Valley Mills Kayaking Club has a rich history in training some of the world's greatest Kayakers, with the first Olympic medals awarded to our very own Kayakers. Today, they offer classes to suit all skill levels from beginners right up to experienced professionals. In nearby Rockville, the Valley Mills Club has its indoor heated pool to train you in freestyle and rolls before heading onto the river. 

• Beginner, intermediate and professional classes, are available to Kayaking enthusiasts with patient and inclusive instructors.
• There are several freestyle clinics to improve your style on the waters with private instruction options to nail your form. 
• Stand-up paddling lessons and top-sitting techniques are also trained for those who want a leisurely drift on the calmer parts of the Potomac River.

Relaxing with some of Gaithersburg's unique breweries and eateries

Gaithersburg has an agricultural history, which has made it an ideal place to brew ciders and unique beers. On East Diamond Avenue is the local legend Growlers Brew Pub which was the first to open in Maryland County. They have an award-winning selection of beers to compliment a tasty traditional pub menu. In the summer months, you can while away a few hours on the outdoor heated deck bar or head into the saloon for live music and late-night serving hours. Alternatively, head over to Ellington Boulevard to sample the 90 craft beers on offer at the Old Town Pub House. This Chicago-based business has set up an outpost here in Gaithersburg and serves modern cuisine, including fried pretzels, Crab Fondue, and Duck Confit Nachos. Experiencing this ever-evolving town's flavors and culinary traditions is an essential part of living or visiting Gaithersburg this winter. 

SERVPRO of Gaithersburg / Germantown Can Provide Emergency Floodwater Extraction to Residents within Four Hours of Notification of Loss. 

Groundwater flooding can occur when underground aquifers overflow as a result of heavier rainfall or riverine rises. These events can be sudden and cause the swelling groundwater to come up through the floors of your home. In some cases, these floods can contain saltwater, damaging wood framing, and building assemblies in your home. Controlling and mitigating groundwater flooding losses often involves carefully removing the layers of a building assembly such as the carpets, subfloors, and fittings. SERVPRO technicians can help to dry these areas of the home quickly and mitigate potential losses. 

• Our technicians can adapt drying equipment like air-movers to provide warm air circulation on both the upper and lower layers of a building assembly to speed up drying times. 
• Using a combination of hygrometers, moisture meters, probes, and infrared imaging cameras, our technicians can uncover hidden moisture pockets and rectify them before they cause lasting damage.
• Using proven techniques, we can return semi-porous materials like lumber or hardwood to their natural equilibrium moisture content, preventing permanent warping or buckling.

If your home begins to flood due to rising groundwater levels, contact SERVPRO of Gaithersburg / Germantown at (301) 963-8474.