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From Damage to Dream Home: Restoration of a New Unit
Oct 15, 2023
Jeremy York

While some water damage might be minor, some homeowners aren’t so lucky. If the damage is extensive enough, a water cleanup project might require significant remodeling and reconstruction services as well. In these cases, homeowners shouldn’t attempt to DIY the job. 


Instead, they should make sure the project is done right by hiring a company that has experience with both
atlanta water damage restoration and remodeling services. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to find the right team for the job when there are so many companies claiming to be the best.


Homeowners shouldn’t just hire the first company they find. They should take their time to review case studies like this to see just how a restoration crew can handle similar projects. Keep reading to learn more about how The Homestar Group was able to help an Atlanta, GA homeowner clean up some water damage and remodel their unit.


The Reason for Remodeling the Atlanta Home

A customer reached out to The Homestar Group after they purchased a new unit. They had discovered that the unit had suffered from some water damage, so they decided to complete a water cleanup and remodel all at the same time. They knew this project would be far too complex to DIY, so they hired the contractors to take care of the entire process, from the water mitigation to the remodel and reconstruction. 


Since the customer was going to be paying for the services out of their own pocket, they were able to be creative with the remodeling process. They worked with the contractors to decide on some additional projects that could improve the unit. 


How The Homestar Group Responded 

As soon as The Homestar Group was contacted by the Atlanta customer, they dispatched a water cleanup crew of trained professionals to assess the current situation. Since this was more than just a remodel, they had to take the time to understand the extent of water damage that needed to be addressed as well. 


Fortunately, they have plenty of tools that allow them to check for hidden water damage throughout the unit. Their moisture meters helped them to determine which areas were affected and which parts of the unit could be salvaged. Once they were done with the inspection, they were able to work with the customer to create a personalized plan for remodeling the unit.


Comprehensive Home Remodeling Solutions

Since The Homestar Group started their company, they have worked on a variety of water cleanup and remodeling projects. Their experience has taught them the importance of customizing every job, so they created a personalized solution for the Atlanta unit. The project would include a specialty crew that would work over several weeks to provide the customers with:


  • Demo Work and Wall Moving
  • New Flooring Installation
  • Other Construction Work


Demolition and Layout Changes

One of the first things that the water cleanup contractors had to do was some demolition work. Not only did they have to remove some materials from the unit because of the water damage, but they also did some work to change the layout at the request of the owner. For example, the goal was to move one of the interior walls. Therefore, the professionals had to tear down all of the drywall and add new framing to build a new wall. 


Flooring Installation

Next, the contractors worked to remove all of the existing flooring in the home. Some of it had been damaged by the water, and the rest of it was removed so that the homeowner could upgrade the unit. The contractors worked with the owner to choose a flooring that would complement the rest of the interior. After they made their selection, they installed all of the new flooring throughout the unit.


Additional Remodeling Work

The project also involved a number of other remodeling and construction projects. For example, they had to add some doors to the unit, and they even had to hang new drywall. The unit also required that the crews do some electrical work. Though it took several weeks to get it all done, the owner was happy with the results and looked forward to a fresh start with the new unit.

Find out More About Water Damage Cleanups & Remodeling Solutions in Atlanta, GA

Homeowners who are interested in completing a home remodel after a water cleanup should contact The Homestar Group right away. Their contractors are happy to assist with all requests and can discuss self-pay or insurance coverage options with new customers. To get in contact, Atlanta homeowners can call or fill out their convenient online quote form. 

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