Monsoon flooding hits fast and the instinct to act immediately can make things significantly worse. Running household fans, throwing out damaged materials before documentation, and assuming the floor is dry because it feels dry are the most costly mistakes Gilbert homeowners make after a flood. Here is what to do instead.

Not every water damage company that shows up fast does the job right. Before you sign anything, ask these 7 questions — about IICRC certification, equipment ownership, insurance documentation, and how they determine when the job is actually complete. The answers will tell you everything you need to know.

Water damage in Gilbert often starts silently. A musty odor near an HVAC register, a warm spot on the tile floor, a water bill that crept up without explanation. By the time a stain appears on the ceiling, the damage has usually been building for weeks. These are the 8 signs Gilbert homeowners most often miss.