Water Damage
Restore-It Blog

Homeownership costs, including insurance premiums and repair and material expenses, are on the rise. However, that is not the primary focus of this discussion.

Once the festivities are over, it's time to pack it up. All the decorations are taken down. The wrapping paper goes to the bin. The Christmas tree goes to the curbside for pickup, to drop-off centers, or for composting. And the ornaments go into the attic until next year. The point is, you want to be done with everything as quickly as possible. But, wait. Before you close the hatch of your attic, take a second look.

It can happen to anyone. A pipe bursts in the wall, a washing machine hose fails, or a heavy storm overwhelms the sump pump. Suddenly, there is water on the floor.

It's the middle of December in Arkansas. The heater has been running for weeks. You are walking across your living room in your socks when, suddenly, you feel something odd.

The moment you discover water damage or a fire in your home, your first instinct is to call your insurance agent. You trust them. You pay your premiums every month, and you expect them to take care of you when a disaster strikes.

Imagine this: You decide to escape the Arkansas winter for a week. You head to warmer lands, relax on the beach, and return home feeling refreshed. But when you open your front door, you step into a nightmare.

With Christmas and New Year's Eve approaching, most people in South Arkansas expect a festive gathering with great food and company. But with it may also come a little bit of anxiety. And with good reason.

So you had an incident in your home. Maybe you "overcooked" your chicken, turning it into a kitchen fire. Perhaps an old, rusty pipe finally gave in, leading to a water flood in your home. Whatever the issue, you want the problem to be fixed. But do you know what to do? Making an insurance claim is the most important step to restoring your home to normalcy.

When the storm finally clears and the skies calm, how do you really know your home is safe? Is it possible that some water damage is slowly soaking into your walls, attic, or foundation without you even realizing it?

Imagine walking into a room and being met with an unidentifiable odor, or perhaps spotting a new, subtle brown mark on your ceiling. While these details may seem insignificant and easy to dismiss, they could be indicators of a more serious, hidden problem.

Do you own or manage rental homes in Southern Arkansas? Then it's best to be prepared for these upcoming holidays! If you are worried about what could go wrong with your property while everyone is enjoying the season, you are in the right place. From the spooky fun of Halloween to the festive lights of Christmas, this season also represents the single highest-risk period for your rental properties.

Sarah is cooking in her kitchen when she gets a phone call. It was an old friend from high school, Susan, who contacted her for a potential reunion. As they talk and reminisce about the good old days, a smell alerts her. It's the kitchen. She completely forgot about turning off the stove. She rushes to the extinguisher and puts out the flames. The emergency is over... or is it?

Living in Arkansas presents numerous challenges. One of these is sudden storms. These events often result in roof damage, broken windows, or even flooding, leading many homeowners to wonder, "Will my insurance truly cover this?"

When the fall rains come, do you think about how much water your gutters and soil are handling? And have you ever wondered if those downpours could actually damage the foundation of your home?

Summer break is almost here! But before you start packing your bags for a quick visit to Hot Springs or a longer road trip, have you considered how to protect your home? If the thought of having a nice vacation ruined by coming back to extensive water damage in your home gives you anxiety, this article is for you.

The first step in fixing a water leak in your home is stopping the water flow. What comes next is equally important: making sure everything is dry so no mold grows in your home. But do you know how to prevent moisture from setting in our Southern Arkansas climate?

The sky darkens, thunder crashes, and the lights flicker. You worry about the damage to your home, but are you prepared? It's bad enough dealing with a storm outside to let a storm of anxiety make things worse.

Once the flames die down or the water recedes an important task remains: the recovery process. You are probably asking yourself, "What do I do now?" It wouldn't be uncommon to feel lost and overwhelmed.

This might have happened to you. You are sleeping soundly when the sound of dripping water suddenly wakes you up. You get up to investigate and discover that a leaky pipe has created a sizable puddle in the basement. It's been a long day, and you have work tomorrow, so you leave cleaning the mess for later. In today's hectic life, postponing some tasks is understandable, but that might not be a great idea when dealing with water damage.

Dealing with water damage is like discovering a disaster in your home. Whether it's due to burst pipes or overflowing toilets, the risk of devastation is significant, and repair expenses can be overwhelming. But hey, at least you can count on your insurance to cover the costs... or can you? Not knowing what your insurance policy includes may get you into unwanted future surprises.