Basic Principles of Disaster Response and Documents Restoration: Speed, Flexibility, Separation and Containment

One thing that characterizes all water- and mold-related damage scenarios is the need for speed in decision making to prevent further damage. Claims adjusters from all over the country are consistent in their refrain when it comes to minimizing damage done by water intrusion, often repeating the phrase, "Don't wait! Clean it up and dry it out!"

photo-5That refrain holds true when talking about saving or restoring building contents. The news is full of stories of people fleeing their water-logged homes with nothing but the clothes on their backs - leaving furniture, photos and documents behind. Which begs the question: …