Water damage happens on both a micro and macro level. You can incur water damage from something as small as a leaking pipe all the way to significant damage from a flash flood.
It’s important to understand the importance of preparing for potential flooding and also preparing for any sort of water damage that could occur at any time. By being proactive instead of reactive you will find yourself in the best possible position to succeed in avoiding water damage.
Here are 10 things you should know…
1.) Floods are the number one natural disaster in the United States.
It’s common for people to think that hurricanes and tornadoes are the leaders in natural disasters because of their constant news coverage. However floods are more frequent and sometimes even more severe in terms of damage caused.
2.) Mold typically begins to grow in 24-48 hours in an untreated moist environment.
Make sure if you discover an area in your home that has been hit with leakage of flooding that you treat it ASAP. The longer you wait the worse the damage will be, especially once the mold starts growing.
3.) Explore the National Flood Insurance Program.
The NFIP is a Government run insurance program that covers flood related damages to your home or business. The common misconception that people have is that their homeowners’ insurance also covers flooding. The truth is most homeowner policies do not cover flood damage.
4.) 98% of basements will experience some type of water damage.
If you think that you can avoid water damage completely we would tell you otherwise. Water damage in some capacity is inevitable which is why it’s so important to stay prepared for whenever it arrives. The more prepared you are the better off your home or business will be.
5.) In the past 5 years all 50 states have experience floods or flash flooding.
A lot of people think they certain states they reside in are immune to flooding. This is extremely incorrect. All 50 states have experienced significant flooding (even the so-called dry states). Even if you feel like you’re in a low-risk zone it’s important to keep supplies on hand that will last. You’ll be thankful when the time comes.
6.) 37% of homeowners claim losses from water damage.
As of 2017 there were about 127 million households (and homeowners) in the United States. Based on the statistic above that means that roughly 47 million will claim losses on their homes all because of water damage. Yet another reason to stay prepared and always have flood control products on hand in case of an emergency.
