The Storm Recovery Process All Central Houston Residents Need

June 26, 2019
Despite the best efforts of local weather stations and meteorologists, it’s nearly impossible to determine just how badly you’ll be affected by a severe storm in Central Houston. The area plays host to all manner of terrible storms, from thunderstorms to hailstorms. On occasion, we see even worse, such as hurricanes and tornadoes. The community has learned to prepare. You can only prepare so much, though. In the end, finding the right local restoration company can make all the difference in the world. You’ll receive high-quality, prompt storm recovery services – it only takes one phone call to the right source!

Storm Recovery Process
The official storm recovery process of local restoration companies is broken down into key steps. Each step works towards the singular goal of reversing any type of damage to your home, eliminating contamination, and providing you with a safe, habitable environment. Here are those key steps:

Assessment
Before any work begins, the team must better understand the extent of the damage. You see, with water damage, it is quite common for the problem to seep into the walls, floorboards, and soak into your furniture. We need to see just how severe the situation is to begin planning our next move.

Water Removal
Most often, standing water is the most severe of storm damage. Once we understand the extent of the damage, it’s time to begin removing the water from the property. This is done using advanced restoration equipment, including high-powered fans, wet vacuums, and water pumps.

Cleanup
It’s not uncommon to find debris inside of homes following a terrible storm. This debris may include yard furniture, toys, street signs, and so much more. Alongside the water removal process, we will begin a full cleanup of the whole property.

Repair and Restoration
Now, with all water removed and damaged possessions out of the way, the team will begin making necessary repairs to broken materials and objects. For example, if your floorboards are severely damaged, they can be replaced. The same goes for furniture, cabinets, and clothing.

Storm Damage Safety Tips to Remember
After a bad storm, the area is likely unsafe. Here are a few tips to keep you and your family free of injury or contamination.

  •  Keep well away from any loose or dangling power lines.
  •  Avoid drinking any water, including tap water, to avoid contamination.
  •  Do not eat any of the food in your refrigerator if the temperature of the food within has risen to above 40 degrees Fahrenheit for more than two hours.
  •  Avoid any building surrounded by water.
  •  Wear protective equipment and be extremely cautious when cleaning any storm damage.
  •  Watch out for loose tree branches, crumbling structures, or debris.
  •  Only drive when absolutely necessary and do not drive over flooded roads or washed-out areas.

Your home deserves a fighting chance after a severe thunderstorm, hurricane, or tornado in Central Houston. Contact Restoration 1 of Central Houston for immediate relief!
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