Is insurance usually required for these types of services?

Depending on the unique circumstances surrounding both type and severity levels associated thereof service needs, insurance might not always be essential.

How can I tell if a weather related claim is covered under my insurance policy?

It depends on the specifics of your policy and what type of coverage you have. Generally, most policies cover damage that results from very specific types of events like hail or windstorms. If in doubt it’s best to contact your insurer directly for more information about potential coverage.

How often should I check my policy details?

You should review your insurance documentation each time a change is made or at least annually in order to ensure that it meets all applicable state laws and regulations. Additionally, if there are changes within your company’s operations or area of operation (such as acquiring new property) then those matters need immediate attention so that any necessary adjustments can be made quickly an efficiently without delay.

ServiceMaster of Lynchburg

WHAT IS WATER MITIGATION?

Water mitigation is the process of reducing or preventing the amount of damage to a property after water-related damage. Water works quickly and efficiently to cause destruction in your home. We're ready to act even faster to help you prevent additional damages and costs.

CAUSES OF WATER DAMAGE

Water damage can be caused anytime water enters your home where it shouldn't be. Some of the most common causes of water damages are:

Plumbing leaks
Burst or broken pipes
Clogged toilets
Leaking roofs
Foundation cracks
Moisture build-up

No matter the cause, immediate mitigation is the key to reducing the damage to your home, and at ServiceMaster® we're always ready to take on that task. Our rapid response team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to immediately respond to your emergency water damage ensuring the most thorough and efficient restoration possible.

WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU EXPERIENCE A WATER LOSS

Call for professional help immediately. Water damage and microbial growth can begin within hours of the damage.
Take pictures before beginning any water removal, so the initial extent of the damage is documented.
Ensure the area is safe to enter.
Remove as much water as you can on your own, including any wet materials that aren't permanently attached.
Lift draperies and furniture off of the floor as much as possible.
Remove other contents such as photographs, painting, and art to a safe, dry location.

WHAT NOT TO DO IN A WATER DAMAGE

Don't ever enter a room with standing water until you've turned the electricity off.
Do not use a regular household vacuum to remove water as it's an electrical hazard.
Never use electronics or electrical appliances that are sitting on wet carpet or flooring.
Do not remove tacked-down carpet without professional help.
If you find visible mold, leave it alone. Disturbing it can disperse the spores making the problem worse.

SERVICEMASTER® OFFERS A COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF WATER DAMAGE MITIGATION SERVICES TO SUIT ALL OF YOUR NEEDS:

Appliance Ruptures & Leaks
Roof Leaks & Failures
Flooded Basement & Rising Water
Fire Fighting Damage
Drying & Dehumidification
Burst & Leaking Pipes
Contaminated Water & Sewage Backups
Content & Document Drying
Carpet & Upholstered Furniture
Other Residential Services

REMOVING WATER AND RESTORING PEACE OF MIND

The faster the response to a water damage, the more likely we are to be able to salvage and restore your floors, walls, and priceless possessions. The certified technicians on our rapid response team offer decades of field experience to come into your home with the knowledge, confidence, and proven water remediation techniques that will have you on the way to recovery. Our expert team will guide you every step of the way from the first phone call to the last piece of furniture put back into place, so you'll know you're in excellent and caring hands from start to finish.