The Realities of Leaky Appliances at Home | SERVPRO of Dover/Stillwater

9/1/2024 (Permalink)

Water damage from a leaking appliance is an easy fix for SERVPRO of Dover/Stillwater!

We are all so busy these days that we often rely on our appliances to do a lot of our housework while we are at work or running errands. While it may be nice to come home to clean clothes or a dishwasher full of clean dishes, appliances can be unreliable at times and lead to serious issues, especially if you are not home to address the problem right away. 

Even the smallest leaks can turn into disasters, so knowing what to do if this happens to you can help you stay in control and minimize the situation. 

The Truth About Water Leaks 

We use water in so many ways in our homes, which means that there are water lines and pipes all over the place. They are behind your walls, in your ceiling and even under your floors. 

This easy access to water sure is convenient, but it also means that water leaks can happen virtually anywhere in your home. Once a leak starts, it can lead to widespread damage in just a few minutes. 

Water will seep and leak under floors, behind walls and into your carpet. From there, it can continue to spread to multiple levels of your home and at that point it can be really hard to dry out on your own. Lingering moisture can eventually lead to mildew, mold and even rot. 

Tracking Down the Leak 

Depending on the scale of the disaster, you will most likely be alerted to the water disaster as soon as you walk into the room in question or when your socks become soaked through as you open the door. Locating the source of the leak and stopping the flow of water should always be your top priority. Stay out of the water if possible and locate the water valve that controls your appliance.

Once the water has stopped flowing, you should also shut off power to that particular appliance or simply shut off electricity to the entire room for the time being. If not, the appliance could unexpectedly start back up and dump the remaining water in the machine onto your floors. After you have the area partially secured, call SERVPRO® so we can get to work for you. 

The Restoration Process 

Our first phone call with you will include many different questions that will be centered around how the leak started, how much water is on the floor and the extent of any damage you see. After we understand your situation more thoroughly, we will be able to pack up our trucks and arrange the right crew for the job and then we will be on our way to you.

We know that water disasters are time-sensitive, which is why we prioritize your call and jump into action immediately. Once we arrive at your home, we will get right to work to remove the standing water and hidden moisture from behind your walls and under your floorboards. 

We are trained to also repair soggy drywall, warped wood and soaked carpet, so you can rest assured that your entire restoration will be taken care of by our very capable hands. Call us the next time your dishwasher or washing machine inevitably leaks, and we will proudly be your restoration partner. 

A simple water leak can lead to serious water damage. Call SERVPRO of Dover/Stillwater for a fast restoration.