Water heaters can be great companions, but leaks can be detrimental to floors, subfloors and walls. Water can quickly cause irreparable damage to property in as little as 48 hours when even clean water begins producing mold spores that cause serious health concerns for many individuals. If your water heater has expelled an excessive amount of water onto porous surfaces like carpeting then professional water restoration services might be required to address the damage done by leaks in its plumbing.
Failure of your water heater can quickly occur without warning and result in flood-like flooding and damage to both homes and businesses in Ellicott City. Water heater leaks could occur for various reasons such as lack of maintenance, loose fittings, cracked or damaged pipes or an oversized tank which has leaked.
Water heaters can quickly burst and flood your home with hundreds of gallons of hot water in mere moments, which requires immediate action to clean up.nettoyage Appliance Leaks
Flash floods, heavy storms, river overflows and other natural disasters usually come to mind when discussing water damage; however, there may be numerous other sources that cause it.
Furnaces, water heaters, freezers, dishwashers, washing machines and HVAC's can also cause significant water damage; most leaks often go undetected by seeping into your floorboards unnoticed. Any appliance which uses or generates condensation can create water damage; thus creating more havoc.
Washing Machine: Many homeowners leave their water supply hoses connected when not using their washers, leaving pressurized lines of their washing machines susceptible to ruptures that allow gallons of water to leak onto the floor and slow leaks behind your washer where mold growth may take place. Old worn hoses may have loose fittings which allow water to seep slowly through.
Dishwasher:
Supply lines of dishwashers are usually the source of their leakage. Drain lines and supply lines run from beneath your kitchen sink where water intake and drainage occurs to your dishwasher, and are under heavy pressure; slow leaks may form before becoming sudden bursts that burst unexpectedly over time - often carrying bacteria with them!
Heating & Cooling Equipment:
Air conditioners can be susceptible to leaks that are difficult to detect, often hidden behind walls and ceilings. Such leaks often promote mold growth. Therefore, it is wise to have an HVAC expert inspect the whole system regularly in search of potential leaks and blockages.
Refrigerator:
Like dishwashers, refrigerators may experience slow leaks from their bases over time that lead to mold growth. Leaks from water lines or ice makers are especially vulnerable as their supply lines are typically pressurized to get water where it needs to go for efficient functioning.
If you have a leak, don't delay! Contact Restoration 1 immediately so our experts can assess the damage as soon as possible and get you the best results possible. Our property restoration professionals are on standby 24/7; when you hire Restoration 1, rest assured you'll receive only top quality property restoration services from reliable team of certified specialists in your area.