Home Improvement Advice for Disaster Recovery

What If It Goes Wrong Do it Yourself Tips for Disaster Recovery

Fire or flood, damage or disaster, all usually need professional and competent actions.

Unfortunately not all contractors, builders or restoration companies are as good as their brochure or salesman.

Poor or inadequate restoration can affect the health of the occupants and result in long term and escalating damage and cost.

The Health Effects

Mold, bacteria, fungi and viral infections can result in both chronic and acute health affects if buildings are not decontaminated properly.

The Restorer or Builder

Buildings are not designed to be submerged, the hidden effects of water ingress can include rot and mold. Buildings must be substantially cleaned and properly dried before any building or renovation works proceed. Typical indications of poor workmanship include:-

Condensation

Odour

Mold & Stains

Swelling sticking doors