Insurance Water Mitigation 101: What You Need to Know and How the Process Works
The first step in the water mitigation process is to hire a storm or water mitigation company, like Northeast Houston Renovation. If you live in Houston and surrounding areas such as Deerpark, Kingwood, Pasadena, The Heights, or Cypress, you are all too familiar with the need for water mitigation. The insurance company may recommend an approved vendor or you can use your own contractor. It is important that your insurance company is aware of who you are using and that the contractor is insured and able to submit the proper reports such as dry logs and invoices. The mitigation company will typically submit the invoice to the insurance company and receive payment directly.
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The main goal of the storm or water mitigation company is to stop any further damage and restore your home. They will use specialized equipment such as air movers and dehumidifiers to dry out the affected areas. They will also remove any damaged materials such as drywall, flooring or furniture that cannot be restored. The process of water mitigation can take anywhere from a day to two weeks depending on the extent of the damage.
It is important to note that water mitigation is not just about drying out a structure, but also about preventing further damage and restoring the structure to its pre-loss condition. This includes addressing any potential mold or mildew issues. It's also worth mentioning that water damage can be caused by many different sources, such as from a broken pipe, heavy rain, or even a leaky roof. Therefore, it's important to address the root cause of the water damage in order to prevent it from happening again in the future.
In summary, insurance water mitigation is the process of removing water and drying out a property that has been damaged by water. This is done by using specialized equipment such as air movers and dehumidifiers, and is typically performed by professional water mitigation companies like Northeast Houston Renovation. The goal is to minimize the damage, prevent mold and mildew growth, and restore the property to its pre-loss condition. It's important to act quickly in the event of water damage and to address the root cause of the problem in order to prevent it from happening again in the future. If you're dealing with water damage, don't hesitate to call in a professional like Northeast Houston Renovation to help you through the process.
On the next blog, I will focus on the build back process which comes after the mitigation process is complete.
George Pinto
Northeast Houston Renovation, LLC