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Ongoing Flood Problems Do it Yourself Tips for Disaster Recovery

The most common problem arises when rebuilding or renovation is undertaken before a building is properly sanitised and dry. Consequences include:-

Musty Odour

Visible Mold

Rot

Condensation

Wallpaper peeling

Efflorescence - white or crystal salts found on the wall

Flooring buckling

Floor tiles lifting at edges

Cracks

Doors sticking

These effects are consequences of incompetence and can result in costly remediation which may not be recoverable from your insurers and you may have to carry the cost if your builder or restoration contractor is not insured or willing or able to resolve. See our section for Legal Guide for advice.

Mortgage lenders, surveyors and the residual value of your home may all suffer adverse effects from these issues, i.e. reduce the value.