When you are dealing with flood damage, the last thing you need is a surprise. So take some time to go through the Standard Flood Insurance Policy for a full list of coverages and exclusions when you’re applying. The following are a few examples: Property outside a building. This includes decorative and recreational items such as swimming pools, hot … More
Spring may be in the air, but it also means more water on the ground. To property owners that means a real danger of serious flooding. Every spring, warmer weather and melting ice and snow cause large amounts of runoff water to accumulate. And because the ground is still frozen, the water cannot penetrate … More
Was super-storm Sandy a one-time fluke of nature? Or a hint of changing weather patterns with more to come? One thing it taught us was that weather forecasting isn’t 20/20 and flood damage can occur anywhere, anytime. So it’s important to prepare for the possibility of a flood, no matter how distant the possibility. Super-storm … More
Now’s the perfect time to learn more about your risk of flooding and how you can protect your property from flood damage. 1. Everyone is at risk for flooding Flooding can occur anywhere, anytime. And it’s caused by more than just rainfall. Snow melt, hurricanes and new development in your area also can cause flooding. … More
An inch of water can cause as much as $21,000 in flood damage Most people think of floods as a result of hurricanes, tropical storms and rising coastal waters. But there are many other ways dangerous and costly flooding can occur. Flooding can be a result of natural and unnatural causes Flooding can result from … More
Flood insurance from The Hartford: Three decades of protecting homes and businesses As one of the country’s largest flood insurance providers, The Hartford offers flood insurance to protect our customers’ homes and business properties through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). Through The Hartford, you can protect against flood damage to your most valuable … More
