Elements of Flood Damage Estimates for Roxbury Homes

5/19/2022 (Permalink)

Flood damage restoration is no easy task. SERVPRO has the manpower and equipment for ever job.

Factors Calculate Roxbury Flood Restoration Costs

One of the biggest concerns for homeowners after flooding and storm damage is who pays for the needed restoration. The answer is rarely straightforward, as there are vastly varying levels of coverage available from insurance providers in the area. We are a preferred insurance work vendor in storm, fire, and water damage scenarios, making us uniquely suited for meeting the criteria for claim approval.

Mitigating Water Damage

Flood damage in Roxbury homes can seem overwhelming initially, as there are often portions under several inches of water and ruined materials. Mitigation is one of the most vital services we offer to customers after a flood. Much of this effort precedes the claims approval process as this is essential to preventing the destruction of the house. This can include:

• Extraction 
• Controlled Demolition 
• Containment 

Relocating Exposed Contents

Personal belongings contribute to the final cost and estimated restoration time for recovery. When an estimation and projected plan of action is put together, data collected from the pre-job inspection is included, like the condition of affected contents. Relocation, on-site cleaning, and off-site restoration and recovery are all services possible by our professionals to protect what matters most.

Needed Drying of the Residence

Another factor that ultimately influences the cost and complexity of restoration after flooding is the need for thorough drying. Even without contamination concerns, flooding can impact hundreds of items and materials in a household. We have to ensure that the appropriate amount of air movers and dehumidifiers get used to finding an efficient balance between evaporation, sublimation, and condensation to dry a house effectively.

After a flood, you want to limit the out-of-pocket expenses to get your property back to its original condition as fast as possible. Our SERVPRO of Jamaica Plain / Roxbury team can help with detailed estimations and projected plans to secure claim approval. Call now at (617) 466-6909.