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Sandy’s 2012 flooding provides a reason to include storm surge in household preparedness alongside nor’easters and roof leaks. Keep a plan for leaving before conditions deteriorate. If outdoor water reaches the building, avoid entering lower spaces to retrieve stored possessions or check pumps when electrical safety is uncertain.

Water beneath a home can affect insulation, floor framing, and mechanical components even when occupied rooms appear untouched. Crawlspace inspection should consider access limitations and possible contamination. Do not crawl inside to photograph damage; observations from a safe opening may help initially, but they do not replace a proper assessment.

During recovery, ask how affected materials will be identified and how drying progress will be checked. Surface readings alone may not describe every concealed layer. Maintain a simple record of dates, source repairs, photographs, and disposal decisions, and confirm insurance procedures directly rather than assuming storm-related losses receive identical treatment.