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Tracking Down Moisture in Your Home | SERVPRO of Hayward
1/2/2024 (Permalink)
Water damage can happen anywhere in your home. Call SERVPRO of Hayward to restore water damage on your property 24/7, 365.
We rely on water to get us through our days in so many ways! A daily dishwasher run, warm baths for the kids at night and even cooking up your favorite meal requires water in some capacity.
While having easy access to water is a blessing most of the time, a single leak anywhere in your home can have a serious impact. Mother Nature can also be the culprit for water leaks when storms come to town and damage our homes.
Knowing where to look for water leaks and moisture can help you discover the problem quicker and tackle your restoration faster. Check these spots around your home regularly so you can address issues immediately.
Our faucets and taps play a vital role in this easy access to water, but their water lines are vulnerable to leaking at any time. Water is constantly flowing through your pipes and behind your walls, and a single loose connection could become the start of a troubling water leak.
Once water starts to leak from under your sink, it can get into cupboards, behind your walls and under your floors before it is discovered. Check your water lines often, and don’t forget to check under the sink next to where your dishwasher is located. Most dishwashers have water lines that run alongside your kitchen faucet, which could also leak unexpectedly.
Most of us have many appliances in our homes that rely on water to function. Our dishwashers, ice makers, water heaters and washing machines can all malfunction and leak without warning, and these types of leaks have the potential to get really bad really quickly as water is continually pumped onto your floor.
If you suspect a water leak started around an appliance, pull it away from the wall to check for signs of water damage like water on your floor, water spots or mold growth. Try to get in the habit of doing this every time you deep-clean your house, but especially if you notice a new puddle.
The trouble with water is that once it starts to leak, it can leak all over the place in a short amount of time. It will seep into the tiniest cracks and crevasses and will eventually make its way behind your walls or under your floors.
Once it is there, it can be really hard to dry out on your own and mold can set in. If your wall feels soft or your floorboards are starting to warp upwards, it’s time to do a little investigating.
Condensation can happen around your windows and doors as the temperature changes drastically at this time of year. This condensation can linger on your windows or drip down onto your windowpane and cause significant damage over time.
Moisture can also get in through any gaps, cracks or sagging around these areas. Check them often by running a finger over your windowsills, and check your doors for drafts or other sealing issues.
We can’t always prevent water damage, which is where SERVPRO of Hayward comes into play! Our team will quickly tackle water damage by making sure your space is cleaned, dried and restored from top to bottom.
Don’t ignore signs of water damage! Call SERVPRO® for a quick restoration.