How To Protect Your Home From Floods

March is Flood Awareness Month!

Floods may arise from many situations, including heavy rainfall, overflowing bodies of water, rapid snowmelt and damaged infrastructure. Even a slight amount of floodwater entering your home could cause significant damage. So taking steps to protect your property from floods is essential.

Consider the following strategies to minimize flood-related losses:

• Clear your gutters and downspouts regularly.
• Adjust the grading of your property to ensure water flows away from your home.
• Seal cracks that could allow water inside, such as in foundations or walls, or around windows.
• Elevate valuable equipment or property inside and outside your home, such as air conditioners, valuable possessions and important documents.
• Acquire flood insurance, which is typically not included in standard homeowners coverage.

Contact us today for more information about protecting and insuring your home.