When it comes to disaster preparedness in Georgia, damage mitigation is something you don’t want to ignore. While your homeowner’s insurance policy will help cover most of the damage that occurs to your property, preventing additional property damage is an important step to take as you file your claim.
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By not mitigating damage, you run the risk of having your coverage reduced or eliminated, depending on what the circumstances are. There are numerous examples of damage mitigation, such as:
- Using tarps to cover areas of the home that have been damaged during a storm in order to prevent further damage from occurring as a result of high powered winds or the intrusion of water.
- Making sure you turn your water off if you notice a leak.
- Drying your home out after it has been flooded.
- Making sure you remove fallen trees or branches from your property.
When filing a claim, your representative will let you know what kind of damage mitigation is expected. You should always contact your insurer immediately after your home has been damaged to get the process moving quickly. For additional tips on disaster preparedness in Georgia, be sure to contact us at Parker Young today.