Risks of Rainwater Damage

Fall bring with it a fresh new season with a wide variety of changes. Fall colors can be some of the best of any season. For the Bay Area however, it also marks a point where the rains slowly creep their way back into our lives. Having been in the Bay Area for over 33 years we at ServiceMaster Restoration & Recovery Services have learned that the weather does in fact impact our business as well as the lives of our clients. In most cases rain damage can be minimum, but in other cases it can causes larger amounts of damage to a person's home or business. In this posting you will find a few of the damages that can be caused by rainwater and also learn about some preventative measures you can put into place.

Some of the most common rainwater damages are:

1. Splash-up Damage to wood sidings

2. Water damage to roofs caused by puddling

3. Broken drain pipes caused by gutter blockage

4. Broken seals in window panes

5. Leaks into the interior of the house (mostly attics and other storage areas with poor insulation)

Of course there are many other risks that are not listed above that can affect a home or property. We have listed below a good resource for you to follow if you would like more information on how you can better protect your home again rainwater damage. 

As the rains and rain season approach, our team is standing by 24/7 to assist any clients who need emergency water damage mitigation services. To schedule our technicians simply call us at 1-800-439-8833 as soon as possible. Remember, QUICK RESPONSE = LOWER COST! 

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