Living in a coastal area like Sarasota, flood damage is a very real risk and as we are heading into hurricane season it’s a good idea to understand the realities facing coastal residents and the options and services available in case you are unfortunately affected by flooding.
Fortunately, Sarasota has many specialists in the area with great experience in flood damage repair who understand the actions required to have you back on dry land as quickly and as professionally as possible.
There are a few things that you as a homeowner can do to help mitigate the amount of damage and discomfort you might experience during flooding. Take valuables and precious family items such as photographs and personal records to the very top of the house and store them in watertight containers. Keep an emergency kit on hand, also at the top of the house. Your kit should contain flashlight, batteries, cash, non-perishable food and importantly clean drinking water. It’s important to stay informed and keep up to date with news bulletins about possible storm paths and current conditions.
Once, after any storm has passed and any immediate danger has gone it will be time to face the cleanup process. Again, this doesn’t need to be as daunting as it first appears. Your first call should be to your chosen flood damage repair specialist. They will have professional grade water removal tools that will clear your property quickly and safely. Once the standing water has been removed they can then assess the damage while cleaning and sanitizing the area. Your house will be checked and if necessary treated for any mold. Any damage to furnishings will be professionally cleaned and specialized dehumidifiers will be brought in to thoroughly dry out your house. It sounds like a lot of work but with professionals on hand it will help ease your stress and have you back to normality without too much delay.