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Looking Into What Causes Water Damage | SERVPRO® of San Gabriel
9/10/2019 (Permalink)
Water is necessary for life, this we know, but one aspect that is not necessary is water damage.
Are you aware of all the different sources of water damage that could impact your home?
The Travelers Companies Inc. reported that between 2009 and 2015, five of the main reasons for homeowner claims were:
- exterior wind damage
- non-weather-related water damage
- hail
- weather-related water damage
- theft
Did you notice that water damage cracked that top five list twice? The types of water damage are broken down into two different categories, the result of weather situations or the result of non-weather situations.
Water damage that is not caused by weather occurs most often in the home and is the result of plumbing and appliance malfunction issues. Water damage caused by weather can cause just as big of headache but does not occur as often. Weather-related water damage is caused by events such as rain, snow or melting ice.
In your home, the top five causes of water damage are:
- Issues caused by malfunctioning plumbing
- Leaks from washing machine
- Damaged water pipes
- Water heaters that are up there in years
- Weather situations
Water damage repair costs can break the budget, but it could be more if you do not have the proper homeowners insurance coverage. It is wise to double-check your homeowners insurance policy to make sure that you have the proper coverage, because in many situations, the following may be covered in a standard policy:
- Damage that is the result of ice, snow or sleet weight
- Any water that is an overflow situation, even accidental
- Faulty pipes that could be cracking or bulging in a steam or hot water heat system
- Frozen pipes and plumbing
There are ways to miss out on some types of water damage incidents and avoid the headaches that accompany the damage.
Use preventive measures and make sure to perform routine maintenance to protect your home from water damage. Some ways to do this include installing water sensors and automatic shut-off valves, asking a professional plumber to install back flow valves and standpipes in basement drains, and keeping your appliances and personal belongings up off the floor in the basement.
By adhering to these suggestions, there is a good possibility that you can dodge the bullet where water damage is concerned.
Water damage can be a nightmare to deal with, but fortunately, you will always have SERVPRO® of San Gabriel on your side to help with the cleanup and restoration process.