Flood Prevention

3/8/2017 (Permalink)

Believe it or not, Flooding is the most common natural disaster in the United States. According to the National Flood Insurance Program, between 2001 and 2010 it caused over $2.7 Billion in damage. Unfortunately, your homeowner's insurance policy doesn’t cover Flooding which means you need to buy a separate flood insurance policy. The main way to prevent Flood damage is to take precautions which usually can take only a few hours to a few days. Follow these tips to reduce the chances of Flood damage!

1. Fix leaks immediately: When you see wet spots on the ceiling or cracks in the foundation, fix them as soon as soon as possible.
2. Get extra roof protection.  install a rubber roof underlayment, a waterproof barrier that goes under the shingles and protects the roof from water intrusion.
3. Close foundation cracks. with mortar and masonry caulk or hydraulic cement.