Being prepared for a hurricane is only part of the equation. No matter how much you try to secure your home, there is the possibility that you’ll experience hurricane-related damage. In today’s blog, we’ll focus on the steps you should take to restore your home in the aftermath of hurricane damage.
Hurricane Damage Step #1: Wait for the Water to Recede and Remove the Rest
Before the hurricane remediation process can begin, it’s key that your home is safe to access. Whenever possible, it’s best to wait for the water to recede from the area around your home. It’s likely that there will still be some water inside. You will want to find quick and effective ways to remove it. In most cases, it’s best to hire a hurricane damage remediation company. Extreme Carpet Care & Restoration are the professionals to undertake this step and others.
Step #2: Get Your Home Completely Dry
Once the water is gone, it’s essential to get your home completely dry. Even a small amount of moisture can cause significant structural or mold damage. Hiring a professional team to assist is best. They will have access to the best products, such as commercial grade HVAC dryers, dehumidifiers, and the best cleaners on the market. Don’t take a risk by getting it halfway dry. That can only lead to worse damage down the line.
Hurricane Damage Tip #3: Have a Professional Damage Inspection
When the drying process is finished, a professional damage inspector should walk through your home. If you can be present, it’s a good idea to attend. However, if you are unable or it’s unsafe, these professionals can take pictures of the damage for you to review. These photos can be helpful as you navigate the challenging insurance claim process. Providing images to your insurer can even speed up the claim process to get the work started.
Tip #4: Remove Damaged Items and Continue the Restoration Process
Once the inspection has been completed, your contractor will prepare an estimate and a restoration plan. When meeting with them, it’s important to ask questions and determine what will work best for you and your situation. Once you have agreed on a plan, the restoration process can continue to completion. Depending on the level of damage to items in your home, you will be required to remove some to storage and dispose of others. At the end of the process, the goal is for you to return to a safe, comfortable, remediated home.
Hiring an IIRC-certified professional like Extreme Carpet Care & Restoration is the easiest way to have your home repaired completely and totally, the first time. For more information on our restoration services, contact us today!.
