Three\u002Din\u002Dfive Ontarians have flooding fears, a new survey shows
“One of the biggest threats to property is flooding and water damage,” said Jim Mandeville, a senior vice president at First Onsite Property Restoration..“In the spring, when the ground is still frozen, thawing snow and heavy rainfall heighten the risk of water damage to residential and commercial properties.”
Sixty-six percent of people were also concerned about the cost of major renovations and 53% were concerned about their level of insurance. First Onsite, a company that has been on the front lines of high-risk situations due to climate change, natural disasters, and weather-related events, cautions there are warning signs that property owners should look out for.
The scene at Islington and Hwy. 401 during a mass flooding that struck Toronto and the GTA in July 2019.“Property damage can range from small leaks and damage to interior walls, to completely inundating buildings. If severe, water damage can even put stress on the structural integrity of a property. That’s why it’s so important to get a professional restoration team on your side the moment you notice water damage,” the survey said.
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