Do You Have a Plan in Place in Case of Water Damage? | SERVPRO® of Conyers/Covington

3/15/2021 (Permalink)

Make sure you and your family are prepared in the event of a water damage event.

Water damage is something that everyone would rather not experience, but having a plan in place in case you ever do is so important. One out of every 50 homes will experience water damage in any given year, but for those who have a plan, the path to recovery tends to be much smoother.

Fortunately, even though the scenario is a hypothetical one until it happens, there are plenty of ways you can plan ahead for water damage.

Knowing exactly what to do when you discover it can help you mitigate damage, work with your insurance provider and get in touch with your restoration company quickly so you will be able to recover much more easily.

How to Prepare for Water Damage in Your Home

Choose your restoration company. While you may not know what type of water damage you will face or how extensive it will be, one thing you can do in advance is choosing a restoration company to work with. Being able to call the restoration company immediately after discovering water damage will start the restoration process more quickly, ensuring that the damages are handled in a swift manner and not allowed to fester.

Locate your home’s water main. Every type of water damage is different, but if you sustain damage due to issues with your home’s plumbing, being able to cut off the water flow at the source can prevent the water damage from worsening. Knowing how to cut off the flow of water can prevent an area from becoming fully saturated, leading to the reduction of the overall damage that occurs.

Understand your insurance coverage. Every insurance policy is varied in how it handles water damage claims, so knowing what your coverage looks like in advance can help you determine whether to or how to file a claim should your home experience water damage. Many insurance companies will not cover issues related to flooding, for example, but will extend coverage if rain causes water damage. Being aware of what your coverage looks like and how to get in touch with your provider after damage can expedite the process so you can recover losses quickly.

If you experience water damage in your home, we are here to help you. As soon as you discover water damage, you can get in touch no matter the hour and receive a rapid response by our expert technicians.