HOW CAN FLOODS AFFECT YOUR HOME OR BUSINESS?

5/26/2023 (Permalink)

Water is a powerful force and at times even our buildings are impacted by its strength. Water damage from floods is one of the most common and costly hazards in the U.S. In severe flooding, suffering residents and damaged properties are the first image to come to mind. Often the devastating impact floods can have on business is overlooked. Just like homes and residential buildings, many businesses get hit by storms and floods and are forced to be shut down for days, weeks, or even months.

Floods can have impacts on business and although insurance can cover some of the costs, there are also costs that can’t be reclaimed.

Here are ways flood damage can affect your home or business.

1. Health and safety risks

Water damage from flooding produces plenty of health and safety risks if water is not immediately cleaned up, including:

• Electrical damage and risk
• Structural damage
• Contaminated drinking water
• Sanitary hazards and diseases
• Defunct drainage and sewage system

2. Property damage

Ninety percent of damage related to all-natural disasters is caused by flood-related water damage. Home, business, vehicles, belongings, and equipment. Nothing is immune. Just a few inches of water could cause major damage to the contents of your home or business, not to mention buildings and land.

3. Closing of business premises

Flood water entering a business storefront means the business will have to close its doors for weeks or months until it’s clean and safe for customers to return. This can devastate and deplete reserve funds fairly quickly as bills still need to be paid.

Time is not on your side. Property damage and loss from seeping water require fast action. Don’t delay water damage cleanup. Contact SERVPRO of Ventura. Ensure a quick and speedy resolution by contacting caring professionals.