Move Valuables–Move your valuables away from water to a dry place and locate your home inventory,preferably this is in an online format. Please keep in mind that safety is more important than valuables, only attempt to do so if it is safe.
During a water loss, it is important to always stay safe so please call one of our rē:network partners to help you during this process.
During a water loss, it is important to always stay safe so please call one of our rē:network partners to help you during this process.
Use caution–avoid any areas where electricity may come into contact with water. Step very carefully if you need to be in the house. Water can weaken structures so keep an eye out for potential falling objects.
Find the Source–If the reason for the damage is not from weather, see if you can find of the water damage safely and do your best to stop the problem.
During a water loss, it is important to always stay safe so please call one of our rē:network partners to help you during this process.
It’s better to call right away and have one of the specialists come rather than waiting for more damage to occur. Our partners can be at your home usually within an hour from when you contact them.
Contact a rē:network partner–they will help you begin the process to help you get back to normal. Many times insurance will cover these losses but it is not required that you choose their preferred vendor.
Please keep in mine, you are free to choose any restoration company and they will handle the discussions with your insurance company for you.
Nobody wants water damage to their home, but it happens very frequently. Follow these tips to prevent damage and spending thousands of dollars in repairs. If you have any questions about these please contact one of our partners.
Know where the main water shutoffs are located and how to use them in an emergency or when leaving the home for an extended period of time.
Monitor your water bill- If you see it starting to increase or one that’s suddenly high, you may have a leak.
Repair small leaks- Check refrigerators, dishwashers and other appliances before they become a problem.
Monitor the water heater-Over time they begin to rust and eventually leak. Life expectancy of a water heater is around 8-10 years.
Ensure proper water drainage- Clean your gutters. Direct downspouts 5-10’ away from the house.
Be careful where you plant–some trees and plants have invasive roots. Plan well in order to keep roots away from any water lines.
Here is a list of important documents that you will need to have replaced or restored if they have been lost or damaged. It is best to keep copies of items like this in an off-site location (safe deposit box, lawyer’s office, etc.) to make that process easier.
Contact one of our partners and allow the professionals to help you with this list.
-Animal Registrations
-Auto Titles / Registrations
-Birth Certificates / Adoption Decrees
-Citizenship Papers
-Credit & Debit Card Copies (front and back)
-Death Certificates
-Deeds & Titles
-Divorce Decrees
-Drivers Licenses
-Income Tax Records
-Insurance Policies
-Marriage Licenses
-Medical Records
-Military Discharge Papers
-Passports
-School Records/Transcripts
-Social Security Cards
-Stocks & Bonds
-Warranties
-Wills
Your home may not be safe to enter so it is best to have professionals take a look at the area. Contact one of our partners and allow them to handle everything for you. A restoration team will come and dry the areas and remove contents during this time.
If your home is not livable at this time, your insurance may cover a hotel for you to stay at. Contact your support network to help you during this time as well. The resources here can help you with accommodations, food, clothing etc.
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The Process of Water Damage Restoration by a Restoration Team
No one likes to imagine destruction to their home or belongings. However, disaster can strike at any moment, whether through fire, storm or another form of damage.
Rather than despairing over how you can pick up all the pieces, you need to look for a company that provides complete water damage restoration. A qualified, reputable restoration team will return your home and life back to normal. Contact one of our partners and allow the professionals to handle everything for you.
Step 1 -Evaluate the Damage
When you first hire a company for water damage repair, they will send qualified inspectors to your home to survey the damage. They will not only look for visible damage to your home and belongings, but will also closely and thoroughly inspect the structure to determine its stability and safety. A quick run-through will never be sufficient, so don’t trust a company that recommends extensive repairs without a thorough inspection.
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 often you will need to decide whether to repair something or replace it. While disposing of any of your damaged belongings may be unthinkable, the effort and cost of restoration can be very high. Your restoration team will equip you to make those tough decisions and move ahead in your return to normalcy.
Step 3-Complete the Restoration
Our rē:network partners will complete the required water damage repair and restoration. This may be a long process depending on the extent of the damage, but a quality restoration company will give you an estimate for the length of the project. If a project exceeds the estimate, you will be informed of the change and the cause for delay so that you can make appropriate arrangements. Again, a qualified restoration team will keep you fully informed throughout the process, limiting the disruption to your life and the time required to get back to normal.
Dealing with water damage in your home can seem overwhelming and the idea that you might lose your home or belongings can be devastating. However, if you hire an experienced, reputable restoration company to complete the water damage repairs, you will increase both the amount of your possessions.