Steps to Take Immediately After a Storm

9/18/2020 (Permalink)

Call SERVPRO of West Chester if you experience any storm damage!

Steps to Take Immediately After a Storm

Take Safety Precautions

Heavy winds and rains may have caused damage that could potentially be dangerous. Collapsed roofs, window damage, collapsed walls, and standing water in your home or business may be present after a storm. Water can also soak into carpets, furniture, or building materials which can cause mold. If you smell gas, shut off your main gas line. Beware of exposed nails, broken class, or sharp objects on your property. Be sure to contact SERVPRO of West Chester to help assess and restore the damages from the storm! 

Photograph the Damage 

If your property is safe to be on, use a cellphone or camera to document damages so that you can show your insurance company. This can help ensure that you will be compensated.

Contact Your Insurance Company

Contact your insurance agent immediately to notify them of the storm damages. The company will send out an adjustor to determine the extent of the damage so that you may be compensated.

Look Into Federal Disaster Assistance

The Federal Government may have declared your area that was affected by the storm as a disaster area. This means you may be eligible for low cost loans to help restore your property. This requires proper documentation to be filed.

Call SERVPRO of West Chester if your home or business has been affected by a storm. We are here to help restore any fire, mold, or water damages to get your life back to normal!