The Aftermath of the Flood

So now we wait, wait for the appropriate drying time and wait for the asbestos flooring removal crew and the adjustor to look at the windows. Then we haggle and bargain. I will be permitted to do the painting. How it works is that I will be given an allowance for painting including the paint, either to hire a painter or not. I found a great painted willing and ready to do the job. I can paint the lower floor while she does most of the upper floor and we have discussed using mistints and leftover paint, which is what I usually use anyhow. One major problem is the floor in the family room. There is a huge heave in the centre of it, likely 2 to 3 inches high. One person I spoke to suggested that that is where the water pooled and then since the floor had hairline cracks, the pressure simply pushed the concrete up at the weak point. This may have to be jackhammered open and repoured.

I am trying to look at the positive side, in that there will be new paint and a fresh new look in the house, but man, this is not the way to redecorate folks. I would not suggest you try this at home!