Spot The Signs Of Flood Damage From Leaking Pipes In Nashville

5/12/2017 (Permalink)

Flood Damage From Leaking Pipes

Leaking pipes are a headache for any homeowner. A leaking pipe can lead to damage in your home, and yet the leak itself could go undetected for a long period, causing hidden damage. That is why SERVPRO recommends vigilance when it comes to your household plumbing. Being vigilant now saves further issues and more expensive fixes further down the road.

A leaking pipe in Nashville can cause flood damage to any part of your home. The risks of flood damage include water getting into walls or soaking ceilings, waterlogged carpets or rugs, or even structural damage to your home. Water collecting where it should not also means more risk of mold growth which can further damage your house and even cause health effects.

The first step to minimizing flood damage is to spot it early. Keep an eye out for these indications of a leaking pipe:

•Incredibly high water bills. We all get bills that are a bit high at times, but if your water charges are unusually pricey, it can be a sign of a leak.
•Mold or mildew in your home, especially in areas that do not normally get damp. Perhaps you have struggled to mitigate mold in your bathroom or laundry room before, but now you are noticing a patch in your lounge or hallway. This could be a sign of a problem with your pipes.
•Stains, warping, or discoloration on walls and ceilings. Discolored areas can be an indication of a water leak. Flood damaged walls sometimes bubble or warp.
•A musty smell. A damp, moldy or musty smell that you did not notice before could be a sign that something is wrong.

If you suspect a leak, there is an easy test you can do yourself: First, locate your water meter and read it. Now, turn off all the appliances that use water in your home, and wait for a few hours. Take a second reading after several hours have elapsed – if the meter shows signs of water usage, you have a potential leak on your hands.

The first thing to do when you find indications of a pipe problem is to put in a call to SERVPRO straight away. Our technicians are equipped to find even hidden leaks. We use moisture probes, moisture meters and thermo-hygrometers to test the moisture levels and humidity within your home. Our teams also have access to thermal imaging. This state of the art technology shows our experts the temperature of the surfaces in your home using a colored image map. Wet areas are colder so we can see where damp is present in walls or hidden areas.

If there is a leak in your property, call SERVPRO of Madison / Goodlettsville at (615) 868-5324 for immediate assistance.

For more information about the City of Nashville visit: https://www.nashville.gov/