When a water main breaks in a neighborhood extensive flooding and water damage can be inevitable. Properties that sit low to the ground, particularly garden units and basements can take a big hit with water intrusion happening almost non-stop. We have serviced residences whereby the customer paid extensive amounts of money to incorporate systems that pump or filtrate water from the property and off to another area. This becomes very difficult if there is a water main break as the water gathers in isolated locations very fast and there is no room for runoff. Thus, the water tends to flow right back into the customer's apartment or basement.
There is really no real way to prepare for when something like this happens, because they happen so suddenly and unexpectedly. But if it has ever happened to you then you can educate others as to what to do in that time of crisis or what to expect. Many believe that where they live it can never, ever flood or receive extensive water damage. According to government statistics, just about anywhere can become a potential flood problem. Where there was once safe places to live to keep out of the reach of these things, that is no longer the case today. There are always ways to anticipate if water damage, or basement flooding happens.
Keep things in the basement elevated as high up off the floor as possible. Have an emergency kit arranged just in case of a temporary loss or setback. Keep important telephone numbers and emergency information where you can get to it readily should something like this occur. If you don't have water damage or flood insurance, now might be a good time to inquire and consider getting the protection. Environmental changes in our weather signals weather can strike at anytime and just about anywhere. These damages could run into the thousands easily, even with insurance, depending on your property it could get quite expensive.
When you call for fire water damage restoration, or water damage restoration services, have your insurance policy handy. Know what's covered and what's not. The water damage restoration company will want to know your claim information, insurance carrier, contact name and email address if possible. What is your deductible? Remember you have say-so as to who will operate or do work in your home. It is YOUR home and the insurance is for your protection.
If you feel more comfortable with a local company that you trust you can certainly make that decision for you and your family. Sometimes insurance contractors can't make it out for days, leaving you sitting in water unnecessarily. The longer the water sits, the worse off the conditions. Don't delay.
Get to a phone, the internet, and call a professional restoration company immediately. It certainly can happen to you!
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