Home Improvement Advice for Disaster Recovery

Contents Damage/Restoration Do it Yourself Tips for Disaster Recovery

Various forms of damage can require different restoration techniques. Water damage can be divided into three categories:-

Blackwater floods generally require disposal of affected soft or absorbent materials such as carpets, upholstery, toys, beds etc. This is because economical sanitation is not practical.

Kitchen cabinets, furniture generally made from chipboard will swell and loose shape, split at joints and loose its strength, requiring replacement.

Never dispose of anything before your loss adjuster/insurers says its alright to do so.

Contents from grey and clear water floods can usually be salvaged if works and controls are quickly put into place.