Storm Damage Restoration: Important Steps to Take After the Storm Has Passed

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Introduction

• Regardless of the type of damage your property is
  facing, time is of the essence. Thats why its
  important to quickly request professional storm
  damage restoration services. The quicker the
  mitigation and restoration process can start, the
  quicker your family can get back into your home.
• Here are some key steps to take right after a
  storm passes. These tips will help move the
  restoration process along, and keep both you and
  your family safe. Keep reading to learn what you
  need to do in the wake of a major storm. 

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Safety First

• Severe storms can leave behind broken glass,
  damaged roofs and other hazards. The first
  priority following a storm is ensuring the safety
  of you and those in your community.
• Its natural that your first instinct would be to
  examine your property so as to assess the damage.
  While this is often a critical step, there are
  some precautions you ought to take.
  First, confirm theres no threat of
  electrocution. this is often more likely if
  flooding occurred and downed power lines
  are accessible . If this is often the case, stand
  back from your home until the facility is cut.
• If you are feeling the roof on your property is
  unstable, evacuate everyone until professionals
  can inspect the structure. Youll also want to
  observe out for things like nails, sharp debris
  and glass. If you smell gas in your property
  after a storm, notify the gas service directly and
  obtain out.

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Secure Your Property

• Once youve taken the right safety precautions,
  you would like to secure your property from
  further damage. After a severe storm, you'll have
  broken windows, heavy leaks and flooding. Doing
  what you'll to assist secure your ownership away
  might make the storm damage restoration process
  quicker and easier.
• Board up any windows that are still letting water
  in. you'll also want to get rid of any valuable
  possessions that are in danger of sustaining
  damage. Standing water can cause serious problems
  and render your property unlivable. additionally
  , water intrusion may cause mold growth, which
  may be harmful to the health of occupants.
  Quickly removing the maximum amount water from
  your property as possible can help prevent mold
  growth from occurring.
• If securing your property from further damage
  presents an awesome challenge, you'll want to
  succeed in bent the emergency restoration
  professionals for help.

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Document All Damage For Insurance

• Once most are safe and your property is secure,
  its time to assess the damage. this will be an
  emotional process, but is important when filing
  an claim .
• It is crucial that you simply are as thorough as
  possible when documenting. Youll got to take
  photos both inside and out. confirm your
  pictures are very detailed. If major appliances
  or furniture are damaged, take pictures of the
  damage, also as any manufacturer
  identifiers. this may help determine the
  replacement value. Youll eventually got
  to organize the photos by room. this may make the
  claims process much easier.

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• Carefully inspecting the surface of your
  property is extremely important also . Take some
  time , as damage can sometimes go
  unnoticed initially . search for damage to
  siding, roof shingles and window frames. you
  ought to also check the outdoor HVAC unit for any
  damage.
• Although the documentation process could
  seem sort of a hassle right after a storm has
  passed, it's critical if you would like to
  recoup the proper amount for your losses.

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Find Experienced Storm Damage Restoration Services

• Its now time to hire trusted storm damage
  restoration company to tackle the damages and
  obtain your property back to normal. Its
  important that you simply work with a business
  with a solid local reputation. you ought
  to confirm the organization you hire has
  extensive experience handling the kinds of
  damages that have occurred to your property.
• If a serious storm has damaged many properties in
  your area, be wary of scams. Some fraudulent
  contractors feed on victims of storms,
  overcharging for sub-par services. Instead,
  take some time and find an experienced
  professional which will restore your property
  from top to bottom. inspect a companys diary befo
  re you hire them to make sure they
  supply high-quality craftsmanship.

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Take These Steps to Get Back on Your Feet Fast

• Whether its a home or business, your property is
  your livelihood. After youve been through a
  severe storm, its important you're taking the
  steps discussed above so as to recover as quickly
  as possible.
• Working with experienced storm damage restoration
  provider will allow your property to return to
  its pre-loss condition sooner instead of later.
• Carolina Water Damage Restoration of Charlotte is
  here for emergency storm damage repair, but we
  also provide non-emergency, after-the-fact, storm
  damage repair. We are there for our customers
  24/7 and are IICRC certified, so you know you are
  in good hands. 

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Contact Us
3815 Willow Green PlCharlotte, NC 28206
980-308-2847
info_at_carolinawaterdamage.com