How to Prevent Water Damage in Your Home or Business

1/31/2020 (Permalink)

We understand how much of a shock a water loss can be, especially since it doesn’t take much to cause the damage. Some things that can cause water damage include: 

• Bursting or leaking pipes
• Plumbing Problems
• Crawl Space, Basement, Attic Concerns
• Malfunctioning Household Appliances
• HVAC issues
• Weather-Related Issues and Natural Disasters

At SERVPRO of Chattanooga, we want to share some tips on what to look for and how to prevent a water loss.

1. Prevent Basement Water Seepage

• Reseal your basement
• Make sure water drains away from the building
• Install a backwater valve

2. Maintain and Understand your Indoor Plumbing System

• Inspect appliance hoses and faucets
• Inspect showers and tubs
• When away on vacation, shut off the water supply to the washing machine
• Know the location of the main water shut-off valve in your home
• Install an emergency pressure release valve in your plumbing system
• Repair and protect your home’s exterior
• Caulk and seal windows
• Inspect your roof
• Check your downspouts
• Check sprinklers and irrigation systems
• Install gutter guard

3. Protect your Possessions

• Store off-season and other bulk belongings in waterproof bins
• Never store valuables or memorabilia where there is a risk of destruction from water.
• Keep belongings stored on shelving off the floor in the basement.

For more information on how to protect your home click here.

If a water loss does occur, our team is ready to take action and make it like it never happened.  We are available 24/7! Contact us at (423) 326-1406.