Avoiding Water Damage Due to Leaky Pipes

12/10/2020 (Permalink)

Having a basic understanding of how to check for leaks is extremely important for homeowners.

Water damage is something that many South Florida homeowners will have to deal with at one time or another. With heavy rainstorms and hurricane threats, water often finds its way into homes both large and small. While this is expected to some degree, few South Florida homeowners think about the other ways in which water damage may occur. One of the most common issues a homeowner can face is damage from leaking pipes. When undetected, leaky pipes can cause a lot of costly damage to a home.

Having a basic understanding of how to check for leaks is extremely important for homeowners. The most common places where leaks are found in a home are:

1. Faucets
2. Toilets
3. Any types of valves throughout the home

Sometimes it is possible to notice a leaking pipe right away. For instance, if water is pooling in your bathroom around the toilet. However, there are many instances where leak detection is far more difficult, especially is the homeowner is unsure of what to look out for. The following are some of the most important tips to keep in mind while checking for leaks in the pipes in your home:

• Take a look at any older faucet gaskets and washers and inspect carefully for leaks
• Go over your water bill to determine the home’s water usage- for reference, no more than 400-500 gallons of water should be used each day for a family of four
• Get into the habit of regularly checking around the pipes in your home to ensure that there is no visible water
• Test your toilet by dropping some food coloring into the toilet tank and then inspecting after 10 minutes to see if any color is present in the bowl

Conducting regular leak checks can save a homeowner a ton of money and grief. All too often, a leak is discovered after a lot of water damage has occurred. At SERVPRO of North Palm Beach County, we specialize in water damage repair and restoration. Contact us today and our team will take care of you immediately.