We’ve all seen the devastating pictures of cars submerged or being moved by flood water. If your car has been subjected to flood water, you’ll want to proceed cautiously once flood waters recede.
Resist the temptation to start your car once you get access to it. Flood water can carry dirt and particles into every system and crevice of your car, including the engine, transmission, drive train and fuel brake and power steering systems. If you start your car, these particles may be driven deeper into systems, making them more difficult to clean. Instead, have your vehicle inspected and all systems cleaned and flushed before you try and start it.
As you might guess, cars may need to be taken apart substantially for cleaning, which involves a lot of time and labor. Depending on the extent of the damage and the make and model of your car, the cost of cleaning may exceed the cost of replacing the vehicle. Check with your insurance provider to see what they can do for you.
Unfortunately, the same thing can happen with flood-damaged homes. If your home sustains structural damage, sometimes the home costs more to fix than it’s worth. One of the best ways to reduce the risk of structural damage to your home from flooding is to install flood vents. Our FEMA compliant flood vents have been installed in homes across the U.S.A. For more information on how Flood Solutions flood vents can help mitigate damage to your home in case of flooding, contact us.
