Water Damage Statistics

4/16/2018 (Permalink)

Did you know? About 93 percent of all water damage can be prevented.

At SERVPRO of North Arlington we understand that water damage from the usual wear and tear can occur at anytime. Texas homeowners must be prepared to resolve any damage that may occur in their home. That is why SERVPRO of North Arlington is ready 24 Hours/ 7 days a week with skilled technicians ready to respond to your water emergency. 

Here are a few statistics for North Texas   Homeowners to bring awareness to water damage in the home.

Water damage in homes typically comes from the following sources:

• Frozen pipes
• Leaking pipes
• Leaky roof
• Broken washing machine hose
• Plumbing problems
• Insulations issues

Usually water damage in the home is not at the forefront of a homeowners mind and is considered a rare occurrence. 

Take a look at just how often it does occur with these Water Damage Statistics:

• Almost 40 percent of all homeowners have said that they have experienced loss from water damage
• About 93 percent of all water damage can be prevented
• Water damage is the second most frequently filed insurance claim in the United States
• 250 gallons of water is released a day due to a 1/8-inch crack in a pipe
• About 20 percent of all insurance claims related to water damage of some kind
• Billions of dollars in property losses are spent each year as a direct result of water damages

If your experiencing water damage and need help today. Call Your local SERVPRO of North Arlington at (817)557-1447. 

Our technicians are standing by to respond to your water emergency now!