4 Ways To Prevent Water Damage at Home

Four preventative measures to help your house avoid water damage.

Your house can get a lot of water exposure from storms and winter weather, and that doesn’t include undetected plumbing problems that may arise. Water damage can ruin the roof, cause mold and mildew, and destroy your belongings. Here are four tips to avoid disaster:

1. Keep the gutters and the downspouts clear. Clogged gutters cause water and ice melt to build up instead of flowing out. This can cause damage to the roof and lead to very expensive repairs.

2. Monitor water pressure and plumbing issues. It’s important to catch leaks and other plumbing problems early before they can cause serious damage. You may want to consider installing a water leak monitor for your pipes. Many come with handy apps that alert you of even the smallest leak or potential problem.

“Water damage can ruin the roof, cause mold and mildew, and destroy your belongings.”

3. Make sure your roof and chimney are maintained. Have your roof and chimney inspected annually. Sometimes just repairing a small area of the roof can make all the difference.

4. Keep an eye out for mold and mildew. Monitor your ceilings for signs of mold and mildew, which typically indicate a leak or deeper moisture issue. If you see anything remotely suspicious, call a plumbing professional to look at it. For those who live in a hurricane or flood-prone area, you’ll want to look into a flood insurance policy, which is separate from your homeowners insurance.

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