The Sneaky Ways Water Might Infiltrate Your Home | SERVPRO® of New Center/Highland Park

Water seepage can be a hidden problem that goes unnoticed, but there are many indications you can keep an eye out for. Excess moisture will lead to poor indoor air quality that can create a distinctive earthy odor.

The additional moisture may also cause your interior appliances to corrode. While there are numerous indicators of a moisture-related problem, a pool of water forming on your floor is one of the most obvious noticeable signs.

Water damage can wreak havoc on your home both inside and out. Continue reading to discover the causes of water seepage and a few practical fixes.

Water Fixture Leaks

Bathroom appliances like your sink are a common cause of water damage. Before you have a chance to stop it, water can flood your home through damaged water supply lines or from old caulk around your appliances.

Regularly inspect these places for leaks and make sure any maintenance, like installing fresh caulk, is completed as quickly as possible. Early detection of a leak could save you a ton of money and time on repairs!

Water From Appliances

There is a possibility of leakage if your refrigerator includes an ice machine or a water supply. Appliances like your dishwasher can form leaks that go undetected and only worsen as time goes on. This may result in damaged flooring that needs costly restoration work and time-consuming repairs.

To inspect an appliance for leakage, unplug it and move it away from the wall. Search behind it for any noticeable signs of damage, mold development and wet spots. If you detect any issues, reach out to SERVPRO and our team can get your problem under control fast.

External Sources

Of course, water damage isn’t just an indoor issue! Leaks can develop from external factors like a nearby river overflowing or a strong storm and cause issues within your home.

Water damage can emerge from several kinds of weather threats. Ice dams, excessive rain or melting snow all have the potential to cause a water damage disaster inside your Highland Park home. Floods are another common and especially damaging danger that could send water flowing into your home when you least expect it.

While not all leaks originate within your home, you can nonetheless take steps to control them. Mold and water damage can be avoided in your home with routine upkeep and a thoughtful layout. Some simple maintenance like filling any cracks around your doors and windows can help keep water from leaking inside.

Other tools you must upkeep to keep water damage at bay are your gutters and downspouts. To avoid an overflow caused by a blockage, clear your gutters and downspouts of any dirt, debris or leaves.

The landscaping around your home also has a big impact when mitigating possible water damage. To keep water from leaking down into your basement or past your windows and doors, slope the soil around your foundation down and away from your house.

If you experience water damage inside your home or business, call us, ²⁴⁄₇. We have the experience and equipment to get your property back in working order fast.