Flood Damage

Facts You Should Know:

Greater Damage Can Occur

• The longer personal property and structures remain wet, greater damage is likely.

Begin the Process

• Immediate steps should be taken to ensure the safety, remove as much water as possible and begin the drying process.

Insurance Process

• It is not necessary to have approval from your insurance company before undertaking emergency measures to minimize the damage.

Insurance Coverage

• If the source of the water was inside the home or business, the damage will probably be covered by insurance.

Eliminate Unhealthy Conditions

• Some water damage episodes can literally take weeks to dry on their own.
• Mold can begin to grow in as little as 48 hours, and double every few hours.
• Mold is very unhealthy; especially at risk are infants, the elderly and those with weak immune systems.
• Mold has been the cause of illnesses in many "sick building" situations.