How to Prevent Water Damage through Home Maintenance

Water damage is one of the most common problems that weaken the foundations of your home, making the core of your house vulnerable to falling apart overtime. Home insurance does cover any damage done due to water but you know what is better than claiming insurance? Preventing the chances of water damage in the first place.

Here are some ways you can use to prevent water damage:

Plant Carefully

Some plants and trees, like weeping willows have quite invasive roots. This means that if you are not careful when planting them, they will grow right into your sprinkler, pipes, septic tank, and other places where you don't want them to grow. Plant and tree roots are prominent reasons behind water damage that shows up in the later years, therefore it is important that you plant wisely.  

Keep An Eye On Your Water Bills

With so many water pipes spread out through your home, behind walls, and underground, it might be impossible for you to identify the leak, before the damage is done. This is why, experts suggest that you should keep an eye on your water bill, if you see it creeping up, or you receive an unusually high water bill that is, it is a definite sign that you might have a leak somewhere around the house.

Clean Up Roof Gutters

Take a safe climb up the roof and check your roof gutters for leaves, sticks, and other debris; if it is filled with all kinds of things that could lead to a clog, then it is definitely time to clean up. A clogged roof gutter can send water spilling down to your basement, which can cause some disastrous water damage. The next time you are doing some seasonal cleaning, make sure that the roof gutters are cleaned, and if the gutters are too high, be sure to hire professional help.

Never Flush Grease Down The Sink

You have probably heard this before, but you should always try to dispose grease away in the trash, not down the sink. It doesn't matter if you flush it down with cold or warm water; it still sticks to the insides of the pipes, causing blockages, and consequently water damage.

These are some simple yet effective ways to prevent water damage to your house. When you follow these steps, you can eliminate the pain behind claiming insurance, and repair costs. Be sure to look around for signs of damage, especially in your basement, for more information, visit www.arcpropertysolutions.ca.