When filing an insurance claim after a disaster, your mortgage company will likely be involved. They have a financial interest in ensuring proper cleanup and repairs are completed. You might be surprised to find that your insurance claim check may show up with your name AND your mortgage company’s name on it. What now? How […]
Category: Storm Damage
7 Tips for Preparing for Spring Storms
You know what they say, “April showers bring May flowers.” Well April showers tend to bring flooding with leaky roofs and lower levels, which certainly are not as pretty as flowers. April storms can bring high winds and even hail, along with heavy rainfall. All of these are a recipe for property damage. Downed trees […]
10 Spring Property Maintenance Tips
Spring is in the air! Our lawns are turning green in front of our eyes, which means yardwork is on the to-do list. It’s a great time to get outside and be sure your yard and property are ready for the season. There are some things to check your property for after winter fades. Spring can bring […]
The Essential Guide to Tree Damage
A tree trunk or a large branch crashing into your home or business can wreak absolute havoc on your property. Not only do trees cause massive damage inside and out, the resulting damage can often include serious roof damage and water damage on the interior from rain. Trees can cause major structural damage, which means […]
Hurricane Preparedness Tips to Weather the Storm
Hurricane season is officially here! Whether you own a home, operate a business, or do both, it pays to be prepared. As your locally trusted storm damage cleanup and restoration company, First Response Disaster Team has truly seen the worst of the worst in terms of property devastation. All too often, we encounter properties that […]
Prepare Your Property for Spring Storms
The team at First Response is loving the Spring weather – warmer air and longer days are here to stay! While Spring has officially sprung, it does not mean you can let your guard down. Spring often brings surprisingly strong storms. We’re sharing a few spring storm hazards and storm preparation tips to help you […]