Water Damage Preventative Measures

12/10/2021 (Permalink)

Clean your gutters regularly to prevent water damage.

Water damage typically is the result of leaking water and unchecked moisture levels. The damage is detrimental over time. Here are some preventative measures you can take to protect your home from water damage.

• Gutter cleaning. Make sure to get your gutters cleaned at least once or twice per year.
• Move rain runoff away from foundation. You can purchase downspout extensions to prevent rainwater from leaking into foundation cracks. Water damage in your foundation can cause severe damage.
• Sump pump maintenance. Regularly check on your sump pump. It checks for water levels in the basement and pumps out the excess water. It is important for maintaining moisture in a home.
• Check your roof. A large amount of water damage comes from water entering through leaks in the roof. You can check your roof for openings and cracks.
• Check on your appliances. A lot of electrical appliances can be sources for water leaks and tends to go unnoticed most of the time. Some of the appliances that can leak water include refrigerators, dishwashers, washing machines, and water heaters.

Water damage can be expensive but if you take preventative measures, then these problems can be avoided altogether. If you don't know where the source of your water damage is or if you want to secure your home from water damage, call SERVPRO of Monterey Park! We are trained experts that deal with any sort of water damage.