Tips to Protect your Home from Water Damage

Tuesday, February 24th, 2015

Water damage is one of the most common and costly disasters affecting homeowners. Think about how many hours you are away from your home. Whether it is going to work every day, a weekend getaway, or a family holiday, many of us are gone for an extended period of time. Now, imagine how you would feel if you came home after a nice relaxing holiday or a weekend getaway to find water in your bedroom with the ceiling collapsed, or water running down your stairs.

Water Damage

Causes of Water Damage

This is a list of the common causes of plumbing leaks that lead to water damage in our homes.

Dishwashers
Water heaters
Toilets
Sinks
Washing machines
Showers and bath tubs

Whether you experience a huge water leak or a small unnoticed water leak, the damage can be devastating. Here is a list of things you can do to protect your home from water damage.

Check hoses on a regular basis:
It is recommended to check hoses that lead to your washing machine, dishwasher, and refrigerator on an annual basis, looking for cracks or water leaks.

Check showers and baths:
Make sure the sealant around your showers and bath are watertight. If you see cracks in the sealant , replace it. Sealant is very inexpensive and can prevent water from seeping into your floor.

Know where and how to shut off your water main:
If a pipe suddenly bursts in your home, it is important to know how to shut off the water supply. In most situations, shutting off the water main will stop the flow of water. Know where to find your stopcock and use it to cut off the flow of water if a pipe starts leaking.

Fix any dripping taps:
Fix any dripping taps as soon as possible to avoid a more a serious escape of water.

Preventing frozen pipes:
Insulate external pipes and any internal ones that are exposed to freezing, make sure you also insulate the corners and elbows of pipework as these tend to be the most exposed. In cold weather, check all your taps in your home from time to time. If little or no water flows there may be frozen water in the pipes.

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