How to Prepare Your Home To Avoid Flood Damage

3/22/2023 (Permalink)

When a flood of any kind occurs, it can create serious issues. Excess water can weaken the foundation of your home or business, cause structural damage, or create the right conditions for a mold infestation. 

For many reasons, a flood may occur at your location; consider your risks and plan accordingly. Thorough preparation can help you avoid the worst effects on your Willard home. 

You should ask yourself a few questions: Do you live near a creek or river? Does your property drain well? Is your home older, with plumbing that may need to be updated? The answers to these and other flood-related questions will help you determine the flood-prevention steps you need to take.

What Are Some Top Tips For Flood Damage Prevention?

Here are some top tips to help you avoid the damage that a flood of any kind can cause to your Willard location:

• Check for any leaks within or around your business and repair them immediately. Take care of the source immediately if you see drips or wet spots beneath or around pipes and faucets. Identifying any leaks and managing them before they develop into serious issues is essential. 
• Keep pipes insulated and have the internal temperature of the building regulated to prevent the pipes from freezing. Frozen pipes can crack and lead to leakage and flooding.
• You should inspect your roof for leaks or missing shingles at least once a year. Damaged shingles need to be replaced as they are identified. You will also want to repair any cracked caulking immediately. 
• If you live near a creek or river, have your property surveyed for any vulnerable areas and take the necessary steps to protect them against rising floodwaters. If your property is adjacent to public land, contact your local authorities to determine who is responsible for flood prevention and damage. 

Who Do I Call If My Willard Home Is Flooded?

You can always rely on SERVPRO for help with flooding and all kinds of water damage! Don’t hesitate to call us at (419) 443 1790 if you experience a disaster at your location!

• We offer 24 Hour Emergency Service.
• We respond quickly to disasters of all sizes.
• We are a trusted leader in the restoration industry with over 2060 franchises.
• Our team members are Highly Trained Water Damage Restoration Specialists.

We help Willard home and business owners with disasters of all kinds here at SERVPRO of Huron & East Seneca Counties. Our services include storm damage, fire damage, mold infestations, and more. 

This franchise is independently owned and operated.