Description

This guide is intended to assist homeowners and the occupiers of buildings who have been affected by flood events.

If you have any questions or concerns you should consult your local council, an engineer or other building professional or tradesperson.

If you are renting, contact your landlord to understand what steps they are taking in response to the damage.

This guide should be read in conjunction with any information from your insurance company and/or local council, especially if your home has been issued with a red or yellow placard by a Rapid Building Assessor.

For more in-depth information on flood relief and recovery, please see BRANZ BU666 Restoring a home after flood damage.

Scope

This guidance covers the following information:

• Legal requirements
• Immediately after the flood
• Removing the water and identifying damage to buildings
• Removing water damaged items
• Repairs and minimising future damage