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Stop Water Leaks Before They Start: Tips to Avoid Needing SERVPRO of Rockingham County!

3/19/2025 (Permalink)

Water Damage Prevention Tips How to Prevent Water Damage

Stop Water Leaks Before They Start: Tips to Avoid Needing SERVPRO of Rockingham County!

To prevent water damage from occurring at your home or business, focus on regular maintenance, including cleaning gutters, inspecting and repairing leaks promptly, maintaining appliances, and ensuring proper drainage around your foundation. 

Here is a detailed checklist:

  1. Exterior Maintenance:
  • Gutters and Downspouts:  Regularly clean gutters and downspouts to ensure proper water flow away from your house, preventing water buildup and potential leaks.
  • Roof:  Inspect your roof regularly for missing or damaged shingles, and address any issues promptly.
  • Foundation:  Ensure that water drains away from your home's foundation, and address any cracks or damage to the foundation.
  • Landscaping:  Maintain landscaping to prevent water from pooling near the foundation and to ensure proper drainage.
  • Windows and Doors:  Regularly inspect and repair seals around windows and doors to prevent water infiltration. 
  1. Plumbing and Appliances:
  • Plumbing Fixtures: Regularly inspect plumbing fixtures for leaks and address any issues promptly. 
  • Appliances:  Check appliances like washing machines and dishwashers for leaks and maintain them regularly. 
  • Water Pressure:  Monitor your water pressure and address any issues that could lead to leaks or burst pipes. 
  • Pipes:  Inspect and insulate pipes, especially those in crawl spaces or attics, to prevent freezing and bursting. 
  • Sump Pump:  If you have a sump pump, test it regularly and ensure it's functioning properly. 
  1. Interior Maintenance:
  • Basement/Crawl Space: Waterproof your basement or crawl space to prevent water damage and mold growth.
  • Moisture Detection: Install moisture detectors in areas prone to water damage, such as basements and bathrooms.
  • Water Alarms: Consider installing water alarms to alert you to potential leaks.
  • Mold Prevention: Address any signs of mold promptly to prevent further damage. 
  1. Other Tips:
  • Shut off water when away: If you'll be away for an extended period, consider shutting off the water supply to your home.
  • Clean up spills promptly: Address any spills or leaks as soon as possible to prevent water damage.
  • Know where the main water shut-off valve is located: This will allow you to quickly shut off the water in case of a leak.
  • Have a trusted neighbor as a contact: If you're traveling, have a trusted neighbor as a contact in case of an emergency.

Congratulations!  You’ve read all the tips and we bet you are even trying to implement most of them.  But let’s face it, disasters happen and they happen when we least expect them.  But have confidence your local SERVPRO of Rockingham County is on call and FASTER TO ANY DISASTER!  Save our phone number now, 336-573-4345, and make SERVPRO your first phone call when you have water damage.  We can walk you through every stage of the cleanup and restoration.  We will “MAKE IT LIKE IT NEVER EVEN HAPPENED”.



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