20 Tips to Prevent Water Damage in Your Home
7/5/2022 (Permalink)
Water Damage can Occurs Due to:
- A water heater
- A broken line under your sink
- A clog in a toilet
- A split hose connected to an appliance
Preventing leaks before they start is the best way to prevent water damage. Here are 20 tips you can follow to lessen the likelihood of water damage to your home.
- Inspect Sinks and Drains
- Check Your Appliances Regularly
- Shut off Your Water Main While Away
- Know Where Your Water Shut-off Valves Are
- Install Leak Detectors
- Install a Water Flow Monitoring System
- Check Water Pressure with a Pressure Gauge
- Buy or Replace a Pressure Release Valve
- Fix the Caulking Around Your Home
- Monitor Your Water Bill
- Clean Gutters and Downspouts
- Install Gutter Guards
- Clean Downspouts and Decline Your Soil
- Maintain Trees and Shrubs
- Deline Your Soil
- Monitor Your Sump Pump
- Fix Water Leaks
- Repair Your Chimney
- Replace Copper Pipes
- Install Floor and Drain Pans
If you have any questions on these tips feel free to give SERVPRO of Coos, Curry, & Del Norte Counties a call (541)808-2600.