Appliances Most Likely to Leak

1/20/2018 (Permalink)

Leaky appliances are one of the most common causes in water damage for both homes and commercial spaces. Unfortunately, many people do not recognize that a leak is occurring before the damage has been done. What often starts as a small, unnoticeable leaks turns into a major problem with serious damage. Things like mold growth, wood rot, and damage to carpets, flooring, and drywall typically follow water damage. On top of that, structural damage might be caused which can be extremely costly for a homeowner or commercial property owner. As such, being aware of the appliances most likely to leak is essential to preventing damage from happening in the first place. When attentive to appliances that are vulnerable to leaks, you are putting yourself in a position to recognize an issue immediately and thus minimize the water damage.

Household appliances each pose a unique threat when it comes to possible leaking and water damage. Far too often a homeowner fails to identify when an appliance is not functioning at full capacity. In this case, the problem is only clear when there is a puddle on the floor in the laundry room or in the kitchen. It is important to be aware of the appliances most likely to leak, they are as follows:

• Washing Machine
• Refrigerator
• Water Heater
• Dishwasher
• Kitchen Sink Drain Line
• Heating and Cooling Equipment

Most Florida homes have all of the above appliances. The most common causes of leaks are things like broken seals, damaged pipe joints, clogged lines, loose water connectors, corrosion, high water pressure, quick changes in temperature, and tree roots interfering with water lines. If you believe you may have a leaking appliance in your home or commercial property, it is important to contact our team of highly trained water damage specialists right away. Call us today if you have any type of flood damage or water damage and our SERVPRO experts will respond immediately.