After a severe storm passes, you might be concerned about potential storm damage done to your home or property. High winds, hail, and even heavy rain can wreak havoc on your house, and it’s important to know what to do to restore your property as soon as possible.
Once the weather clears up and it’s safe to go outside, we recommend following these steps to ensure that you can get your property back into its former condition sooner rather than later:
- Carefully check for damage. Look up at your roof for missing shingles, holes, or sagging sections, but don’t climb onto your roof to get a closer look. Walk around your property to see if there are any fallen trees, broken fences, or debris from other structures. Indoors, check for water leaks on your ceilings and inspect your windows for cracks.
- Thoroughly document the damage. As you carefully inspect your home for signs of damage, don’t start moving things or making repairs yet. Instead, take photos of each area that suffered storm damage so you can make accurate insurance claims later.
- Contact a professional restoration company. Once you have collected evidence of the storm damage and have a good understanding of what will need to be fixed, contact our restoration company. We’re fully equipped to handle roof repairs, water leaks, window replacements, and more, giving you greater peace of mind about the security of your home.
- Prevent water damage. Before the professionals arrive, try to prevent any additional water damage in your home by mopping up excess water on the floor and using tarps to temporarily cover holes in your roof.