When a snowstorm strikes your neighborhood, there will always be issues that you need to deal with after the snow melts. Besides keeping you stuck at home and preventing travel, snow can cause damage to your house and could lead to costly water damage. Keep yourself safe and warm during (and after) winter storms with…
Assessing the storm damage to your property is never a great experience to deal with. Unfortunately, heavy storms, high winds, and flooding can cause significant damage to your home, including: Water seepage Roof damage and leaks Electrical hazards and shorts Mold and mildew growth Flooded basements Roof damage And more To help you get through…
If your home or commercial property is severely damaged by a hurricane, it is crucial to call the storm damage restoration experts at ServiceMaster Advantage as soon as possible. Severe structural damage to your property will only worsen if the building is not stabilized, possibly leading to worsening issues or even collapse. Understanding Hurricane Damage…
Tornadoes can cause catastrophic damage for homeowners in the United States. Every year, more than 1,200 tornadoes touch down and cause significant damage to property ($24,000 on average per affected homeowner). And because insurance may not cover everything, unprepared homeowners may experience significant financial costs – or worse, harm to their family. To prepare for…
Once winter is over, the spring months bring on better weather – but also a potential for water damage. Homes and small businesses can experience damage due to flooding and moisture build-up. Worse, your insurance policy may not compensate you for spring-thaw flooding and backed-up sewers unless you’ve specifically purchased a rider for these purposes.…
Hurricane season starts on June 1st and ends on November 30th. According to the National Hurricane Center, 97% of all hurricanes occur during that time. Now that the 2019 hurricane season is in progress, it’s time to pay attention to storm progressions. Hurricanes are less likely at the beginning of the season but not impossible.…
When you know a storm is on its way in the coming days or weeks, it’s important to prepare your home for potential damages. There are a variety of threats to your home or business at play during a storm including water damage, wind damage, hail and flying debris. Each of these should be considered…