Due to its geography, Washington State gets its fair share of severe storms coming in from the Pacific Ocean This not only can cause harm to your home with debris, but it also launches flooding up to be the number one natural disaster in the state. 

Unfortunately, with severe storms and flooding comes intensive water damage that needs to be taken care of as soon as possible. Water damage is unforgiving, and it can cause structural damage, hazardous mold growth, and ruined furniture, floors, ceilings, and walls. 

Keep an eye out for water damage caused by storms before the damage becomes irreversible. Here are some signs to watch for:

• Yellow or Brown Discoloration on Ceilings or Walls
• Peeling or Bubbling Paint
• Mold Growth
• Musty  Odor
• Warped Floorboards, Ceilings, or Walls
• Newfound Respiratory Problems

Storm Damage Restoration

Depending on the type of storm, they can cause different types of intensive damage to your property. 

Wind Storms

With the strong gusts of wind that these storms create, it’s easy for them to damage homes, property, and vehicles. They can push over power lines, trees, and other structures that can be blown into your property, causing potentially serious damage. In the worst-case scenario, it’s also possible for them to collapse your roof. 

Ice Storms

Ice storms occur when rainfall freezes, solidifying on the surfaces below, like sidewalks, roofs, and vehicles The weight of the ice can be too much, forcing tree branches to fall, powerlines to stop functioning, and pipes to burst. 

Hail Storms

Hail storms are typically accompanied by thunderstorms, but are distinguished in that they involve large chunks of ice falling from the sky. These chunks can be as tiny as a bead or as large as a ping pong ball. The larger hail can cause severe damage to anything it hits, including windows, vehicles, and roofs. If the shingles on your roof get damaged during a hail storm, there is a significant chance that it can lead to water damage and mold in your home. 

Rainstorms

Heavy rains that rainstorms bring have a tendency to cause flash floods. Water can enter your home through doors, roofs, windows, and other vulnerable areas if they’re not prepared. This can lead to water damage, which can threaten your home’s structural integrity and create dangerous health situations due to the mold that can grow. 

What To Do After Storm Damage

Storm damage can be unexpected and frustrating, but there are steps that you can take to stay safe and help with the restoration process. 

Watch Your Surroundings

The aftermath of a storm can be just as dangerous as during the storm. It’s essential to look out for and avoid broken glass, standing water, collapsed walls,  or roofs that have caved in. If there is a smell of gas, ensure that all of your gas valves are turned off. 

Take Pictures

Despite it being the last thing on your mind after a storm,  taking pictures of the damage that the storm caused is vital in filing an insurance claim. 

Inspect your property and document:

• Moisture Damage
• Broken Windows and Doors
• Basement Flooding
• Roof Lifting and Lost Shingles
• Damaged or Broken Appliances
• Fire Damage
• Missing or Damaged Personal Items

Call an Insurance Agent

Insurance agents are there for specific situations like this. Call yours and let them know the details of what happened, filing a claim as quickly as possible. 

Contact a Restoration Company

The next step is to call a restoration company that will help walk you through how to get your property back to its pre-storm condition. 

Expert Storm Damage Restoration With PureDry

Our trusted team of professionals at PureDry is here for you whenever you need us. We have live representatives answering your calls 24/7, and a highly-skilled technician will be on their way to your property within 60 minutes, guaranteed. 

We not only offer full-service water damage restoration but our construction services, as well: 

• Debris Removal
• Reframing and Stud Placement
• Re-Bricking and Wall Rebuild
• Electrical Work
• Flooring Replacement

Give us a call at (425) 374-0027 or contact us on our website to take the first step to get your home and life back to its pre-storm normalcy.