Mark Johnson Custom Homes Blog

Jacksonville, NC custom home builder Mark Johnson Custom Homes would like to pass along this valuable information regarding the prevention of water damage in your home.

• Check for hidden leaks by turning off faucets, all water-using appliances, and not flushing toilets for one hour. Record the water meter reading. If the flow indicator (triangular or diamond-shaped rotating button) is spinning or the meter reading has changed while no water is being used, a leaking pipe may exist.
• Know where the main water shut off valve is located in your home and check it frequently to make sure it is operational.
• Disconnect garden hoses from all spigots before the start of winter.
• Fill in any low spots around the house so water drains away from the foundation.
• Inspect caulking around windows and doors and replace as needed where cracked or deteriorated.

For many more tips on detecting water damage and preventative measures, click here.

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St. James Plantation, NC custom home builder encourages you to come to Historic Downtown Wilmington October 3rd and 4th for this year’s Riverfest! Funds raised from the Riverfest will be donated to the Cape Fear Community College Marine Sciences Division in the form of the Riverfest Endowment fund. The endowment fund will be used to award scholarships based on academic achievement and desire to benefit the Cape Fear River and surrounding community.