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What You Can Do to Avoid Problems From Moisture Or Flooding in Your Home Or Business

Mon 10 Aug 2009 - 15:33

What You Can Do to Avoid Problems From Moisture Or Flooding in Your Home Or Business
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Connor_R_Sullivan]Connor R Sullivan

Several states in the Midwest as well as the Southeast are prone to flooding by their close proximity to rivers or water that can be flooded due to high rain or even hurricanes. Typically, flooding occurs in the Spring in the colder climates and in the Summer and Fall in other climates. This article will discuss ways you can prepare for some flooding and increased moisture problems in your home or office by buying things like modular carpet and modular floors to mold resistant construction for your walls, to putting your home up on risers.

Some areas are not only prone to possible flooding but they are also very humid climates that produce increased moisture in buildings as well. When constructing a home or a new office in these types of areas, many things should be considered to avoid the possibility of floods or high humidity. The best idea would be to construct your building up on high risers if the possibility of flooding is extremely high. Then if a flood does occur, your property will not get wet at all and your home or business will be spared.

If putting your building up on risers is not an option then constructing your home with mildew repellent wood and materials is a great idea. Even if a flood does not happen, moisture and humid air can cause mold and mildew in your home. Often times, mold and mildew can not be seen but can be very harmful to your health and can cause a variety of problems like asthma, allergies, and neurological problems that are long lasting. By using this type of special wood and other building materials the chance of having mold and mildew in your building is no longer a concern.

Another option to consider is a good choice of flooring in these locations. Tile is an excellent choice because water can just mopped off of it but sometimes in very humid climates, tile can be quite a bit slippery to walk on. If you want to use an area rug or some type of carpeting, it is a great idea to make an area rug or install a wall to wall carpeting look by using carpet tiles. These are very inexpensive and if just a portion of the carpet gets wet, just those tiles can be removed and replaced rather than having to replace the entire room. These tiles come in a variety of colors and you can be as creative as you would like in your selections.

The last important part of being prepared for moisture damage or flooding is to have insurance that will cover your home or business if such a problem does occur. It would be devastating to not only be forced out of your home due to a flood but to not be able to recover any of your property due to the expense and not having insurance. This type of insurance can guarantee your peace of mind and help replace your biggest investment which is your home or your own business.

Connor R. Sullivan remodeled his basement into a game room with [http://www.focusfloors.com/index.html]modular carpet squares on the floor. The [http://www.focusfloors.com/index.html]modular floors in his house create a unique and beautiful look.

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