When an emergency strikes, whether water or fire related, you need to know who to call. Your property is not only an investment but a place where you live or work at every day. A person must feel comfortable with the contractor he or she is choosing will do the right job and complete it in a professional manner.
Thankfully the restoration industry has made some very favorable advancements in recent years allowing companies to become certified. Certification boards include the IICRC (Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification) and the IAQA (indoor Air Quality Association). These certifications have created and printed industry practices approved by experts in the restoration field. These certifications teach assessment, procedures and quality workmanship while being held to a code of ethics.
Rule # 1 – Choose an IICRC certified firm with WRT certifications
Tools are to a restoration company as water are to fish. An emergency provider must be equipped with tools such as infrared thermal imaging cameras for proper identification of hidden moisture, moisture meters for detection of wet materials, digital cameras for proper insurance claim documentation and more. It Is important to contract a company who can accommodate your needs and be prepared for anything they may run into when they arrive at your property.
Rule # 2 – Check references
Licenses and Insurance are a very easy way to establish a company’s reputability. A company should carry with them a copy of their license and insurance to be available upon request. Make sure to ask for these prior to beginning any work. If a company is under insured you may have to assume the entire liability in case of a loss. Do not let an emergency become a big disaster. Insurances required include general liability, automobile liability, worker compensation and pollution liability. Do your homework?
Rule # 3 – Due diligence will save you later!
In any case, a water or fire damage can be devastating and choosing the prepared and qualified restoration company can make the difference when trying to recover from a loss. Be prepared.
Rene Vargas
www.SuperRestoration.com
1 800 516 8059
rene@superrestoration.com