Why bother with Board Up services?
Your home or business has been damaged by a fire, flood, or other natural disaster. There are definitely areas that are exposed and you are waiting for your insurance to start the restoration process. What should you do while you wait to get an answer about everything?
Emergency boarding services are something you may want to consider for the “in-between” time. Why would you spend the time and money to get these extra services before you even start the restoration process? Here are some of the benefits of it.
avoid theft
One reason to consider boarding services is because you don’t want thieves and thieves to think they have an easy target to go after. If you leave parts of your home or business open and vulnerable, it will be easy for those people to get in there and take whatever they want that is still intact after your disaster. Boarding up doors and windows, along with gaps in the walls, can deter potential burglars and keep what remains of your property as safe as possible.
Prevent rain, snow and wind from further damaging the property
Throughout the year, rain and snowstorms can be a problem if your home or business is left open to the elements. In those cases, it is in your best interest to connect with the emergency dashboard services as soon as you can. The last thing you need is your restoration company entering your home or business to find additional water, or having to dig out several inches of snow before starting work. It can also prevent the wind from passing through your home or business, which also prevents additional damage from occurring during that waiting period.
Keep animals out
Lastly, boarding services can easily prevent animals from entering your home or business. Many species of animals are incredibly intelligent and opportunistic, and may view your currently empty building as a great place to set up a den or refuge. But, if your home or business is boarded up, they will have fewer ways to get in. Smaller animals can still find nooks and crannies they can get into, so you’ll need to keep an eye out for them when you move again. But at least squirrels and mice are easier and safer to deal with than, say, a raccoon, bear, or deer.
If you get your property covered by professionals, you can rest easy knowing that your home or business is safe, and that’s the bottom line. Many companies that arrange for restoration services will also do everything they can to protect your home or business until they can begin the restoration process. You just need to contact them and tell them what kind of help you will need to take care of everything related to your home or business.