What Are Some Common Reasons for Home Flooding?

10/16/2020 (Permalink)

Faulty appliances can quickly cause water damage in your home. Call the professionals at SERVPRO today for assistance.

Knowing the Common Cause of Water Intrusions in Great Neck Homes Allows Owners to Be Proactive in Preventing Them.

SERVPRO takes calls every day that involve water intrusion, and many of those calls deal with leaks of some kind. We see the same type of problems again and again. The average Great Neck residence loses up to 14% of the water delivered to the home through leaks. Dripping faucets and malfunctioning toilets account for up to 22 gallons of lost water every day. While homeowners cannot prevent every problem that leads to water loss, there are things you can do to prevent many problems.

Are Appliances a Major Concern? 

Household appliances that are improperly connected or ones that malfunction accounts for a large number of calls to our SERVPRO office. Washing machines, dishwashers, water heaters, and refrigerators with ice makers are all potential sources for water spills. Maintaining these appliances can prevent them from leaking or breaking down and the need for water extraction services in Great Neck. Steps homeowners can take include:

• Inspecting hoses regularly for cracks or weak areas. Check for kinks in the lines.
• Check for loose connections or worn out parts.
• Consider replacing rubber hoses with stainless steel hoses for durability.
• Make sure appliances with hoses are the correct distance away from the wall.
• Install a water detection device that lets you know when leaks occur.
• Have your water heater inspected annually.

Broken Pipes are a Common Issue

In minutes gallons of water can come pouring into your home from a burst pipe. This is another situation SERVPRO technicians often see. Tips that you may have a leaking pipe can be water pooling, damp cabinet walls or floors in the kitchen, or water stains on walls and ceilings. These are all signs that there is a problem that needs addressing before it becomes something much worse. Everyone in the home should know where your main water shut off valve is in case of an emergency.

Outside Issues Can Cause Inside Damage

Another typical cause of water damage inside the home is poor drainage on the property. This allows water to seep into the structure and can ruin walls, flooring, and fixtures. If you have standing water on the grounds and near your house, consider having a plumber come in. It may seem costly upfront, but it can save you in the long run. 

One of the ways water damage is prevented on the outside of the residence is with the installation of rain gutters. Most homes have them, but if they do not get cleaned regularly, they are useless. If your rain gutters are full of leaves and debris, they are not going to divert the water away from the house. Instead, you could end up needing water extraction.

If I Have a Problem, How Quick Can SERVPRO Respond?

SERVPRO has a team ready to hit the road as quickly as possible once a call is received. Fast mitigation is the key to preventing secondary damage and restoring a home in a timely manner. You should not wait to call a professional water extraction company. 

Once our technicians arrive, they get started immediately doing a detailed scope of the residence. This allows the project manager to ascertain the cause, if unknown, and the extent of the damage. He can then put a plan of action together for mitigation. Depending on the level of water damage, the technicians:

• Remove standing water with various water extraction tools such as submersible pumps, portable pumps, rovers, and wands.
• Search for hidden moisture with the aid of moisture meters, sensors, and probes.
• Use industrial fans, air movers, and dehumidifiers to restore the home to optimal relative humidity levels.
• Inspect structural elements and use controlled demolition if necessary, to assist in drying.
• Clean and restore impacted content. This can take place on-site or off-site, depending on the circumstance.
• Disinfect and sanitize with EPA-registered products.

SERVPRO crews use advanced technology and the latest restoration methods to leave your home, “Like it never even happened.” We use professional-grade equipment and tools that allow us to handle any size water cleanup. SERVPRO’s water restoration technicians (WRT) work around the clock to ensure our customers get the best possible service.

Any water intrusion means a disruption to your home and daily routine. As homeowners, we understand what this can mean to you. We also understand the damage water can do the longer it sits. Materials break down, and the need for replacement increases. Both of these reasons are why we strive to get your residence back to normal as quickly as we can. 

Contact SERVPRO of Great Neck / Port Washington at (516) 767-9600 for professional water extraction service. We’re Faster To Any Size Disaster.