Water damage is so common in homes because there are many ways that water can get into your home. One way is through your doors. If your exterior doors are not sealed properly, this will allow water and small critters into your home and even affect your utility bills. It is very important to fix any leaks around your door … Read More
Why is My Dishwasher Leaking Underneath?
Household appliances that use water, like the dishwasher, can malfunction and cause a serious case of water damage. A homeowner will spend significant time and money in repairing not only the leaky appliance, but the resulting water damage to the kitchen floors. A standard dishwasher uses up to three gallons of water in a single load. Older dishwasher models, such … Read More
How to Prevent Flooding in Your Home
As everyone living in Northeastern Indiana can agree, flooding is a constant threat for property owners during the spring and summer months. As soon as we get the mobile notification that announces the severe weather alert, it can be nerve-wracking to wonder if or when our homes or buildings will be flooded. Unless you are on the 2nd floor or … Read More
Tips to Dry Wet Carpet Affected by Water Damage
Allowing a carpet to remain wet is never in a homeowner’s best interests. In fact, damp carpeting can be a health hazard due to mold growth. Many common reasons cause dampness—but thoroughly drying carpets exposed to water damage is critical. Here are handy carpet-drying tips. How does carpeting get wet? Leaks in the windows or ceilings can allow rainwater or … Read More
5 Reasons Behind Sump Pump Malfunction
A flood can happen to any homeowner, and the last line of defense is often the sump pump. A sump pump is a device that sits in a small inground well in your basement. Its purpose is to pump water away from your property once water around it gets to a certain level. Sump pumps can fail or malfunction at the … Read More
The Ultimate Guide to DIY Water Damage Repair
Every year, floods kill more people than tornadoes and lightning combined. They can also inflict serious damage to homes and businesses, destroying walls, ceilings, floors, and other furnishings. When water makes contact with the drywall in your walls and ceilings, it can cause them to bulge and become discolored and it might weaken the material until your walls collapse and fall apart. … Read More
