How important is it to get a storm damage inspection?

Storm damage is much more complicated than just minor water damage from an interior leak, like in the kitchen plumbing. Storm damage can result in major hazards like natural gas explosions and electrocution risk (from moisture that creates an electrical circuit between exposed "live" wires and you, your family members, your pets, etc....) Respect the risk of serious electrical shock!
Further, hidden moisture can lead to mold, plus bacteria from sewage water or septic tanks can spread through the air (even if there is only a small breach to the integrity of the plumbing). The repulsive smell is not the primary concern here, but the health consequences due to contamination. If the stench is enough to make you want to vomit, that is easy to notice. However, what if the sewage water contamination is not so extreme or obvious, so it becomes a constant source of illness for months and years without you ever knowing the source? Why not just find that out early and prevent future medical mysteries?
After you contact us to request an inspection, there are things that you can do prior to the inspector arriving. The following article contains links to a variety of checklists for different kinds of storm damage situations: flood damage checklist

While a storm damage inspection is not as comprehensive as a typical home inspection prior to the sale of property, the storm damage inspector focuses specifically on damage from wind and moisture intrusion (coming down through leaks as well as coming up from flooding). So, the specific issues relating to storm damage will be examined with great precision.


How important is the roof to everything under it?

So, how important to you is what is under the roof? That is how important the roof is to you!
How important to is what is inside the walls and above the foundation? That is how important the structure is to you as a shelter.
Think of it like this: if a tree fell in to your roof, would you prefer for the roof to completely collapse or to simply get a big dent? You not only want to know if small repairs are needed, but you want a strong roof (and this principle is even more true of the foundation).

Why does my insurance company want the roof to be inspected so often?


So, the roof inspection will be useful to assess which repairs are likely to be covered for free (either with absolutely no cost to the homeowner or after they cover the annual deductible amount for their home owner's insurance). To read our full article focusing on how often you should have your specific type of roof inspected, click here: How often should I have a roof inspection at my home in Florida?.
What if the inspection shows there is no urgent need for roof repairs?


To ask a question or to request that we contact you to schedule a free estimate, click here now: contact us about the storm damage repairs you need in FL
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