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7/21/2019 (Permalink)
Water is an absolute requirement in daily life and so beneficial. But it also can take on a more sinister side and lead to much damage periodically.
There are many different things that can cause water damage—are you familiar with the numerous things that are behind it?
From 2009 to 2015, The Travelers Insurance Companies Inc. found that the top five causes of home claims were:
- Exterior wind damage
- Non-weather-related water damage
- Hail
- Weather-related water damage
- Theft
Did you notice that water appears on this list twice? Better question—are you surprised by this? Because of its prevalence on the list, water is broken into two classifications: non-weather-related and weather-related.
Non-weather-related issues can come from things like plumbing and appliances, while weather-related damage naturally consists of issues from rain and snow.
The top five causes for water damage are plumbing issues, leaky washing machines, bursting water pipes, older water heaters and bad weather.
Water damage is a costly experience to be sure, one that could be so much worse if it isn’t covered by your homeowners insurance plan. Have you taken the time to review your policy lately? Here are some of the damages caused by water that should be covered in a standard homeowners policy:
- Damages caused by from weight of wintery elements
- Discharge and overflow of water, even by accident
- Tearing apart, cracking, burning or bulging of a steam or hot water heating system
- Freezing of plumbing and pipes
Avoiding water-related issues and potential damage situations is possible.
Make use of the following preventive fixes and routine maintenance suggestions to help your home remain free and clear of water issues:
- Applying water sensors and automatic shut-off valves
- Getting back flow valves and standpipes put in basement drains
- Clearing the gutters and downspouts of debris
- Taking time to flush the hot water tank every six months
- Keeping grease out the kitchen sink and drain
Hopefully you can make use of these tips and help keep your property safer from some forms of water damage
Water damage can be a nightmare to deal with, but fortunately, you will always have SERVPRO® of Northwest Long Beach on your side to help with the cleanup and restoration process.