Step 2- Create a Plan of Action Once the thorough survey and inspection is completed, a water damage restoration team will work with you to create a response plan. The team should go over all the damage uncovered in the inspection and give you all options regarding repairing the damage. Some repairs may be optional, but…
Create a Home Inventory: A home inventory provides an account of what you own and it’s value to determine the right amount of insurance coverage. In the event of damage, you will be able to provide the insurance company a list of what has been lost. Making a home inventory can be as simple as writing or typing up a…
Create a Home Inventory: A home inventory provides an account of what you own and it’s value to determine the right amount of insurance coverage. In the event of damage, you will be able to provide the insurance company a list of what has been lost. Making a home inventory can be as simple as writing or typing up a…
Create a Home Inventory: A home inventory provides an account of what you own and it’s value to determine the right amount of insurance coverage. In the event of damage, you will be able to provide the insurance company a list of what has been lost. Making a home inventory can be as simple as writing or typing up a…
Pay Attention-The first and best defense in the event of severe weather is awareness. There are many options for staying up to date on developing weather situations. If flooding threatens, follow weather and news reports so you know how much danger you’re facing. Obey evacuation orders from local authorities. http://www.weather.gov — you can access forecasts and warnings…
Create a Plan– Become familiar with your community’s disaster preparedness plans and create a personal plan for your family. Identify escape routes from your home and neighborhood and designate an emergency meeting place for your family to reunite if you become separated. Also establish a contact point to communicate with concerned relatives. If you have questions…
Create a disaster kit which may include: Water, non-perishable food, battery-powered radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries, flashlight and extra batteries, first aid kit,whistle, moist towelettes,wrench or pliers to turn off utilities, cell phone with chargers Infant formula and diapers Home Inventory list-Important documents (insurance policies, certificates and bank records…
At this point everything looks like you are in the home stretch and you are getting ready to get back to normal. However, at some level it seems like you are never going to get back into your home and certainly nothing is moving fast enough. The drywall is most likely installed, doors and trim…
At this point the demo has been completed, the structure is clean and the rebuild process by the restoration company is underway. Permit inspections have been completed and approved. Maybe the damaged framing or roof decking has been replaced and the plumbing and electrical are likely in place.The HVAC system has been addressed, framing has…
The first check arrives from the mortgage company for the contractor and the restoration process is officially underway. At this point the restoration company will get the appropriate permits pulled and finalize the demolition of anything else that will be required on the home.The structure cleaning for smoke and soot will be completed and the rest of the demolition…