DRIRITE Disaster Restoration Blog

Tampa Bay is home to some of the most beautiful weather for a majority of the year — it’s what makes this city one of the most visited cities in the country. Unfortunately, it’s also home to some of the most unexpected, dangerous, and damaging storms throughout the year.

Tampa Bay is such a wonderful city to settle down, whether you’re single or looking to raise a family. You’re met with beautiful and comfortable weather most of the year, as well as a limited amount of snow during the winter. Of course, that’s not mentioning all the fun things you can do.

One of the worst things a homeowner can come home to is flood damage. Sometimes it’s due to a natural disaster — such as a hurricane, tornado, or rain storm — and sometimes it’s due to faulty plumbing inside the home — which can cause a flood if not fixed in a timely manner.

The Tampa Bay area has not been hit by a major hurricane since 1921, but that doesn’t mean we will never be hit by one again. Since we never know when a hurricane will cause the type of devastation and major flood damage Tampa residents fear.

As a homeowner, you never want to face a disaster. Still, things happen. That’s why it is important to hope for the best and prepare for the worst. A little bit of preparation today could make a big difference in the future should you face a flood, a fire, or another emergency situation that could cause significant property damage.

With the amount of time, money, and love you have poured into your small business, you don’t want to a disaster to ruin everything you’ve built. Whether you are dealing with a flood or a pipe break, small business owners have to work harder than others to make sure they don’t have to close their doors permanently.

In the aftermath of a hurricane, severe thunderstorm, tornado, or flood, all you want to do is get back to normal. Cleaning up after a storm is a big job, and it can also be dangerous. As you are cleaning up your yard, your farm, or the inside and outside of your home, remember that safety should always come first. Read More »

During a flood cleanup, the indoor air quality in your home or office may appear to be the least of your problems. However, failure to remove contaminated materials and to reduce moisture and humidity can present serious long-term health risks. Standing water and wet materials are a breeding ground for microorganisms, such as viruses, bacteria, and mold. They can cause disease, trigger allergic reactions, and continue to damage materials long after the flood. Read More »

We had Tropical Storm Debbie roll through Florida a few weeks ago and really surprise everyone. Debbie dumped a tremendous amount of water in Florida. Our office fielded over 250 calls from homeowners that had flood damage in just a week. For almost everyone that called, much of the damage was localized to one or two rooms. We did receive one call though about an entire shopping plaza that was underwater.

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