You donโt have to be near major water sources to experience flood damage. Besides the damage caused by ground water, you can also experience flood damage from extreme weather, appliance malfunctions or busted pipes.
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You donโt have to be near major water sources to experience flood damage. Besides the damage caused by ground water, you can also experience flood damage from extreme weather, appliance malfunctions or busted pipes.
Many of us have suffered through the frustration from a water leak and water damage at one point or another. These problems can include an overflowing toilet, a problem water heater, too much rain coming too fast, a burst pipe, or water used to extinguish a fire. There are many things that can cause staining, water-logged carpets, and other problems in a home from a water leak.
Usually, a toilet bowl leak will be obvious โ youโll see water running out over the top of the bowl. However, in some cases, water will leak slowly from the bottom of the toilet, and the only way to find out is that youโll towel or mop the water in the morning, and that evening the floor is wet again.
If you donโt get the problem fixed, you can damage the floor. If the toilet is on an upper floor, it can also damage the ceiling below it. Turn the water off where the water valve is connected to the wall, and call for help before an inconvenience becomes something worse.
Finding water around a water heater is not always the sign of something bad; it can be a sign of condensation from the unit. It could also be a sign of bigger problems that will come. Sometimes the tank will corrode through and create major leaks, or worse yet, a pipe will burst and scalding hot water will spray over anything.
Check your water heater regularly, and if you suspect a leak, call a professional to check it out. Turn the valve off, usually a red handle near the ground, and mop the water up. If water continues to collect near the base of the water heater, it is an indication of a leak, probably somewhere other than where the pipe runs into the tank. Leaving the tank broken can create problems with the floor, and if leaking water cannot escape and the water gets too high and reaches the pilot light, the water tank will likely be ruined.
Some people may believe that the way to tell if heavy rain is damaging their home is to whether or not the roof leaks. If only it was that simple.
Burst pipes can do major damage, especially if the homeowner is not aware it is happening. If the homeowner is gone when a pipe bursts, or if the pipe bursts while the homeowner is in one part of the house while the burst pipe is in another, a log of damage can be done. Sheetrock, carpets, and practically anything else that comes in contact with the water can be damaged or ruined.
When you have a burst pipe, shut your water off and call for help right away.
When there is a fire, water damage isnโt your primary concern. Once the fire is extinguished, the water that was used can cause numerous problems of its own, in some cases, related to the fire itself. Weakened structural integrity caused by fire damage can be amplified due to the water saturation, and an increased potential for mold growth. While this water is necessary to save the property, it can also ruin floors, walls, and other things it contacts.
When there is a fire, yours and your familyโs safety should be your number one concern. Call 9-1-1 and let the professionals handle it.
If you face any of these problems at your home, contact Utah Flood Cleanup today for a free consultation. We are available 24/7 to serve the greater Wasatch Front when it comes to a number of disasters, including water, fire, mold, and more.
One of the biggest issues plaguing homeowners who reside in colder climates, such as Utah, is having your pipes freeze in your home can be a very difficult disaster to manage. A problem that can spawn a laundry list of other issues, learning how to prevent and manage freezing pipes is essential knowledge for every homeowner.
Although it may not be immediately obvious, you can tell if your pipes are frozen in the following ways:
The first thing you'll want to do is turn off the main water valve. Most shut-off valves are somewhere in the basement, ย be sure to find out this information early on as when disaster strikes, you have very little time to shut off the valve.
Next, you'll need to check to see if any of the pipes are leaking. This can be done by listening for dripping, examining the basement, garage, and other crawl spaces to see if there is either ice or water dripping from any of the pipes. You can also check outdoor fixtures by holding a paper towel under them to check for moisture. This step is imperative, as trying to thaw frozen pipes that have sprung a leak, will cause insurmountableย damage to your home.
Luckily, with a bit of patience, you can thaw your own pipes, free of charge, in one of the following ways:
Once the pipe has been thawed, you may turn the water back on. Although this is a simple process, be sure to do so with the help of someone else as it helps to have someone around to alert you of dripping or bursting pipes.
If you discover that a pipe has burst, immediately turn off the main valve and open only the lowest hot/ cold faucets in your home. This will help drain the water and keep flooding at bay while you call a professional.
Now that you've fixed your frozen pipe issue, use the following tips to avoid this problem in the future.
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As a homeowner, the thought of unwanted disasters like fire or thunderstorms can easily destroy everything you worked so hard to build. Regardless of the kind of destruction being faced with, unless the damage is beyond repair, the homeowner will do everything in their power to repair and replace the damages caused. One issue which will be particularly challenging is heavy rains that leave a house that is flooded.
Unfortunately, the damage can be pretty extensive and in every situation; a plumber will need to be contacted. Of course, water damage may not necessarily be introduced through a weather issue; a broken pipe can be just as devastating.
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The first thing to consider when a home encounters damage by water is whether the problem can be fixed or is it beyond repair. Most property owners are inexperienced in making this call, and although they may experience a certain amount of stress trying to figure it out, without tapping into a source of experience, an informed decision will not be forthcoming.
When the plumber arrives on your property, there will be some extensive evaluation being performed, especially in the area of the floors and the drywall. Our representative will also focus on water issues that may return due to the initial cause.
How Long will my Property Take to Dry?
After being displaced due to large amounts of water, the homeowner will be anxious to get things back to normal and will probably want to know when they will be able to breathe a sigh of relief.
There is no right or wrong answer to such a concern; however, there are many things to consider when trying to determine the end game. One way to come up with an acceptable answer is to identify how long the water actually remained in contact with the affected areas.
Should I be Worried About Mold?
Sadly, water damage almost always translates into mold, specifically if the areas that came in contact with the water were not properly dried out. Property owners would do well to be concerned about mold, especially since the odds of this mold becoming toxic only increases if it is left unattended.
The entire process of bringing your home back to livable standards should be entrusted to a professional, namely one with experience in floods and excess water. It is smarter to have the repairs handled ahead of time than allowing the damage to multiply simply because repairs were late in coming.
Are you in need of water damage repair services in your Ogden home? Please, don't wait, and Call Utah Flood Cleanup today at (801) 416-2666.
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