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How to Tell Whether Water Damage Is New or Old
Whether you’re dutifully attending open houses looking for your next home, or have lived in the same one for decades, you should always be on the lookout for water damage. That’s because it’s more than an eyesore: Water damage is a sign of a larger problem.
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What to Do With a Car That’s Been Flooded
The day before Superstorm Sandy slammed into my neck of the woods a decade ago, my wife asked if we should move our car off the street. I said, confidently and incorrectly, that our street didn’t typically flood, so we had nothing to worry about. A mere 24 hours and 1.2 m of water in…
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How to Tell If a Car Was Previously Damaged in a Flood
Flooding can do some major damage to a car, even if it’s not immediately visible (once it has been cleaned). Unfortunately, this means that some vehicles that are irreparably harmed may be shipped off and sold in other parts of the country — specifically, places less prone to flooding where buyers may not be aware…
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Google Maps Will Now Warn You About Natural Disasters In Your Area
Google Maps can already route you around traffic and road closures, but now it will also be able to help you steer clear of areas affected by natural disasters.