Preventing Water Damage in Your Home

September 21st, 2009

Preventing Water Damage in Your Home

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.

Courtesy of: statefarm.com

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Posted in Jacksonville NC home builder, Safety and Home Repair | Tagged: , | View Comments
  • This are absolutely very reliable tips for inspecting water leak in your home. As one of the person that experienced leakage, it is really a pain when you have a leak because its not just give you a large amount of water bill but also the water that comes out will get weak.
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