Guarding Against Water Damage

During the next few months, snow and ice will melt, bringing the possibility of flooding and water damage. Now is the time to make sure that your home is ready to withstand such conditions.

Remove snow from your roof. Inspect your roof and walls for cracks and holes – anywhere water can seep in. If you find any, make any necessary repairs by calling a qualified professional. It’s very important that this job is done right. Water damage can be very costly, so spending some money now to take care of any problems is a good investment.

Also, when it’s extremely cold outside, it’s very important to make sure that water flows through pipes, so as to not suffer a broken pipe. Turn on a faucet and let your water drizzle.

If you do suffer from a flood, check the credentials of potential repair firms before you hire them. Reputable companies, like HiCaliber, will have a general contractors’ license. These companies will charge a little bit more, but they have the skills and knowledge to do the job right, as well as insurance to cover any mistakes.

Most companies that advertise for water damage restoration do not actually have a general contractor license, so they may be limited in what they are legally allowed to do. At best, these companies will hire a contractor for you. Most of the time, however, they attempt to make repairs themselves – buyer beware.

We wish success with securing your home against the elements,

The HiCaliber Team.

P.S. For all your water and fire damage restoration needs, as well as any reconstruction projects you may have, please call HiCaliber first. For a comprehensive list of all of our services, please look at our website.