When a storm blows through Dishman, it leaves a calling card that's anything but neat. Roof vents that were once in good shape might now be clinging on for dear life; gutters could be twisted and in knots; and those good old-fashioned shingles? They're probably scattered across the neighborhood—unlike their metal and wood counterparts, which are more likely to be found in a junkyard than having survived a storm. Each storm is different, of course, and so is each kind of storm damage. But a storm might find you in any one of these states, so knowing what to expect helps you make plans and take action. Understanding how these kinds of damage occur allows you to see what's next in the story of your home: from an interior that's absolutely drenching to one that's so wind-swept, it's hard to tell the difference from an actual exterior.
Imagine awakening to discover that your once familiar backyard is now an unrecognizable lake, formed overnight, and still overly wet from the deluge of the previous evening's thunderstorm. Or picture yourself spotting what can only be described as a ceiling stain, and one that, for all intents and purposes, looks suspiciously like a half-dry, half-damp map of the world, replete with continents, islands, and other topographical features. Storms can have a peculiar sense of humor, but they're no laughing matter when it comes to damage. Call it irony, if you'd like, but by the time you get through the next series of cloudbursts that mother nature has in store, the word restore is bound to be front and center in your thoughts.
Afterward, everywhere distractions lurk—snarls of fallen tree branches, inches of puddles creeping toward electrical sockets, and, oh, the unmistakable smell of wet everything. The adventure of restoration demands quick action. It's not only about looks; it's about making sure your home can hold itself together again. Just ensuring drains and downspouts are clear can prevent a lot of future headaches. Personal artifacts may be a little soggy, but—with care and the trusty blow dryers of the construction worker's trade—your place can still tell the stories of the lives lived within its walls. It's in moments like this that community spirit shines, as we come together to patch, to ply, and to fix nature's next surprise.