Types of Damage Restoration
There are many ways your home or business can experience damage, including:
- Water damage due to floods, severe weather, burst pipes, or more.
- Fire damage from faulty appliances, a wildfire in the west, cooking incidents, or a Christmas tree that catches fire.
- Mold growth, which may occur after water damage or fire damage (particularly firefighting efforts).
- Storm damage from tornadoes, hurricanes, floods, mudslides, or more.
What Does it Mean if Mold is Found in My House?
Learn more on our website, which includes a resource on black mold and what the difference is between mold removal and remediation .
I Had a Fire, Can I Stay in My Home While It Gets Fixed?
According to FEMA , you should only go inside your fire-damaged home if officials deem it safe. There are certain factors to consider, like the severity of the fire and the structure of your home. For example, if smoke and soot damage is contained to just one part of your property, it may be possible for residents to stay inside while remediation commences.
How Do You Rehab a House That Had a Fire?
- Emergency contact.
- Inspection and fire damage assessment.
- Board-up and roof tarping service , if necessary.
- Water removal and drying.
- Smoke and soot removal from all surfaces.
- Cleaning and sanitizing.
- Restoration.
What to Expect During Construction Services
Phase 1: Pre-Construction
- Approval.
- Estimates and finalizing the estimate.
- Deposits and progress payments.
- Mortgage companies.
- Material selections and changes.
- Signing the construction work authorization document.
Phase 2: Construction
- Scheduling tradesmen.
- Weekly communication.
- Inspecting work-in-progress.
- Supplements.
- Change orders.
- Progress payments.
Phase 3: Post-Construction
- Construction standards.
- Certificate of completion.
- Final payment.
Structural Damage After Flooding
Damage reconstruction isn’t limited to just fire damage. After a flood, it is possible your home or business has experienced substantial structural damage. According to Allstate, structural damage from flooding can cause floors to buckle or loosen. Additionally, roofing or your foundation may crack, and wires may become loose or frayed, causing electrical hazards. It is important after flooding to have professionals, like an electrician, assess the property before deeming it safe to enter.
Steps to Fix Water Damage
- Water Removal . At this point, pumps and extraction units are used to thoroughly remove the water.
- Cleaning, Sanitizing, and Deodorization . This stage involves the use of specialized techniques, using products and equipment to ensure your ceilings, floors, walls , and other affected areas are properly cleaned.
Sources:
https://www.usfa.fema.gov/downloads/pdf/publications/fa_46.pdf
https://www.allstate.com/resources/flood-insurance/home-flood-damage