After a fire, flood, or another disaster, you are not only faced with the realities of losing damaged belongings, but you’re also tasked with figuring out how to clean up and salvage what’s left. Disaster cleanup is far from simple, and handling it yourself can be technically and emotionally challenging. Few homeowners are equipped with the right tools and safety training to complete the job, and it can be emotionally draining to repair your damaged home. Here’s why it’s best to let a professional home restoration team handle the cleanup so you can focus on getting your life back to normal.

Minimize Exposure to Toxins

After every disaster, there are potentially harmful chemicals and bacteria that enter your home. If you handle the cleanup process on your own, you and your family will be exposed to those substances throughout the process. Experienced home restoration teams have the right equipment and training to remove and clean up those hazards without doing further damage to the structure or worsening the air quality in the house.

Salvage Suitable Belongings

Every homeowner is attached to their home and their belongings. When they’re destroyed or damaged in a disaster, knowing what’s worth saving and what needs to be thrown away is important. However, separating yourself from your sentimental attachments can be tough. Professional disaster cleanup teams can view the damage without emotional attachment, ensuring that everything that can be salvaged will be, but items that could pose a hazard to you and your family will be disposed of properly.

Expedites Your Homeowner’s Insurance Claim

Depending on the details of your policy, your insurance provider may require that you submit a disaster cleanup estimate at the time that you file your claim. If you’re working with an unlicensed provider or are handling the cleanup yourself, the insurance company may deny your claim. By hiring professionals to handle your emergency home repair, you’re guaranteeing that the insurance company will give your claim the attention and fair evaluation it deserves.

If your home has been damaged by a fire, flood, or storm, contact the team at Solid Management Disaster and Recovery Services in Pagosa Springs, CO. Their staff will work to get your home back in shape quickly so you can focus on moving past the damage. Learn more about their disaster cleanup services by visiting their website. To schedule an estimate, call (970) 946-4561.