Storms are one thing to prepare for, but what about when a flood is forecasted? Heavy rainstorms are notorious for leaving many areas flooded and some counties declaring states of emergency. Basements, homes, schools, and commercial buildings are left with such extensive flooding that the remaining mess isn’t quite so easy to clean. Complicating matters even more are rising river and lake levels that may cause more near-future flooding and water damage. Prevent Flood Damage Hindsight is … [Read more...]
How to Protect Your Basement from Water Damage
When you think of basement flooding, you might point the finger first at Mother Nature and her heavy rains, melting snow, or more disastrous weather events. However, in-home water damage is more often caused by appliance issues, plumbing problems, or other manmade-related situations, according to the Insurance Journal. In fact, among the five most common home claims causes, non-weather-related water damage ranked second at 19 while weather-related water damage ranked fourth at 11 percent. … [Read more...]