Guarding Against Flooding Damage From Heavy Rains in Telluride

9/2/2017 (Permalink)

Avert Telluride Home Flooding, Keep Drains and Gutters Open--SERVPRO tip

SERVPRO Tips to Protect and Mitigate Damages Caused by Floods and Storms

Disasters are a part of life, and no matter where you live, everyone can be at risk of flooding from heavy rains. Changing weather patterns have been sending surprises to many who thought they were safe, so even if you live on high ground, it is in your best interests to take precautions to prevent flood damage while living in Telluride. Consider flood insurance if it is available and affordable.

Preventative measures against flooding and flood damage from rain in Telluride run from very expensive, to affordable, common sense precautions. If you reside in a flood prone area, you may consider raising the level of your home. It can be pricey to raise a home that is pre-existing. However, it does get it above flood level. Typically, this is not a practicle solution is utilized for specific structures like historic homes. If that is not in your budget, think about covering the exterior walls with a sealant which is waterproof. They apply like paint and are very commonly used on cinder block basement walls. It is an affordable and surprisingly effective project for most homeowners.
 
For times when the rains hit, and your home does become overwhelmed by flood waters, you need professionals, such as SERVPRO, to properly extract the water and restore your home back to order. Our technicians are trained exactly how to handle these situations in a timely fashion to avoid further damage.
 
Even more affordable and simpler, make sure you have appropriate rain gutters installed, and just as important, keep them clean. If you do not want to climb the ladder yourself, you can hire someone to do the job once or twice a year. It is a good investment to keep your gutters clear of debris which clogs them up, keeping rain water out of your house. Splash pads and downspouts increase the efficiency of gutters by channeling the flow of water even further away from the foundation.
 
Other precautions to take include grading your lot to keep water flowing away from your home, placing sandbags to divert the flow of water, and investing in a sump pump. Installing a backflow protection device is also a good idea, as it protects a potable water system from potential hazards.
 
Our SERVPRO technicians work fast in an emergency, so you do not have to worry. Our professional grade equipment helps us to get your home thoroughly dry again, and we salvage everything possible for you.
 
SERVPRO of Montrose/Telluride is available to assist you anytime you have a flooding emergency. Residents of Telluride, Montrose, and Delta can reach us easily by dialing (970) 240-6970.

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