Flooding in Crawford and NE Venango Counties

8/20/2020 (Permalink)

If you experience flood damage, call SERVPRO of Crawford and NE Venango Counties! We don't wait around!

Given a few rainy days in a row or one torrential downpour, rivers, streams, and lakes overflow their banks. With only a few inches of water, you can have many hundreds to thousands of dollars’ worth of flood damage in your home or commercial building.

A flash flood can often bring a wall of water that is 10 to 15 feet high. New construction in your neighborhood can change runoff patterns in the area and can increase your flood risks. Most insurance plans do not include flood damage, and this must be purchased separately, in most cases. 

Interesting Facts About Flood Damage and Prevention Tips:

The average cost of flood damage is around $5,000 to $10,000 depending on the type of damage and where the water came from. To avoid having to spend a few months of your salary on repairing your home, try these prevention tips instead!

• An inspection and flushing your water heater once a year, by a plumber, can contribute to preventing it bursting on you and flooding the area.
• Replacing the rubber hoses on all appliances that use water with metal braided hoses can help to avoid the failing of the rubber ones as they can get hard and burst. Check all hoses, even the metal braided ones every year. 
• Leaks from toilets are often indicated by a little leakage from the base. Ask everyone in the family to stand in the bathroom, after flushing and watching for any tell-tale leaks. 
• Do you know where to locate the main water shut-off? If a pipe bursts inside, you need to be able to get it turned off quickly. 
• If you have a sump pump, now is a good time to get it checked and think about a backup unit. 
• Always be looking for signs of plumbing leaks, such as on ceilings and walls; look for stains and moisture on walls and floors. 
• Leaking or even broken pipes are often gushing water, and it is not noticed because it might be hidden. Check out your water usage when no faucets are turned on; locate the water meter and take a reading, then use no water for an hour or so and read it again. Has it moved? If so, you have a leak someplace, so get a plumber to check it out. 
• Always monitor your monthly water bill. If it goes up a lot one billing cycle, you might have the need for a plumber to come in and check all connections. 
• Since a lot of water comes from inside your home and can damage many walls, floors, and furniture; this can provide the moisture needed for mold to grow. To prevent mold, you want to eliminate any moisture as quickly as possible.

If you do experience flooding to your home or business, SERVPRO of Crawford and NE Venango County is happy to help! We are known for our dedication to excellent customer service and quick response time. Give us a call today if you need our help! (814) 350 7651

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