Common Places Water Can Leak in Your Home | SERVPRO® of North East Charlotte County

1/28/2022 (Permalink)

A water leak can turn into a big problem. Contact the SERVPRO of North East Charlotte County team if you are dealing with any water damage

The last thing you want to hear in the morning is, “we have a water leak!” While we need water to survive, we need it to stay in the right places.

Knowing the different places where water can enter your home and how water gets into placed it isn’t supposed to is important. Here are some common sources of water damage in the home.

The bathroom. There are plenty of places in the bathroom for leaks to occur as there are plenty of supply lines and drains in showers and tubs, toilets, and sinks.

Dishwasher supply line and drain. Dishwashers have a supply line, drain and a tub that holds water. So there are multiple opportunities for leaks to occur.

Cracked flashing or vent boots. Cracked flashing and vent boots are another cause for concern. Flashing can degrade over time and should be inspected annually. Vent boots are made from a thick silicone material and should last about 30 years, maybe more depending on the climate in your area.

Outside piping. Every house has a supply pipe coming in and a drain pipe going out, and those pipes are both susceptible to breaking. In colder climates, these pipes have to be buried deep underground so as not to freeze. Many times, outside piping can be covered by a separate insurance plan so homeowners don’t have to be concerned with the a major repair.

Drain problems. Drains can clog for any number of reasons. Three of the most common are grease/food in the kitchen, hair in the shower and a toilet obstruction. If you can keep these three issues under control, the potential for drain issues will be reduced.

It’s smart to stay on top of the home systems that keep water from infiltrating your home. All of these systems have a shelf life, and replacing or repairing them prior to failure can save you a lot of time, money and stress.

If a water leak erupts into a big problem at home, you’ve got the best team in the business on your side. Contact SERVPRO today so we can get started.