Storm Damage Restoration Services in Canton, Ohio

4/11/2019 (Permalink)

This house in Canton, Ohio lost its siding from a recent storm.

After a storm you may experience storm damage, how do you know if your covered?

There are many insurance claims when a storm hits Northeast Ohio during the Spring. Many homeowners have insurance to protect their dwelling and their belongings against storm and flood damage. However, some damage is not covered under an insurance policy. We have insurance to cover such damage, but sometimes an insurance company may not pay out a weather-related home claim if it feels that the homeowner has not maintained their property.

What is wear and tear on a home?

 A severe storm can cause shingles to lift and fall off, siding may be ripped off or hail damage to both roof and siding. Although, if a roof has already been damaged by age and general wear and tear then the insurance company may not cover the claim. When it comes to flooding from severe rainfall, a claim can be disputed against gutters that have not been kept clear of leaves and other debris can contribute to water damage to the property and may not be covered.  When basements are water damaged a question of how the water entered comes into question. Do you have sump pump, foundation or even drain back up coverage? If it’s not in your policy for coverage than you won’t be covered. 

It is important to report a storm damage claim within 48 hours to make sure secondary damage doesn’t occur. Calling a water damage restoration company such as SERVPRO can help you with determine how your water damaged happened. SERVPRO of South & East Stark County works with all major insurance companies in water claims. We have the knowledge and experience with storm, wind and water damage.

To make sure your storm claim will be covered it is important to maintain your property along with checking your insurance company to see what your policy covers. If you are affected by a storm or water damage this Spring season, please call the professionals at SERVPRO of South & East Stark County at 330-823-4088.