Dealing With Water Damage After a Storm

In the aftermath of a storm, it’s pretty common to feel overwhelmed as a homeowner. Experiencing damage to your home can make you feel like you don’t know where to begin with water damage restoration.

Luckily, dealing with water damage isn’t something that you have to take on by yourself.

If you’re in need of remediation, you may want to reach out to an experienced emergency plumbing contractor to get on the road to restoration!

Protect Yourself and Your Family

The first thing you’ll want to do before anything else is turn the power off, particularly if the water damage cleanup is extensive.

However, think again if you can’t safely access the power when dealing with water leaks. It’s not worth the risk and it’s better to contact a professional instead.

If you are comfortable wading into the water once the electricity is off, be sure to wear protective clothing. The water may look clean but it can contain pathogens and bacteria that can be very harmful.

Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Water Damage?

The first thing to do after severe weather occurs is pull out a copy of your homeowners insurance.

Wind damage might be covered but sudden, accidental damage like a flood often isn’t. Review your manufacturer and roofing contractor warranty to see what’s covered.

Once you have an idea, contact your insurance provider as soon as possible. What kind of damage they cover will diminish over time so it’s important not to put it off!

Salvage What You Can

Unfortunately, you won’t be able to salvage everything when it comes to water damage.

But, for the items you can, remove them from the affected area and let them dry out. For any irredeemable damage, be sure to take pictures for your insurance claim.

While some furniture can be dried out, flooring, drywall and insulation may need to be removed to prevent the development of mold. That’s why it’s important to act fast so you can salvage as much as possible!

Hire an Experienced Contractor  

Even the most experienced homeowner might want to rely on a water damage company. Especially if it’s Category 3 water damage!

But before picking a contractor, it’s important to do a little bit of research. You’ll want the contractor you choose to be experienced so they can repair water damage without a hitch.

Before committing to the work, get a quote on paper that can act as your insurance. In the event that something goes wrong, you’ll have the backup you need!

Conclusion

Water damage repair is not the kind of thing you want to sit on. In fact, restoration should begin within 24-48 hours of the event to ensure no further damage is incurred!

Fortunately, by being aware of what your homeowner’s insurance covers and acting fast, your home can be back to normal in no time. The right contractor will be able to mitigate the worst of the damage so you can get back to daily life.

If you’re in need of an experienced team that can deal with water damage cleanup, be sure to contact Plumbing Squad at (866) 324-9553 or reach us on our website.

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