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Cost of Water Damage Repair and Restoration, Water Extraction and Flood Cleanup: Pay or File a Claim?

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How do I know the true cost of water extraction, flood water cleanup, damage repair, or even file a claim? How would I know what proper tools to get the work completed on my own? Here are 5 questions to ask yourself before you go to the hardware store or even have your neighbor come to do the flood cleanup for you at a discounted rate.

Q: Do you know if the claim is covered?

A:  Coverage of water damage depends on the insurance company, but most insurance carriers do not cover water damage that enters the home subsurface.  Usually there is coverage if the water comes from the home plumbing system and does not enter the home through the foundation.  Most water damage repair is covered if it originates from a broken pipe or a leak in the plumbing.

Q: What is the amount of your deductable?

A: Call your Insurance agent. Find out what your flood damage insurance deductible is. This is the part of the flood damage repairs that you will be responsible to pay. If the water damage is small, the cost may not be more than the deductible and you will not need to file a claim.

Q: Who can you call for an estimate of the flood cleanup, repair, restoration of the damage the water has made in your beautiful home?

A: Royal Water Damage will give you a free estimate for your flood cleanup, water damage repair. Most disaster restoration companies charge by square foot for each service needed to clean up your water damage. There are standard prices that are accepted by the insurance companies.  At Royal Water Damage we guarantee to match the insurance company’s estimate so you have no out of pocket expenses for the cleanup of your flood restoration.

Q: Do you have the proper tools to get the work done yourself?

A: Sometimes there are small floods in your home that you can handle yourself. If at any time you are not sure that you can handle it give us a call 215-657-2444 and we will be there with all the proper equipment.  We can give you a free estimate and scope of work that can assist you in making that decision.

Q: How soon can a disaster cleanup restoration company be at my home to help me with the water damage?

A: Our Certified Technicians will be at your home within 45 minutes. We know how important it is to get the water off your floors and furniture. It can cause some serious damage if left sitting.

Standard flood damage cleanup includes the following:

●   Water extraction

●   Wet Pad remova
●   Pull up wet carpet
●   Treat area with disinfectant
●   Set carpet dryers
●   Set dehumidifiers

 

As you have read. It all depends on how comfortable you feel about doing the cleanup yourself versus getting someone else to come into your house doing all the work for you. We are the professionals and know what it takes to make things easy on you and your family.  Visit us at www.royalwaterdamage.com.

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Water Damage from Frozen or Broken Pipes?

Frozen, Broken Water Pipes Can Be Homeowner Nightmare.  If you have water damage from broken or frozen pipes call Royal Water Damage immediately to minimize the damage.

215-657-2244 for a FREE No Obigation Estimate

We don’t often think of damage from frozen and broken water pipes as being on the same scale as a natural disaster, but damage from water is the most prevalent — yet least recognized — catastrophe. In fact, frozen and broken water pipes rank No. 2 behind hurricanes in terms of both the number of homes damaged and the amount of claim costs in the U.S.

Damage from frozen and broken water pipes can be a homeowner’s nightmare. When a pipe bursts, water gushes from the pipe like a fire hydrant, turning a basement into a lake within minutes. Water from frozen and broken pipes causes the most damage while people are away from home, because the plumbing can rupture and water can run unnoticed for several days. Repairs of around $50,000 are common due to water’s wrath.

Frozen and broken water pipes are a significant cause of loss across the nation. Damage can include soaked and ruined drywall. Wallpaper turns moldy. Kitchen cabinets warp, and carpet and draperies can be ruined. Photo albums, paperwork, antiques, furniture and clothing also can be destroyed. Sometimes homes have to be gutted because mold and mildew cover every inch from floor to ceiling.

Potential damage from frozen and broken water pipes is preventable. Efforts to prevent pipes from breaking in your home will save you from the nightmares of water damage and help reduce the enormous insurance claims  that result. Policyholders share the financial burden of frozen and broken water pipes through increased homeowners insurance rates. Obviously, preventing broken water pipes is in your best interest

Call today for your No-Obligation, FREE Estimate – (215) 657-2244
Royal Water Damage suggests five easy  things you can do to protect your home from frozen and broken water pipes:

1. Disconnect all garden hoses and other outside hose connections. If possible, use an indoor valve to shut off and drain water from pipes leading to outside faucets.

2. Insulate all exposed pipes located in your basement, under your home, on outside walls or in attics. For pipes with northern exposures, use heat tape according to the manufacturer’s instructions. (Improper usage may cause a fire.)

3. Set the thermostat to at least 55 degrees even when your home is vacant or unoccupied during the winter. If you plan to be away during cold-weather months, have someone regularly check your home
to make sure it’s staying warm enough to prevent freezing.

4. Winterize sprinkler systems according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Blowing out excess water with a compressor may be the best way to prevent frozen and broken pipes. If you have a swamp cooler, winterize it by disconnecting the water source and clearing the line.

5. Very important is knowing how to shut off the water supply if a pipe bursts. Quick action can minimize damage.

Taking  these few precautions before the next freeze sets in may save your home
from the devastating effects of frozen and broken water pipes.

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