Four Common Sources Of Water Damage And Ways To Restore Your Home

Water damage is a very common issue that can be caused by a large variety of different sources. In practice, however, most water damage incidents are caused by just a small number of water damage sources. Your best hopes of preventing water damage rest on focusing your efforts on preventing these few different causes of water damage. Here are four of these sources from our water damage restoration experts at ERX in Las Vegas

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Burst Or Leaking Pipes

Of all the potential sources of water damage within your home, this is arguably the most serious. With high water pressure, even a crack the size of a quarter-inch in a pipe can lead to massive amounts of flooding in minutes. Thus, it is extremely important that you remain apprised of the condition of your pipes and make needed repairs well before they come close to cracking or busting. It’s also worth noting that steel pipes are especially susceptible to corroding and causing water damage and restoration costs. Fortunately, steel pipes are rarely used now in favor of other, more durable metals. If you ever notice any damage to your pipes or even the smallest of leaks, call a plumber for help right away so you can have the situation taken care of before it becomes more serious. 

Broken Appliances

There are several appliances throughout every home that can lead to serious water damage if not taken care of properly. These include the washing machine, refrigerator, hot water heater, and dishwasher just to name a few. The tricky thing about water damage originating from appliances is that the damage can easily go on undetected for an extended period of time. This occurs, for instance, when the ice maker in a refrigerator leaks and water pools behind the refrigerator without your knowledge. All in all, inspect your appliances often and go out of your way to leak for leaks so you can prevent this from happening. 

Running Or Leaking Toilets

Without a proper seal, your toilet can easily become a major source of water damage and restoration costs. Look for perpetual moisture around the base of your toilet. Don’t just dismiss this as condensation from a hot shower as it could be caused by a leak in your toilet. Moreover, this doesn’t damage your bathroom floor. A perpetually running toilet can also cause a serious spike in your water usage and increase your water bill. 

Clogged Drains

A clogged drain can very easily overflow and cause water to spill out of the sink and cause water damage. Fortunately, you can easily prevent this by never flushing the wrong materials down your drains and promptly using a drain snake if any clogging does occur. 

Don’t let a water damage disaster cause any more grief or expense for you than necessary! Call us at ERX in Las Vegas ASAP if your home ever floods and we will be right out to help you restore the damage and get your life back on track.