If you’ve had to abandon your home for high ground, make sure it’s safe to return before starting the recovery process.
The first thing you need to do is document the damage. Take photos and videos to show your insurance provider what happened. Make sure to include floodwater lines on walls.
Once the waters have receded, start drying out your home ASAP. It’s your responsibility to keep mold from growing wherever possible.
Contact your insurance provider and get your claim started.
Work on restoring your utilities next. As you clean up, electricity and water will make it much easier. If you think your utilities are damaged, you’ll probably want to contact a professional to get them inspected before trying to turn them on.
Now the fun part: cleaning up. Anything in your home that came in contact with floodwater should be completely cleaned and disinfected (floodwater often has sewage and other waste in it).