Water damage and mould remediation in Maine
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What applies across Maine
A CMP spokesman said the January 1998 storm caused the largest outage the utility had ever had, and it affected almost every part of Maine. A state of emergency was declared.
Maine Emergency Management Agency states that flooding is Maine's most costly natural hazard. It also says homeowners insurance does not cover flood damage and that new flood insurance policies take 30 days to take effect.
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Maine Emergency Management Agency says mould can develop within 24-48 hours after a flood. It advises drying out the home quickly and photographing or filming damage before cleaning up, to help with insurance claims.
Maine Emergency Management Agency (source, opens in a new tab)
The December 18-21, 2023 flood in Maine came from a slow-moving rainstorm with 50-60 mph winds. It produced 4 to 8 inches of rain over 48 hours, plus an average snowmelt of 1.5 to 2.5 inches.
Before you hire
Ask how fast they will start drying: Health Canada says a home dried within 48 hours is less likely to grow mould.
Health Canada suggests professional help for extensive mould, meaning a patch larger than 3 m².
Get written quotes from at least three contractors for the same work, and check references from recent clients.