Water Damage? How to Protect Your Investments
Any home can be flooded in the event of a mild or severe natural disaster. Most water main breaks or pipe malfunctions can’t always be predicted and businesses and homes in designated flood zones are the most susceptible to recurring damage. How can property owners protect their investments? Here are a few ways you can prepare your home or business before there is the need for water damage restoration. Texas is well acquainted with the effects of flood and hurricane damage. Those of us blessed to be in the Lone Star State should be ever ready to keep our homes safe. When You Build or Remodel Whether you’re preparing to break ground or just remodeling your home, consider these tips for protecting your investment and preventing water damage. Elevate the main utilities in your home to be higher than standard construction requirements.Switches, circuit breakers, sockets and wiring should all be moved at least twelve inches above the flood elevation. Be sure to hire a qualified elect...