What Property Owners Need to Know About Storm Damage

12/16/2021 (Permalink)

Extreme storms can be lethal and dreadful, therefore safety should be prioritized. Although severe storms occur in various places across the planet, there are simple initiatives that can be taken to mitigate property damage and minimize risks. Depending on the geographical location of property and type of storm, it is possible to dictate the damage minimization measures.

Prompt Decision-Making

The most important ingredient after a storm is the availability of a vivid action plan that renders a means to address property damage and fixing it to ensure life returns to normalcy. Local news concerning weather is important before taking any measures after storm damage. The first step is to analyze the amount of damage, noting exposed electrical lines or loose ceiling tiles. Roofs are the most vulnerable to costly damage. For that matter, it is prudent to assess the damage caused by taking pictures before reaching out to an insurance company. This will assist the insurance adjuster to review and access the damage. Most importantly, one should keep off damaged buildings or power lines because although the storm is over, there is still a potential for danger.

Insurance providers are key, particularly in rendering instructions on the steps to take before repair. They can also answer questions regarding claims and decide if the damage will be catered to by a homeowner’s plan. It is shrewd to avoid additional home damage once the decision to repair is made. If the storm has not completely damaged the home or building, one can take the initiative to fix some things. Otherwise, professional repair services should be sought immediately over DIY efforts to prevent further damage.

Finally, it is vital to hire a trustworthy contractor to assist in recovering a home or business buildings damaged by the storm. Incomplete restoration may put families and other people at risk of other damages. It is advisable to seek a restoration company like SERVPRO of Torrance that will manage communications between insurance companies and contractors on the onset of storm damage repair. We specialize in both damage mitigation and reconstruction, holding the proper certification to truly make it "Like it never even happened."

Read our blogs on storm damage for further information to protect your property AND loved ones from such a disaster.