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Managing Water Damage In Your Home

4/22/2020 (Permalink)

Even just a few inches of water can do serious damage to your home. Here at SERVPRO of Oldham/Shelby County we specialize in water restoration. Below we will discuss helpful DIY advice on how to deal with a water emergency and protect your home for the future.

Water Damage is the second most filed insurance claim in the United States with billions of dollars in property losses spent each year.

Follow these 3 simple steps immediately prior to troubleshooting:

  1. Turn off the water supply in your home

  2. Turn off all power

  3. Call a Water Restoration Company as soon as possible

WHY A WATER LEAK IS AN IMMEDIATE EMERGENCY:

  • A 1/8 inch crack in a pipe can cause as much as 250 gallons of water released per day!

  • Mold can grow in an untreated, damp environment within the first 24 to 48 hours

From burst pipes, to clogged toilets, sewer backups and water heater failures, water emergencies can happen at any time. SERVPRO of Oldham/Shelby County helpful infographic is designed to walk you through simple troubleshooting to address your water emergency as soon as possible.

Whether it is your water, mold or fire damage  SERVPRO of Oldham/Shelby County professionals are here to help you with all of your residential restoration needs.  

WATER DAMAGE CAN BE PUT INTO THREE CATEGORIES:

  • Category 1- Uncontaminated, clean water that doesn't pose a threat (water from a kitchen sink or tub being an example).

  • Category 2- Grey water from sump pump pit water or discharge from a dishwasher could contain contaminants and exposure could result in illness.

  • Category 3- Black water from sewer backups or floodwater can cause serious risk from exposure.

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE - DO IT YOURSELF

Keeping your home safe and dry can be an easy process if you follow these simple steps:

  1. Frequently inspect your water lines and seals on washing machines, water heaters, dishwashers and ice-makers.  Replace them if needed.

  2. Drain water heaters every six months to prevent sediment buildup.

  3. Prevent frozen pipes by maintaining the heat in your home.

  4. Inspect your water shut-off valves regularly and replace if needed.

     5.Test your sump-pump at least once a year

As always if you have a Water Intrusion give the experts at SERVPRO of Oldham/Shelby County a call to speak to a Mitigation specialist today. 502.241.6861

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