3 Activities That Lead To Water Damage

8/7/2018 (Permalink)

Enjoying your summer includes being able to enjoy the sunlight and heat in the comfort of your own home -- and conversely, there are also a ton of ways you can enjoy cooling down! While we are never opposed to a super soaker battle to cool off, we’re always conscious of the water we use and how it can actually end up causing damage if we’re not careful. To prevent a summer disaster at your home, we’ve compiled a list of things for you to look out for to prevent water damage while you’re having fun in the sun.

Watch Water Lines

With the sprinkler on a lot more during the summer than the rest of the year, there will be a ton of water flowing through the pipes of your home, which means there’s a potential for water damage. Are you using your hose and water lines more this year? Make sure you don’t have any cracks in your piping, slow drips, or anything of the like. Additionally, it’s important that you’re being gentle with your garden hose and whatever’s connected to the water line, as too much yanking and tension can cause leaks to spring, which can quickly cause water damage.

Long Showers

It’s so inviting to take a long, cool shower after a long hot day. However, even though it feels like it might be the best remedy life has to offer, sometimes, too much of a good thing really isn’t good, even for your home. Excess use of water can lead to flooding and pooling, which if you’re not careful, can cause water damage. The stagnant water and excessive moisture in your shower is something to closely monitor, as it can lead to mold growth and damage.

Overwatering Plants

Your home is full of things that need hydration, and your landscaping is part of that! Make sure you’re keeping your plants and flowers watered and fed with what they need in order to keep them growing. However, be sure to monitor how much water isn’t being absorbed by the soil and plants, as this excess water can seep through crevices and cause damage to your home’s foundation, create sinkholes and more. Experiencing this problem? It might be time to get it checked out!

Should you encounter any sort of damage at your home due to water, know that there is a local company ready to help you at the drop of a dime. SERVPRO of East Meadow/Westbury has been helping local families and businesses recover after all types of damage, and your case is no different. To receive assistance with water, fire or storm damage, give us a call at

516-334-2927!