Preventing Water Damage

8/22/2019 (Permalink)

Water damage can be a frustrating event that one can experience. Although we hope you never have to experience such an event, SERVPRO of West Brown County is always ready to help you with any water damage needs you may have. We are able 24/7 365 days a year! Luckily there are a few things homeowners and business owners can do to prevent water from happening in the first place.

Inspect your roof

Your roof is constantly exposed to sunlight, rain, and many other things. You should inspect your roof regularly especially after a heavy thunderstorm. Look for shingles that are missing or loose, or any heavy wear.

Clean your gutters

 You should clean your gutters regularly to ensure proper drainage. If you put off cleaning your gutters, in a worst-case scenario, your foundation could settle cracking your basement walls.

Test your sump pump regularly

Sump pumps are incredibly important devices that help keep your home safe from any water damage. You should check your sump pump at least yearly, ideally, you’d want to check your sump pump after heavy storms to ensure it is properly working.

Check for leaks

Check your pipes regularly to make sure there are no leaks. You should have your pipes repaired as soon as possible to avoid any further problems such as mold.

Bonus tip:  Check your water bill

If you notice your water bill is higher than usual it might be a cause for concern. There could be a potential leak, or something is just not right. Check it out before any more damage occurs.

Call in the professionals

If water damage does happen in your home or business, rest assured that SERVPRO of West Brown County is ready to help you. We are available at any time or day, and since we’re local, we’re faster to any sized disaster!

Call us, we are here for you at (920) 434-8224.