Water Damage In Your Home

Water damage is a common issues for homeowners, and it can also be one of the costliest. The problem with water damage in the home is it may not be found for weeks at a time, or even months, allowing the water to seep into the floors, walls, and structure of the home. You can, however, reduce water damage and protect your home if you know where to look for these water issues.

Check Above And Below

You are most likely to find water problems in your basement and attic.

Water in the attic indicates a roof leak. It may be gutters that are leaking, a hole in the roof, or other issues around the roof. You might find water leaking around a vent or chimney. You will never know about the water leak until it gets severe enough to start damaging your ceiling, unless you check the attic periodically.

The basement is a main area where water damage is common. A crack in your foundation can allow water to get inside the home along the exterior walls. This is an issue you would expect to find in older homes, but it can happen with new builds as the building settles.

Check along water lines and pipes for leaks. They may begin as drips from a connector or faucet. Standing water will weaken any drywall, wood, or other materials, causing them to warp, rot and break.

Pests Love Water

Even small water leaks attract pests. Pests need water just like humans, and many of them like the warm, humid spaces where water is likely to be. Spiders build nests in areas near water. Rats and mice also like to be near water. So now, you not only have the water damage to deal with, but you have pests that can cause their own type of damage.

If you suspect you may have water damage, you should check around your home for signs. Also, get a free pest inspection if your water leak has brought in some unwanted residents to your home.

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