Dealing with water damage repairs is not on anyone’s top list of favorite things to do. To say it is a chore is an understatement. You have to try to realize that by making smart choices right now you can soon have the repairs done and all of this behind you. According to statistics in recent years as much as 37% of homeowners claim losses from water damage.

With higher incidents of flash floods, tornadoes and other storms recently, one could only imagine how much higher those numbers are now. The bottom line is that there is a chance in your lifetime that you will have to deal with these types of repairs at least once in your lifetime. Keep in mind, storms are not the only thing that can cause water damage in your Chicagoland home.
Other Common Causes of Water Damage

In areas nearby like Tinley Park and Oak Forest reports indicate a high number of service calls for water damage repairs come from other issues like:

Burst pipes
Overflowing toilet
Leaky or broken water heater
Exterior flooding
Fires
And of course heavy rains

Part of the reason you should act quickly following water related problems is to preserve what you still can salvage. But also so that you can get your insurance claim filed in a timely manner. You only have a set amount of time following an incident to be able to file a claim. So don’t hesitate.
After the Storms

So, what do you need to do if your home suffers water damage?

If plumbing related, shut off the water to avoid more damage
Avoid electricity – do not use it and avoid any place that may have exposed wiring
Always practice safety first! Your things are replaceable, your life is not
If safe, move possessions to dry, higher ground.
Contact a reputable cleanup team. They can help make the area safe for you to document damages and even assist in filing your insurance claim.
File your claim
Document damage

There really is no reason to feel overwhelmed or go into panic mode. Even if you have lost some items that are not replaceable, you have your health and the health of your family. That’s what matters above all else.

Working with a reputable team of professionals like the PG Exteriors pros is the best way to make this time of your life, stress free. Our goal is to help families through the cleanup process to try to make it as hassle-free as possible. We are family owned and operated and treat our clients like an extended part of the PG Exteriors family.

Let us be the trusted water damage repairs you turn to.
If you are looking for a Chicagoland restoration company then please call 888-546-1490 or complete our online request form.