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How Can Flood Damage Harm Your Rock Hill Business?
9/22/2015 (Permalink)
One of the most common mistakes a business owner can make is believing their owned property is immune to the commercial flood damage.
How Can Flood Damage Harm Your Business?
One of the most common mistakes a business owner can make is believing their owned property is immune to the Rock Hill commercial flood damage. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) states that flood damage is one of the most frequently occurring and expensive safety hazards in the United States. A study by the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) backs up that claim with statistics citing a one-in-four chance of flooding in high-risk areas over the timespan of the average mortgage which lasts three decades. Rock Hill commercial flood damage has many causes: from storms to snow. However, a common misconception many people have is that not working near the water protects them. Water damage can also occur due to things such as clogged sewage systems, dam failures, and new paving work in the area.
Rock Hill commercial flood damage can affect businesses in five ways. First off, flood damage can pose risks to health and safety for the affected building. If excess water is not immediately drained, it poses risks. Damage and danger to electrical outlets and devices, diseases and unsanitary conditions from stagnant puddles, water that is unsafe to drink, damage to sewage systems, and so on. The second concern is the loss of life, as flash floods are the number one weather-related cause of death in the United States. Hundreds of people, pets, and undomesticated animals die every year due to flash floods.
The loss of life and safety risks brought about by floods leads to the third affected area of flood damage: emotional stability. Flood survivors experience depression, anxiety, sorrow, anger, grief, and fear when faced with the aftermath of Rock Hill commercial flood damage. This can lead to strained relationships, decreased appetite, and trouble sleeping, which is why mental health professionals always accompany FEMA and Red Cross professionals when responding to a flood. The fourth major concern is property damage. Excess water can damage the structure of a building, destroy roads and bridges, and can damage vehicles, appliances, documents, or other personal belongings. The last concern is an economic loss because most insurance policies today do not cover water damage from floods.
Don't wait until it's too late to clean up water damage and prevent further damage from happening. Call the caring professionals at SERVPRO today to ensure a quick resolution to your water damage problems.
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