Westerville Town Money Saver | May FOM 2023

No home is impervious to damage - whether from natural weather phenomena or incidents that occur as byproducts of daily life. Floods, res, tornadoes, wind storms, and other events can cause immediate damage to a home, though some damage occurs more gradually.

Repairing a home becomes a priority a er a disaster when authorities have deemed it safe to reenter the property. e extent of disasterrelated damage is o en beyond the scope of a homeowner’s abilities. In such instances, disaster remediation rms can protect homeowners from additional dangers, and may help them save money in the long run. Here’s a look at the type of bene ts companies such as Servpro can provide.

• Time is of the essence: e faster the response, the quicker the recovery and in most cases, less cost. If your home becomes damaged, contact your insurance company immediately to get the ball rolling. Take a home inventory with photos and videos of the damage both inside and outside and save all receipts for expenses incurred. All documentation of your losses should be submitted to your insurance company during the claims process. While some repairs may need to begin as soon as possible for your safety or to prevent further damage, you’ll want to hold o on making permanent repairs until your insurance adjuster completes their survey of the damage. Contact e Corey Mayle agency for a review of your insurance coverages today.

• Find hidden damage: Remediation companies know how to uncover issues such as weakened structures, smoke damage and water damage that is not visible to the naked eye. Hidden dangers can include hazardous materials produced by the disaster or damage that can adversely a ect residents’ health.

• Address mold growth: Flooding or hose water used to extinguish a re can leave behind conditions that are ripe for mold growth. Mold along with secondary conditions can occur in as little as 48 hours a er damage occurs. Professional restoration companies, like Servpro, have the equipment to dry out and clean building materials in the home to reduce or eliminate the risks of mold growth.

• Employ the latest technology: e wrong tools can not only slow down progress, but they can make work less safe. Servpro uses the latest equipment when restoring properties. Certain equipment is tailor-made to address issues that o en arise a er natural disasters. Such equipment may prove too costly for DIYers, but its use can make the di erence between a quick cleanup and a lengthy project.

• Necessary training: Disaster restoration companies may require sta to stay up-to-date with the latest techniques. Such an education can help reduce the likelihood of accident or injury during the restoration.

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