3 Reasons You Need To Address Storm Damage Right Away

4/18/2018 (Permalink)

Storm Damage clean up can be a real chore

When a big storm rolls through Jamestown, NY, flood insurance adjusters can get really bogged down with work. It's always a good idea to call your insurance provider to start your claims process, but it may not be a good idea to put off addressing the damage done by the storm. There are a lot of reasons you should start making repairs as soon as you can get a residential storm damage remediation team scheduled.

1. Reduce Chances of More Flooding

Storms can cause all types of damage. Your roof may lose shingles, your home may lose siding, or your basement may flood. Your house can become more susceptible to flooding due to the damage. You need to fix any damage caused by a storm to ensure your home does not suffer from further storm and flood damage. If repairs aren't made, any rain can cause major problems.

2. Stop Mold Growth

If a storm causes flooding in your home, you need to address the water problems as soon as possible to make sure your home does not suffer from mold damage. Even if your home is affected by clean water, you could see mold problems start in 24 to 48 hours if the water isn’t taken care of properly. Your flood insurance may help cover the remediation costs, but it depends on your policy.

3. Avoid More Damage

Waiting to address storm damage until an adjuster can come to your house can leave your entire property at risk for more problems. High winds following a storm could rip off more shingles or siding. Damaged tree branches could crash down onto your car or house. Taking care of any issues as soon as possible can save you time and money in the future.

Many flood insurance policies require you to call in an insurance adjuster. However, you may want to start taking care of the damage before the adjuster can make it to your home. This is especially true if he or she has a full schedule.

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