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 […]
It’s hurricane season down here on the Gulf Coast, and as we anticipate strong storms, many homeowners are preparing for the worst. This weekend, Tropical Storm Barry, the first major storm of the season, will make landfall. It is likely that this storm will produce strong winds capable of damaging your property directly and by […]
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 […]