For people, water is necessary for survival. However, for a house, water can be a destructive force that can lead to wood rot, peeling paint, insect infestation, shorter lifespan of roofing and siding and higher maintenance costs.more...
Preventing water damage – or responding quickly when leaks occur – can help minimize the cost and inconvenience of cleanup. There are several systems on the market that notify you when a water loss has occurred.
IBHS does not evaluate the performance of specific products, but here are some things to...
Basement flooding can be a problem in some homes, and there are steps to take to minimize potential damage. But since a flooded basement can result from a number of things, there is no single method for prevention. The most important things are to determine: 1) When is the...
Washing machine hose failures are one of the top five sources of preventable water losses, according to research by the Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS).
You probably haven’t checked your washing machine hoses in a while – if ever. But since they could lead to thousands of dollars...
This easy-to-use guide has been provided to help you safeguard your family’s well-being, to help you protect your most cherished possessions, to help you save money, and to enhance the value of the investment you’ve made in your home. This guide includes a room-by-room reference chapter that details the quickest...
