Annual flood damage averages between $179.8 and $496 billion in the U.S. This amount of money is equivalent to between 1% and 2% of the nation’s GDP. The immediate aftermath of a flood should be focused on ensuring the safety of your family, friends, and neighbors—not worrying about legal matters. Concerns like contacting a New […]
Floods are devastating events that can cause lasting pain and suffering. Residents are often forced to flee their homes, only to return to damaged properties, lost memories, and piles of expensive bills for property damage. When things are at their worst, the last thing victims of flood damage should have to worry about is the […]
Preparing for Hurricane Season on the Gulf Coast Strong storms and hurricanes can strike the Gulf Coast at any time, putting homeowners at risk of property damage from high winds, flying debris, flooding, and storm surges. To protect yourself and be prepared in case you need to file an insurance claim, it’s important to take […]
Who is at risk of becoming a flood victim? Chances are, the answer is not necessarily mapped out by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. FEMA created designated maps that are supposed to indicate which homes are at risk of being subjected to flooding, and to what degree. These maps, in theory, are based off a […]
A good festival can be the highlight of the warm weather seasons, but it still doesn’t come without challenges. Whether you’re camping or just attending for a day, the stamina test of sun combined with alcohol, fried food, and $10 water bottles can be a bit of damper, but it still beats the alternative of […]