April Showers Bring May Restoration
We all know the saying, “April showers bring May flowers,” but the reality is that April showers bring May repairs and restoration. According to the National Centers for Environmental Information, there were about 121 tornado reports during April last year. With the season of showers and tornadoes approaching, the risk of strong winds, hailstorms, and flooding becomes even more pertinent, posing significant challenges to businesses, schools, multifamily real estate, and more, leading to dangerous implications for the integrity and safety of these facilities. In this blog, we will delve into what kinds of damage storms can cause, what effects they bring to individuals, and how Sasser Restoration’s expertise stands as a beacon of hope during times of need.
What Damage Can Storms Cause and What Are Their Effects?
Storm damage and its severity can vary on several factors, such as the integrity of the facility pre-storm, how intense the storm is, and what type of storm it is. The most severe damage that a storm could potentially cause is an overall structural collapse. Storms can be so strong regarding their downpour and winds that they can cause even a well-constructed facility to collapse in on itself. The effects of this can be severe. For one, there are strong financial implications involved. The act of bringing your building back up and replacing its interior can become costly. The loss of important data is also another serious effect. Important documents and information can be lost in a second and replacing it may be difficult to achieve.
The second most severe effect of storm damage would be flooding. Flooding caused by heavy rainfall and overflowing rivers or streams can cause extensive damage to the building’s exterior, interior, and its overall infrastructure. With the overflow of water, it can cause the walls to collapse, it allows water to seep in and cause severe water damage—such as mold growth—and may lead to things like mold or electrical hazards. Flooding may lead to a financial impact, health hazards, safety hazards, operational downtime, and more.
Finally, the third most severe effect of storm damage would be hail damage. During springtime storms, there’s always a possibility of hail. However, depending on the size of the hail, as well as the overall stability of these buildings, hail can cause severe damage to these facilities’ infrastructure, as it can break roofs, break windows, and even dent walls, eventually harming the safety of individuals inside these buildings as well. This then leads to financial impact, safety concerns, insurance concerns, operational downtime, and may lead to temporary relocation.
With tornado season being unpredictable and overwhelming, being prepared can make all the difference. Sasser Restoration is proud to stand as your trusted ally during times of need. With our extensive and comprehensive list of emergency services, as well as our cleaning and disaster mitigation services, Sasser wants to help you in bringing your building back to life during times of crisis and urgency. To check out more of our services, visit our services page, or if you’re in need of emergency restoration, give our team a call at (844) 449-1144, available to you 24-7, 365 days a week.
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