What causes water damage?

Water damage can occur after natural disasters, such as thunderstorms, hail storms or hurricanes that cause flooding; losses from pipe or hose leaks or bursts; appliance malfunctions, roof leaks, foundation leaks, septic tank or sewer line backups, poor drainage, and more. Truly catastrophic events can produce many millimeters of rain and huge flooding situations. 70% of all property damage claims involve “Water Damage”