Water Damage in the Summertime

Did you know that 14,000 people every day in the U.S. experience water damage in their home or at work?

This can be devastating not only to the building itself but to the businesses and individuals who must pay for the damage. Not only that, but there is also a loss of productivity when season water damage takes over.

So, what causes water damage and how can you prevent it? Keep reading to learn more!

Summer Water Damage Causes

There are several reasons why you may notice water damage during the summer. Here are a few water damage causes.

Air Conditioning Units

One of the biggest culprits for seasonal water damage is AC units.

They can create excess moisture when running, especially when it is more humid outside. When this happens, the moisture sits unattended, which can ruin floors and carpets near it.

Sprinklers

Sprinklers are another big culprit for water damage. If you aim them at the home by accident, they can create puddles. If those puddles sit for too long, they can start to seep into the foundation and cause water damage.

Lack of Rain 

You may think this is an odd one since this would not be causing water damage itself, but the effects of lack of rain can.

If your soil dries out, it allows pipes to shift. If you have older pipes, these pipes can crack as they shift which will allow water to leak out.

Mold

Mold can grow in as quickly as 24 hours. If this happens, you not only have a water problem, but you also have a health problem on your hands. You will need to call for a professional to remove the mold to improve the indoor air quality of the home.

Preventing Water Damage

While there are many ways that water can damage your home, there are also ways to prevent it. Knowing these tips can help reduce your risk of having to repair your home due to water damage.

Provide Shade for Pipes

During the summer, strong UV rays can shine directly onto pipes. If that happens over an extended period, the pipes can become weaker and break.

Repair All Leaks

If you see any type of leak, you need to repair it. Whether it is a tiny leak out of the faucet or a bigger pipe leak, you don’t want to wait because it will only get worse over time.

Summer Water Damage: Causes and Prevention 

There are multiple reasons why you may encounter summer water damage. But the fact is, you don’t want to ever encounter this! To avoid it, you will need to make sure you provide shade for your pipes and repair all leaks that you see.

Whether you are dealing with water damage or are trying to prevent it from happening later this summer, you can contact us at Barakat Restoration! We’ll help you in any way we can!