Where Is Water Damage Most Likely In Your Waycross Home?

11/30/2020 (Permalink)

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Flooding is inconvenient, but can be a hazardous situation. It can ruin your possessions and even affect the structure of your home or business. Contacting a professional water restoration company can greatly minimize any damages. SERVPRO of Waycross, Hinesville & Douglas is able to complete all the necessary repairs in a timely and efficient manner.

While flooding often can’t be predicted, educating yourself on the most common areas to flood with help you be prepared to handle such an event, and even to prevent it! Some areas of your home or business are going to be more apt to experience water damage than others, such as rooms that have sinks, as in kitchens, bathrooms, and laundry areas; low-lying areas like basements and cellars are also at risk.

Here is a list of the three most common areas to suffer from water damage:

BATHROOMS

The bathroom is possibly the most likely area to flood, and probably the most obvious. A bathroom is all about water, Sinks, toilets, showers and tubs all involve water, and are all contained in one small area and connected to pipes. Pipes that can be a source of problems if they become clogged, leak, or wear out. Human error can create an issue as well. You’ve probably heard stories about the bath that got started and was forgotten.

BASEMENTS

Basements and cellars are the lowest part of a house or building, and so have a number of easy entry points for water. If there is heavy rainfall during inclement weather, flooding can cause serious problems.

The pipes for the bath and kitchen areas run through the basement, and sump pumps and drains are often found there. In addition, many homes have their water heating unit and laundry facilities in their basement or cellar. Occasionally inspect for cracks in the foundation, ceiling, and walls of these areas.

ATTICS AND ROOFS

A damaged roof, either from weather or fire, is susceptible to water damage. A small leak can turn into a big problem.

Our team of professionals here at SERVPRO of Waycross, Hinesville & Douglas is experienced in repairs and cleanup from damages caused by water, fire, and mold. Call us at (912) 452 2170,  SERVPRO of Waycross, Hinesville & Douglas