share…Roof Collapse and Flood Damage Force Seattle Store to Close A popular children’s clothing store in downtown Seattle requires major repairs after inclement weather caused serious flood damage. Overnight rain ripped the roof open, leaving a gaping hole that resulted in flood damage to the building. Matters were made worse by a sprinkler pipe … Read More »
share…Signs of Climate Change Have Seattle Residents Worried about Property Damage According to Seattle Weekly, communities across Washington are starting to notice the ill effects of climate change. For property owners, in particular, the climate shift has become a threat to their investments and wellbeing. In Skagit County, the Swinomish Tribe from Fidalgo Island is already … Read More »
share…Why Flood Damage Is Not the Only Concern during a Rainstorm It’s no secret that Seattle floods can wreak havoc on a home. In addition to causing structural damage, floods can lead to the growth of mold. Mold outbreaks can cause severe allergic reactions and respiratory illnesses. However, floods aren’t the only concern during a rainstorm, … Read More »
share…Heavy Rains Hit Seattle, Cause Severe Flood Damage The Seattle Times predicted that 7 inches of rain would flood the city in mid-January. Although the forecast was slightly exaggerated, the city did see its fair share of flooding at the start of the New Year. Rain, however, was not the only concern for residents in … Read More »
share…3 Most Common Causes of House Floods Floodwater can cause devastating amounts of damage, rendering a home virtually unlivable while creating conditions for dry-rot and mold. Understanding what leads to a flood is one of the most effective methods for preventing one from ever occurring; by knowing how and when a flood can start, homeowners … Read More »
share…4 Reasons Mold Testing Is Critical after a Flood Standing water is rarely the only destructive force during a flood. Depending on the cause, floods and water damage can lead to many complications for home- and business owners. One of the most serious threats is the growth of mold. Mold can cause severe allergic reactions … Read More »
share…3 Smart Ways to Respond to a House Flood Floods can be a nightmare for home- and business owners. They can result from a number of causes, from heavy rains to plumbing leaks. Although no one can control the weather, there are certain steps that property owners can take to reduce the chances of a … Read More »
share… 4 Risks Associated With Flood Damage Floods can range in intensity from small nuisances to major catastrophes. Depending on the cause of the flood, water damage is often costly to repair and can incur countless amounts of property damage. When home- or business owners attempt to fix problems alone, the damage often becomes … Read More »
share…3 Ways to Help Recover Flood-Damaged Books For both homeowners and booklovers, a major flood can be one of the most troubling and catastrophic events. It’s no secret: Water can cause virtually irreversible damage to books and documents if left unaddressed. It’s rare that homeowners have the equipment to handle the issue alone, and the … Read More »
