Do You Have a Plan for Handling Storm Damage in Oakland?

10/8/2019 (Permalink)

Did recent storms cause damage to your home? We offer emergency roof tarping and board up services to protect your house after a storm.

Preparing for Storm Damage in Oakland ahead of a Violent Weather Event

Violent storms and winds cause multi-million dollar damages across America every year. Rushing waters can burst through front doors, windows, and crawlspaces flooding the lower levels of your home. In areas that are frequent victims of these events, you must put together a plan of action during September and October. A plan of action could include putting together a storm preparedness kit of essential communication, medication, and documentation should you need to vacate the property in an emergency temporarily.

Once the storm has subsided, you should check your insurance plan for flood damage in Oakland and contact a restoration service to perform the necessary removal and repair work. SERVPRO operates with a significant loss recovery team that has extensive experience in dealing with extreme weather events. Our team has access to climate-controlled storage facilities should you need the contents of your home relocated while work is underway. We also offer on-call technicians throughout the night for emergency mitigation of loss after a storm.

We designate rapid response units as a go-between for first responders and general contractors. SERVPRO can enter the property to perform a scoping assessment in the immediate aftermath. Scoping is a necessary procedure that assesses the safety and security of your home. It is not uncommon for doors, windows, and roofing to sustain damages after a particularly violent storm. If left alone, these openings can allow rainwater and debris to enter the home, increasing the expense of your claim. There are also security issues to cover as, without adequate protection, your property can quickly be looted or burgled during the interim period between damage and restoration.

SERVPRO can put up emergency tarps over cavities in your roofing or structure to seal the home against the elements. We can also put in place emergency barriers to ensure the structure and contents remain secure. Both these tasks are essential to preventing further expenses while restoration procedure, which can take several weeks, is undertaken. A SERVPRO restorer may decide to perform mitigation tasks while onsite, including removing standing water, drying, decontaminating, and cleaning the property. These tasks reduce the risk of damages caused by prolonged exposure and create a safe workspace to allow general contractors to set about their work promptly.

Violent weather events require immediate action. Contact SERVPRO of San Leandro at (510) 352-2480 for assistance.

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