How clean is your house? If you’ve been flooded out due to extreme weather, then the chances are not very clean at all. Sadly because of the climate emergency, this may start to happen more frequently.
But floods can cause more than just cleaning problems with your house; they can cause long-term structural damage that needs fixing.
So how much does it cost to fix a flooded house on average? And how can you keep those costs under control?
Here’s everything you need to know.
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Hire a Speaclsit
The average costs of fixing a flooded home can be as high as $5,057. In more extreme cases, it can be much higher. Even in developed cities like Nashville, flooding can cause costly damage and cost lives.
The only to know for sure is to hire licensed water and damage repair specialist. They can determine the cause and extent of the destruction by classifying the damage to the home as per the National Water Damage Survey report.
Preventive maintenance and quick cleaning of damage are essential to keep costs down, but you want to avoid large clean-up and repair bills. How long moisture stays untreated will cause mold to grow, and how long it lasts can cause damage to your home.
Record Everything
Preventing damage by contacting an expert to diagnose the cause and make small repairs can save you thousands of euros later, but you need to document it.
Start by reading “Flooded House? Five Steps To Take Now” to see anything you can do yourself.
Then write everything down from a burst pipe, a leaking roof, a broken window to a lack of proper sanitation.
Even a small amount of moisture water damage can lead to mold formation so write that down. This can cause damage to the house and later lead to a more expensive home repair.
Sometimes fixing small problems for a small amount of money is akin to robbing Peter to pay Paul.
For example, repairing a damaged ceiling caused by a leaking roof will only cause the ceiling to be destroyed in time. This will cost you a lot more in the long run. Don’t be cheap: solve the underlying problem.
When the report comes back telling you what you need to spend, don’t assume the specialist is trying to upsell you repairs you don’t need. Cutting corners can cause you more trouble. This is the unfortunate cost of home repair.
Flooded House? Fix the Structural Problems, Don’t Be Cheap
If you have a flooded house, then the most important thing is not to be cheap. Don’t fix up a broken roof with a tarpaulin until the rain of the winter stops. Have it completely replaced, even if that costs more money in the short term.
Pay to have your house inspected by a professional so you can get a good idea of the extent of the damage. This way, you can make effective repairs rather than relying on your own judgment.
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