Even though we haven't had the snow fall like we normally do, flooding is always a concern in the spring time. I've been seeing businesses advertising sandbag sales and people starting to gear up for the run off.
Most of the time flooding is not covered on a typical homeowners insurance policy and there is a 30 day waiting period for the coverage to go into effect. If you are concerned about your home or businesses flooding this year, you might want to be pro-active and contact your agent today.
We are certified to waterproof crawl spaces and basements to prevent flood damage to your home or business. If you are interested in these services you can check out our waterproofing page for more information.
Friday, March 30, 2012
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
How to prevent damage from the three main sources of water losses
Thankfully the mild winter has almost eliminated frozen pipe claims and related damage.
However there are three sources of water damage that occur in homes and businesses.
1. Washing Machine Hoses
2. Water Heaters
3. Water Pipes
1. Washing machine hoses are the culprit for thousands of dollars in damage to homes each year. If the hose is faulty or worn out, the damage can be extensive. It is recommended to use a steel braided hose instead of the standard reinforced rubber. These hoses can last longer and hopefully prevent a burst while you are away.
2. It is recommended to clean your water heater annually if you also have a water softener. The sediment will build up over time and can cause problems. The average life span on a water heater is about 6 to 10 years.
3. Water pipes can be inspected on a regular basis to hopefully prevent major water damage from happening. A visual inspection of the pipes in your crawl space, by your washing machine and water heater is a good idea. These are the most obvious leaks to detect and can be relatively easy to fix prior to a major leak. Contact your local plumber if you find anything that looks like it is wearing out or leaking.
Like the old saying goes...an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
However there are three sources of water damage that occur in homes and businesses.
1. Washing Machine Hoses
2. Water Heaters
3. Water Pipes
1. Washing machine hoses are the culprit for thousands of dollars in damage to homes each year. If the hose is faulty or worn out, the damage can be extensive. It is recommended to use a steel braided hose instead of the standard reinforced rubber. These hoses can last longer and hopefully prevent a burst while you are away.
2. It is recommended to clean your water heater annually if you also have a water softener. The sediment will build up over time and can cause problems. The average life span on a water heater is about 6 to 10 years.
3. Water pipes can be inspected on a regular basis to hopefully prevent major water damage from happening. A visual inspection of the pipes in your crawl space, by your washing machine and water heater is a good idea. These are the most obvious leaks to detect and can be relatively easy to fix prior to a major leak. Contact your local plumber if you find anything that looks like it is wearing out or leaking.
Like the old saying goes...an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Business Continuity Planning
Not many people wake up in the morning and ponder what they would do if their business caught on fire during the night or had massive water damage. What would you do? Would you be prepared to handle your customers? Would you be able to access your electronic files? Would you be able to stay in business after a major catastrophe such as this?
If these questions make you nervous or if you don't have a plan in place then look no further for help.
We created a customized program called Disaster Shield which is a program for businesses to help them prepare for a disaster. 25-40% of businesses never reopen after a fire or water loss, and we are on a mission to reduce that statistic.
Contact our office today to schedule an initial consultation for these services today. As always thank you for supporting your local restoration company.
If these questions make you nervous or if you don't have a plan in place then look no further for help.
We created a customized program called Disaster Shield which is a program for businesses to help them prepare for a disaster. 25-40% of businesses never reopen after a fire or water loss, and we are on a mission to reduce that statistic.
Contact our office today to schedule an initial consultation for these services today. As always thank you for supporting your local restoration company.
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