A water or fire emergency in your home or business is an overwhelming event. It is important to contact an experienced and reputable restoration service provider immediately. Initially, you will need a cleanup of the premises. It is also necessary to have a thorough assessment of the damages and to develop a plan for how to best mitigate these issues. Some problems are too severe to be remedied with cleaning and sanitizing and require structural repair or replacement. You need a company that takes care of reconstruction services as part of all your restoration needs.
At United Water Restoration Group, we are a full-service restoration company. Our certified technician specialists conduct remediation evaluations and assist our customers with a step-by-step approach to get your home or business back to your specifications. Not all reconstruction companies are the same, and you need professionals who can guide you through the process, so you get the quality of service and the outcome you deserve. We want to share some information about choosing a remediation company and about reconstruction restoration, and why it is an essential part of our service-delivery model.
How to Choose Reconstruction Restoration Services
Restoration service companies have a responsibility to help their customers understand the many details involved with remediation and provide a clear timeline for completing the work. Being displaced from your home or business means you are already dealing with a number of serious concerns, so it is imperative to select a restoration company with years of hands-on experience to help you handle this difficult situation. Here are eight things to look for when choosing a restoration services company:
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Availability and Response
Damages compound the longer the issues are left unaddressed. It is important to get restoration services as soon as possible, so remediation efforts are underway promptly. This is why we offer 24/7 emergency response, so our customers have the quickest turnaround time possible.
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Insurance and Certifications
Insurance and certifications are an important part of finding the right company. This work requires skilled professionals who know how to accurately assess the issues and prepare a plan to resolve them. You want to make sure a company has the proper coverage and credentials to protect you.
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Reputation and References
When disaster strikes, homeowners frequently get calls from many unvetted repair service businesses. Because it's a stressful situation, you may be inclined to take a company on its word alone. It is important to go with a reputable company that is willing to give local references of other satisfied customers. This is too great of an expense to leave to chance, so do some research to learn the best choice for you. Knowing this information in advance is helpful when a crisis arises.
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Reconstruction Restoration Plan
A restoration company should provide you with a remediation plan that will outline what work needs to be done. Initially, you will have a thorough assessment of your property to identify all of the damages and the potential for other problems that need to be fixed. Given the repair or replacement issues, you should receive a reliable cost estimate, so you know the scope of the expenses and how you want to proceed.
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Equipment and Training
State-of-the-art equipment makes all the difference in restoration work. Our specialists employ the latest techniques and use the best products available to ensure that cleanup is done properly. Aside from the structural parts of your home or business, personal property inside needs to be carefully protected and restored.
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Customer Communication
Personalized contact through the process is crucial to a job well done. An open line of communication and keeping you informed of progress are important parts of what we do out of respect for you as our customer.
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Insurance Assitance
One of the most essential aspects of restoration work is filing a successful insurance claim. You need knowledgeable specialists to assist with proper documentation and who know how to file a claim in a timely manner which meets industry standards.
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Quality of Workmanship
Service delivery capability is the backbone of restoration services. Response time must be fast and efficient. The quality of workmanship demands excellence, because individuals must be able to return to their homes or businesses feeling assured of their safety.
When You Need Reconstruction Restoration Services
Reconstruction restoration services are necessary in a number of emergency situations. If damages from fire, water or mold cannot be handled with cleanup or limited repairs, reconstruction is needed to restore a structure to its former state. In a number of cases, owners may want to make upgrades to their property, since construction work is already required. This work should be performed by specialists who use the highest quality materials and demonstrate exceptional craftsmanship. Here are the three main types of reconstruction restoration services:
Step 1: Fire Damage Restoration
Fire damage is too often catastrophic and requires a great deal of cleaning and rebuilding to restore a structure to normal. Fire damage is tricky because of the way flames and smoke can infiltrate a structure. A thorough assessment of loss from soot, ash and burn problems is imperative to getting the reconstruction process right.
Here are parts of a home or business that may need replacement:
- Electrical boxes and wiring
- Walls and framing
- Flooring
- Doors
- Windows
- Paint
- Exterior Sliding
A full-service restoration company will coordinate the remodeling schedule and make sure you have a highly skilled team of contractors on the job.
Step 2: Water Damage Restoration
Water is a very destructive element in home emergencies. It can destroy the structure and property inside of your home. Due to certain conditions, water may sit inside a home for so long the damage may be impossible to repair. This can happen with undetected leaks or major floods. Water also presents the possibility of mold proliferation. In the right conditions, this does not take long to occur.
Technicians will dry and disinfect affected areas of the home and personal belongings. It does not, however, take long for water to destroy drywall. When this happens, replacement is the solution to prevent mold and to restore the look of the property.
Step 3: Mold Damage Restoration
Mold presents the potential for serious and permanent health problems for many people. In the case of black mold, it is frequently necessary to replace large sections of drywall or other materials irreversibly permeated by mold spores. Other molds can be toxic too and require remediation.
Newer construction is more energy efficient and holds moisture while reducing air flow. This produces the perfect conditions for molds to reproduce. Rebuilding damaged areas is in many cases the best way to prevent future growth and to open up and properly treat areas to prevent recurrences.
Where Reconstruction Restoration Services Make a Difference
Reconstruction services are critical for other reasons aside from remodeling work.
In the event of a crisis, contractors will provide these critical services to customers:
- Structure stabilization
- Board-ups of property
- Site security (building fencing, storage areas and restrictive barriers)
- Demolition and removal of hazardous debris
Especially in case of fire or severe water damage from floods, it is necessary to have a reconstruction team on-site to secure your property before rebuilding takes place.
Why a Reconstruction Restoration Plan Matters
The simple fact is a reconstruction restoration plan by a qualified company means homeowners get back to life faster and businesses more effectively retain the continuity of their operations.
In real terms this is what effective service delivery entails:
- You receive a priority 24/7 response time
- You reduce costs with an effective plan and communications
- You get a faster restoration with the expertise of certified technicians
- You rely on the best equipment and technical practices available
- You reduce stress with knowledgeable experts in the lead
These and many other support functions make choosing the right company a priority. It is true that there are many challenging issues that come with the loss of property. However, a true bright spot is using this event to design the home or office you want going forward. There are no unwritten rules that say you have to stay with a certain design footprint.
We will work with you to realize the vision you have for your property going forward. This is what we want to help you develop and attain: a plan for the future. We work with you to turn this part into a net positive in an otherwise difficult situation. And whether you choose to have your property restored to its former condition or upgrade to new a new look and new features, our team is ready to implement the plan, so you get your life back on track.
Why You Need Professional Reconstruction Restoration Services
At United Water Restoration Group, we believe in getting the job done right the first time. Customer satisfaction is our number one priority. We are dedicated to the work of restoration, and committed to the highest quality of service provision. Our emergency response team is always ready to go and to provide you the personal attention you need at a critical time. Call us toll free at 800-430-5838, so we can set up an appointment and walk through our process with you.