The Top Three Things You Should Do After Experiencing Storm Damage | SERVPRO® Of Prattville

8/11/2021 (Permalink)

Storm damage? Contact SERVPRO of Prattville for any restoration project. We work with you and your insurance company to get you back to normal.

Prattville, Alabama families aren’t strangers to major storms. Still, severe storms and the damage they present to your homes is stressful and can be overwhelming.  However, there are a few things that you should do immediately after experiencing storm damage to return your home and life back to normal as quickly as possible. 

Assess the Damage 

When reviewing storm damage around your home, be extremely careful.  Powerlines may be down or exposed, floodwater may contain dangerous debris and damaged trees may still lose limbs. Wear the appropriate gear to protect yourself while surveying the property.

Call Your Insurance Company

Find out what’s covered immediately. Stay on top of your agent to ensure your needs are being handled in a timely fashion. Take photos of as much of the damage as you can. Have pre-damage photos of your home on hand as well. This will help with getting accurate insurance adjustments and restoration services.

Check for Disaster Assistance

Visit FEMA’s disaster assistance website to determine if assistance is available in your area.  The questionnaire is anonymous and will populate recovery assistance types and contact information. When storm damage is severe enough, FEMA representatives may be walking your area.  In this case, speak with a local representative to start the process. 

All three of the post-storm damage actions above require quick response times.If your home sustains damage due to a storm, you can count on us to help. Contact us at any hour to learn more about our storm damage restoration process.