A person's hands are shown as they install a tile floor. There are some tests that can be performed by forensic experts to see if it is possible to reverse the damage rather than having to resort to costly replacement. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Attorneys and insurance adjusters have difficulty in cases where flooding occurs due to the fact that it is difficult to determine if a floor needs to be replaced or if it can be repaired. This is going to be a question that will need to be answered in light of Hurricane Ian, which recently hit Florida. To determine the extent of damage and ultimately settle on a value for the claim a thorough understanding of what can cause these damages is necessary. The following article will help you understand what can happen when a stone or tile floor is flooded.

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