After a disaster causes severe damage to your home, you’ll
probably hire a contractor to address the immediate damage. Which kinds of
repairs are the most important to immediately carry out? Take a look at the
construction services you may need to turn a disaster site into your dream
home.
Flooring Replacement
A fire can singe carpets and scorch floorboards. Not only
can the fire itself ruin your floors, but the extinguishing process can leave
your home under a layer of water.
If a flood, and not a fire, damaged your home, your flooring
will also face plenty of problems. From warping to mold growth, a flood can
leave you without a usable floor. Whether you've experienced a fire or flood, a
quality construction company can provide your home with:
- Replacement subflooring. How deep down did the damage go? If the layer under
your wooden, tile, or carpeted floors is wet, smoky, or smells musty, the
contractor will need to remove the damaged area and replace it with new,
dry materials.
- Replacement floors.
Now that the subfloor is dry and damage-free, it's time to work your way
up to the exposed part of the floor. Whether you want hardwood, laminate,
or tile, the contractor can give you a pristinely clean new surface.
- Replacement carpeting.
If you have carpets, smoke and water damage can soak through the fibers
and ruin your flooring. The contractor will need to remove the carpets and
pad underneath it before replacing anything.
With a new floor in place, what else do you need to make
your home complete? Read on for more information on how to restore your house.
Wall Replacement
Do your walls have holes, cracks, or bubbling paint. Whether
the damage control process resulted in sizable holes or breaks in your drywall
and plaster or water is the issue, your walls need help.
While the specific fix depends on the problem, after a disaster
your home may need:
- Drywall patches.
Instead of replacing an entire wall, some holes only require a patch.
- Drywall replacement.
Large holes or areas of damage may require an entirely new outer surface.
The contractor can evaluate how much of the wall requires replacement and
what the best materials are for your home.
- New paint.
Whether the contractor replaces the wall or not, chances are it will need
a fresh coat of paint. If the existing pain has cracks, bubbles, or
another type of damage, the contractor will need to remediate this damage
before priming and re-painting.
- New wallpaper.
Like paint, wallpaper often won't withstand fire or water damage. The
contractor will need to remove the leftover wallpaper before they install
a new layer.
Address interior damage before you ask the contractor to
hang new drywall, paint, or wallpaper on the walls. This may include plumbing,
electrical, or HVAC system restoration.
Electrical Replacement
The aesthetic areas of your home aren't the only
construction issues you'll face post-fire or water damage. Along with the
floors and the walls, you may also need professional help with the electrical
system.
After a fire or flood:
- Have a qualified contractor inspect the electrical
system. Failure to inspect this system
could result in a repeat fire or a shock hazard. You need a professional
to assess interior damage and recommend repairs/replacements.
- Replace damaged wiring and electrical components. After the water dries, the wires and other parts of
the electrical system may still pose a safety risk.
- Don't forget about fixtures. Along with the wires and receptacles, hire a
contractor to replace all fire and water-damaged lighting fixtures.
Even though no one wants to replace most or all their
electrical system, this gives you the opportunity to make sure your home is up
to code or add upgrades.
Do you need post-disaster restoration help for your home?
Contact C & Z Construction for more information.
