Nobody wants to go through a disaster, but sometimes Mother Nature has other plans. A storm or a fire can have devastating consequences.
In this post, professionals in home innovations discuss how to restore your home in case of a disaster.
After a Storm
A particularly strong storm can damage the roof and other components of your home, but what can make it much worse is flooding. Floods cause extensive damage. Even if the flood doesn’t last long, water can saturate every corner it reaches. Mopping and drying are not enough.
Instead of relying on the basic means of cleaning a flooded home, it’s always better to call a professional who can help restore your home. Remember that time is of the essence when you’re dealing with flood damage. The longer you wait to call a restoration expert, the more damage the water can cause.
Flooding almost always leads to mold damage. It takes only about 48 hours before mold begins to grow after a flood. A trained professional can perform mold removal, especially in your drywall and floor. The sooner they can do their job, the less damage they have to repair or replace.
After a Fire
Fire damage isn’t a DIY repair job. Call a professional immediately to assess the damage and come up with a plan to remove anything affected by flames.
Fires can be tricky, however. If there are parts of your home that were not damaged by flames but have been exposed to smoke, cleaning them is not going to solve the problem. That’s why you need a professional to make a thorough inspection. Smoke damage is when fine smoke particles have found their way into the crevices of your home. This is why you can still smell smoke even when you can’t see the damage. That burnt odor can linger for a long time; in some cases, it never goes away.
Smoke damage can trigger respiratory problems like asthma with its fine particles and soot. This is toxic and needs to be removed before your lungs are affected.
Fires often lead to significant damage so you may have to deal with different contractors for smoke damage removal, new door and window installation, electrical and plumbing fixes, etc.
Structural Damage
This is a matter of safety, so you can’t ignore the need for a professional’s expertise. Fires, flooding, earthquakes and other disasters can affect the structural integrity of your home. Disasters can weaken floors, roofs, weight-bearing walls and even the entire foundation of your home. It may only be a matter of time before something collapses and puts your family in danger. Call a professional without delay so they can inspect the damage and determine the risks and the solutions.
Kingdom Restoration can help with your home restoration after a disaster. We also offer bathroom remodeling and other services. Call us today at (941) 263-8715 or use this form to tell us more about your project.
