There is nothing worse than seeing all your hard work over the years destroyed in an instant. This might have happened to you if your home became damaged due to a natural disaster. You purchased your home, furnished it, and made it the perfect place of comfort for you. However, all of that is ruined almost immediately.
Beyond the physical damages, there are also mental damages you could be going through. Luckily, we can help you through this terrible circumstance, with the help of this blog. Continue reading to learn how to recover after a natural disaster.
Potential Hazards
A natural disaster causes several damages. However, beyond visible damages, the hazards this causes will not only further damage your home, but endanger its residents. See some of the potential hazards you and your loved ones could face below.
Mold
Natural disasters like flooding and storms will cause water damage. Water damage, along with the humidity it brings, will surely cause molding in your home. Mold is a living organism that grows in damp areas, whether it be walls, furniture, the ceiling, or anywhere else. This can cause eye and skin irritation, allergies, shortness of breath, and even chronic lung disease.
Asbestos
Asbestos is a fibrous silicate mineral that may be used in your home. This is typically used in vinyl flooring, duct installation, and other materials. This asbestos-containing material could sustain damage in the event of a natural disaster, making it airborne. If this occurs, asbestos exposure could result in lung cancer.
How To Recover After A Natural Disaster
A natural disaster can do a lot of harm. The recovery process can take a long period of time, especially without the help of ASAP Restoration and other restoration services. Fortunately, we’ll provide you with some tips on how to bounce back from any natural disaster. See how you can start improving your home with the tips below.
Inspect Damages
After a natural disaster, one of the first things you should do is assess the damage. You want to make sure that the essentials, such as the water, gas, and electric lines, are not destroyed in addition to your possessions. Shut off the valves if you see one of these damaged. Ensure there isn’t a smell of gas and open the windows. Gas smells should be reported, so leave immediately.
Clean Up
You can start the restoration process by cleaning your home. Gather everything that can be salvaged from your home and what needs to be thrown away as you clean it out. Sanitize and disinfect everything that can be preserved. Additionally, if you’ve gone through flooding, dry out your home. You don’t want to deal with the mold symptoms that we mentioned earlier.
Beyond restoring the inside of your home, you also need to ensure your home’s exterior is in good shape. Since the outside of your home has taken the full brunt of the natural disaster, there will be debris, fallen trees, and more damage that needs to be cleaned. Cleaning your yard and recovering any salvageable items is a great way to begin the restoration process. The good team here at ASAP Restoration can handle the rest.
Call ASAP Restoration
By following the tips above you know a little bit about how to recover after a natural disaster. You can learn a lot more by watching the experts at work here at ASAP Restoration. We have the knowledge and the tools to ensure your home is back to its former glory. So be sure to give us a call to restore your home with ease.
Also, a natural disaster does more than damage your home; this experience could be traumatizing. This is why you should call or text the Disaster Distress Helpline from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). With their help, you will be one step closer to recovery.