It can sometimes be difficult to justify the cost of flood insurance, especially if you don’t live near bodies of water or in a climate where flooding is common. That’s why Superior Flood Inc. offers comprehensive policies at an affordable price that puts flood coverage within the reach of all homeowners.
Seeing water invade your home can be shocking. In the hours and days after a flood, it’s difficult to juggle dealing with flood insurance companies along with soggy, damaged possessions.
The problems caused by a flood don’t end when the waters recede and the new possessions have been purchased. Mold and mildew are silent threats that can be lurking behind walls and under floors, creating a potential health hazard that could affect your family for years to come.
According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, mold can begin to grow within 48 hours from when flooding first occurs. Keep reading to learn about the warning signs that mold is growing in your post-flood home, and what to do about it.
Musty Odors
You followed our tips for cleaning up your home after a flood. The standing water and visible moisture has been gone for days, but still your house smells strange. This musty, dank odor, similar to what you may smell in the basement of an old house, could be a warning sign that mold has taken hold in your home after a flood.
Unexplained Health Complications
How have you been feeling in the days and weeks after your flood cleanup? Flu or allergy-like symptoms could be in an indication that toxic, hidden mold is wreaking havoc on your body. Symptoms that may hint at mold contamination include:
- Congestion in the nasal passages or sinuses
- Persistent coughing
- Difficulty breathing or constant wheezing
- Itchiness or soreness in the throat
- Irritation of the eyes or skin
- Upper respiratory infections (including sinus)
Hopefully, this article has helped you to see the reasons why flood insurance is worth the cost. Contact Superior Flood Inc. to find the residential or commercial policy that’s right for your needs.