STORM REMEDIATION

Emergency Services for Grain Silo Storm Damage

CALL: 319-446-7600
AVAILABLE 24/7

COMPLETE STORM REMEDIATION

Managing the Entire Process

Following storm damage, West Side Salvage manages the entire process—insurance, grain recovery, and demolition. We deploy certified teams to reduce claims and return your operations to normal as soon as possible.

Our Process

 

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Following tornado, hurricane, or wind damage, call our emergency line anytime.

2

We will deploy immediately to analyze the storm damage and connect with your insurance company.

3

Recovery plans take shape, with West Side Salvage communicating with your adjuster while safely securing the site.

4

Remediation includes structural cleanup/recycling, grain/commodity salvage, and final demolition of damaged facilities.

complete grain silo collapse services
AVAILABLE 24/7
319-446-7600

PREFERRED STORM RECOVERY VENDOR

Insurance Vendor of Choice

Insurance companies across the U.S. prefer the experienced team at West Side Salvage for its ability to reduce claims. After storms, our crews come on site to provide comprehensive remediation, making the site secure and maximizing value.

Tornados, Hurricanes, Derechos & Wind Damage

Hurricanes and tornados create unique damage, and West Side Salvage has the experience and equipment to remediate a site—and the commodities—efficiently. We have the knowledge and relationships to save on claim costs by salvaging and, if possible, diverting product.

We Remediate Natural Disasters at:structure

Serving the United States

Based in the Midwest, our experienced teams can deploy from coast to coast.

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Grain Entrapment: Key Statistics, Common Causes, and Prevention Strategies
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Grain Fires and Explosions: Yearly Trends, Causes, and Prevention
Grain bin fires and explosions are persistent hazards in the agriculture and grain handling industries, posing serious risks to workers, facilities, and the supply chain. While these incidents may not always make national headlines, they do happen and they can have devastating consequences—causing injuries, fatalities, and millions of dollars in damage each year.
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Jan
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Silo Fires and Explosions: Why Do They Happen?
Silo fires and explosions are devastating events that can lead to significant damage, loss of life, and financial setbacks. Understanding the causes of these incidents is crucial for preventing them. At West Side Salvage, we specialize in reducing these risks by offering expert silo cleaning and maintenance services. Here’s what you need to know about the causes of silo fires and explosions—and how regular cleaning can help prevent them.
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For 50+ years, ag, food, and biofuel operations have relied on West Side Salvage to provide turnkey emergency solutions on everything from flooded bins to elevator fires.

Frequently Asked Questions

How quickly can West Side respond?

Immediately! We are an emergency services and disaster recovery specialist. Depending on the urgency of your situation, we can have crews and equipment mobilize with hours of the initial call.

What should I expect when West Side Arrives?

We will get a description of the current situation from the customer and our crews will show up with all the equipment necessary to handle the disaster and provide you continuous updates as we work through mitigation.

Should I contact my insurance agent?

Yes! West Side works with all insurance companies and we can help work through the disaster mitigation process side by side with your insurance agent to maximize the recovery and minimize the claim.

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