Damage from Water Can Happen

Anywhere in Your Home

Damage caused by water can happen anywhere in a home, from a leaky roof to damage after a storm to several home appliances. While water problems can pop up anywhere, there are certain rooms within a home that tend to see more floods and leaks than other rooms, and will typically require more intensive repair. Here are the four most common danger zones for potential flooding inside a residential home.

The Basement

Probably the number one most commonly flooded room in a home, the basement poses many opportunities for flooding. First of all, basements tend to contain at least one appliance that can malfunction and leak (such as a washer, pipes, or the water heater). Basements can also have wall cracks that allow water from the ground outside to seep in. Furthermore, many families use their basements solely for storage—meaning they rarely go into it. This means that leaks and other water damage may go unnoticed for weeks at a time. This will obviously be a huge problem that calls for major water damage repair. To prevent basement water damage, make sure to regularly go down and check for problems, including indications of moisture, a musty smell, and any signs of mold.

The Laundry Room

Washing machines definitely make our lives easier, but they are the culprits behind many household floods. Hoses leak or burst and washing machines overflow—this can leave a huge mess, which can call for a lot of water damage repair. Unfortunately, sometimes washers just malfunction. The best way to prevent a problem before it starts is to observe it closely. If you notice it acting up or leaking even a little, repair it before it becomes a bigger issue.

The Bathroom

There’s so much water in a bathroom that it’s very common for there to be water caused problems. These issues can include things like improperly sealed showers, toilets, and tubs; leaky faucets, and mold. In order to keep your bathroom from suffering from water damage, make sure to regularly maintain it and keep it as well-ventilated as possible.

The Kitchen

Dishwashers. Sinks. Refrigerators. The kitchen has so many opportunities for floods and leaks. Serious leaks have been caused by all of these appliances, and pipes under the sink can be a big problem, too. Pay close attention to any strange “behavior” from any of these appliances. Make sure they are maintained and working properly to prevent any water damage. If anything is leaking, take care of it sooner rather than later! If you ever find yourself faced with water or flood damage in the Columbus, Ohio area and you need water damage repair, contact our team at ResQ24 by Thompson Building Associates. We are water damage repair professionals with a great track record with our customers. We will be more than happy to help you with any home repair problem you may be having. Please call us with any questions you have. 614-863-9650 Thank you for taking the time to learn more about Water Damage and the services that we offer at Thompson Building Associates. For those of you who have taken the time, we are offering a $50 Gift Card to the Honey Baked Ham store… Just in time for Thanksgiving! Send Michelle an email – Reference today’s word in the subject line "Immediate Response". In the body, tell us who offers your CE credentialing (Department of Insurance, Department of Real Estate, CAI, etc. )  and two topics for CE credits that you would like to see offered in 2019.