Protect Your Home from Water Damage
August 5, 2020
Did you know?
- Water damage is the second-most frequently filed homeowners’ claim.
- Water damage is 5x more likely than theft, and 6x more likely than fire.
- One in 50 insured homes will file a water damage or freezing claim each year.
- The average cost of a claim due to water damage or freezing is $9,633.
- 68% of water backup claims cost more than $5,000.
- 35% of water backup claims cost more than $10,000
- 250 gallons of water per day can leak from a 1/8-inch pipe crack.
How to protect your home:
- Know where the main water shut off valve is located so that it can be shut off quickly in an emergency.
- Monitor the water bill. A bigger water bill may indicate that a water leak exists.
- Periodically, replace the rubber hoses on washing machines, dishwashers, and other water-related appliances. Steel-braided hoses increase durability and longevity.
- Test sump pumps at least once per year. If the pump doesn’t have an alternate power source, add a battery backup or upgrade to a pump with a water-powered backup.
- Clean gutters and downspouts regularly to ensure water moves through them properly and drains away from the home’s foundation.
- Inspect the water heater annually for signs of corrosion or leaks. Aging water heaters can weaken over time, increasing their likelihood of rupturing.
- Install a Water Leak Detection system.
Who to Call- Local Water Mitigation Companies
Fresh Start Home Repair, LLC
Website | www.freshstarthomerepair.com
TEL| (253) 410-7672
EMAIL | fs-homerepair@outlook.com
ServiceMaster Restore
WEBSITE | https://www.servicemasterrestore.com/
TEL| 1-800-RESPOND
SERVPRO
WEBSITE| https://www.servpro.com/
TEL| 844-500-1152
1-800 WATER DAMAGE
WEBSITE| www.1800waterdamage.com
TEL| 800-928-3732