Steps to Take Immediately After Storm Damage
Storm damage can occur at any time and can cause an immense amount of harm to your home. Heavy rains can cause flooding and powerful winds can cause roof damage and downed trees on your property. Some post-storm damage can create safety and health hazards. Having a strategy to deal with damage will help you to be ready to take steps immediately after the storm.
Safety Precautions During Storms:
Be aware of potential hazards from heavy winds and rain, such as:
- Collapsed roofing materials.
- Damaged windows.
- Fallen walls.
- Standing water in basements or interiors.
Recognize that moisture can penetrate:
- Furniture.
- Carpeting.
- Building structures.
Understand moisture leads to mold growth, posing health risks.
If gas is smelled, immediately shut off the main gas line to avoid leaks.
Be cautious of:
- Broken glass.
- Exposed nails.
- Sharp objects around the property.
Engage a reputable property restoration company to:
- Secure the property.
- Ensure safety for usage.
Consider temporary housing for your family if the property is unsafe, until restoration is complete.
If it is safe to move around your property, use your cellphone or a camera to photograph the damage so that you will have a record for your insurance company. This action will ensure that you are fully compensated.
Contact Your Insurance Company
Contact your insurance agent to notify them about the damage to your home immediately. The company will send out an adjuster to determine the extent of the damage. Therefore, this way you know what the payment for repairs will be.
Look Into Federal Disaster Assistance
For instance, the federal government may have declared the area affected by the storm as a disaster area that is eligible for low-cost loans to help restore your property to normal. You will be required to file documents to receive these loans.
When a storm-related disaster strikes, it may seem overwhelming, but these steps can help you to begin the process of restoring your home, and your life, to normal.
In conclusion, at NWA Restore It, Inc., we provide 24-hour emergency disaster service. Most importantly, we specialize in the stabilization and restoration of homes and businesses that have suffered small or large loss from water, flood, wind, storm, fire damage, and smoke disaster.