Commercial buildings, like any property, are subject to costly weather-related damage. Depending on the season and location, losses can be caused by tornadoes, blizzards, earthquakes, and hurricanes. But maybe one of the more common weather disasters is storms. In addition to hail, heavy winds, and lightning strikes, when the rain starts to fall, often times flooding is of biggest concern. There are very few areas in the world where flooding is not a potential risk. In the United States … [Read more...]
Keep Your Home and Possession Safe While on Summer Vacation
Planning to get away this summer? Whether the warmer weather means camping over a long weekend, taking a week to hang at the beach, or spending a long stay at a location much farther away, when you come home you want the place to be as you left it. Vacations are supposed to be a time to rest, relax, and have fun. The last thing you want is to lose all that quality down time walking through the door to find a catastrophe has hit your home. Accidents may be out of your hands, but there are … [Read more...]
Boost the Safety of Your Backyard
Spring and summer are the seasons when backyards become the place to be. After a long, cold winter stuck indoors, you and your family may see your backyard--or any lot of land surrounding your property--as an outdoor oasis offering fresh air and fun in the sun. True as that may be, like anything that’s sat virtually unused for months at a time, your yard could use your attention before beginning to barbecue with the neighbors or laying out the lawn games. Tips for Backyard Safety … [Read more...]
Spring into Undoing Winter Damage
Snow and ice have given way to flower buds, grass sprouts, and sunshine. Now it’s time to take a fresh look at the shape of your home. Winter, with its cold temperatures, icicles, and harsh winds may have done a number to your exterior. Hefty damage might be easy to spot but don’t overlook the little problems that could cost you big time later According to the Insurance Information Institute, winter storms can cause expensive damage, with an estimated $1 billion in insured losses reported in … [Read more...]
Get to Know the Real Pest of Water Damage
Spring and water damage tend to go hand in hand, be it melting snow, falling rain, or rising levels of humidity. And seasons aside, there’s also man-made water damage due to burst pipes, leaky appliances, and inadequate ventilation. As soon as the water hits--whatever its source--the destruction begins, causing stains, odors, wood swelling and warping, drywall deterioration, and structural rot. Within hours, flooring, walls, and furniture can be ruined, and within days the integrity of your home … [Read more...]
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