Water damage to your home or business is an unfortunate experience. Here are some ways to mitigate water damage before it becomes even more serious.
Water damage can happen in many different ways, including:
- leaking pipe
- sewer back-up
- ruptured water supply line
- storm damage
Once water damage has occurred, it is extremely important to stop the source of moisture and contact your agent immediately to help set the claims process in motion, as necessary.
The most important thing you can do when confronted with water damage in your home or business is to follow the 4 C's of water damage handling:
- Control or eliminate the source of moisture;
- Call your agent to report the water damage claim;
- Work with your claim rep to commence the drying and repair process;
- Contact your claim rep immediately if you notice development of any mold or mildew.
Through proactive handling of water damage claims, you can help minimize the damage and reduce the possibility of mold developing from the damage, which is an extremely destructive and undesirable consequence.