Prevent Water Damage from Toilets in your Springdale Home

7/1/2020 (Permalink)

If you have regular blockages or backups from your sewer, even after having the pipes cleaned, you may have a bigger issue at hand.

Common toilet plumbing issues can lead to water damage. Plumbing problems can be prevented by regular plumbing maintenance. Take care of plumbing problems as soon as they arise in order to prevent water damage from your toilet. Follow the IBHS recommendations to avoid costly water damage restoration and repairs.

Toilet Maintenance

Water damage in your bathroom can drain your wallet, which is why IBHS urges property owners to complete preventive maintenance before trouble strikes. IBHS has identified the leading causes of water damage and develop solutions.

Toilet Failure

• The study found that most toilet failures cost upwards of $5,500 per incident after the deductible was paid.
• One-third of all toilet failures in the study resulted from an overflowing or clogged toilet.

Ways to Reduce Damage

• Be patient after you flush and wait for the valve to completely finish refilling the tank and bowl. If an overflow looks imminent, lift off the tank cover and lift the float to shut off water flow to the tank, and then turn off the supply valve.
• Twice a year, inspect a toilet’s components, such as the fill, supply and flush valves and the supply line. Make sure that you can turn off the supply. If you have older screw type valves that are hard to turn or start leaking, consider replacing them with simpler ball valves that are easy to shut off quickly.

Tip: It is a good idea to look over your insurance policy and familiarize yourself with any exclusion to your water damage coverage. For instance, most policies cover sudden damage, like water damage from a really bad storm or from an overflowing washing machine. On the other hand, any water damage that happens because you didn’t maintain the property may be excluded, as well as gradual leaks that caused water damage over time.

SERVPRO of Fayetteville/Springdale should be your first choice for any residential or commercial restoration needs. Our team of professionals is trained to assess the damage and potential threats, extract and contain the affected area, dry, and restore your property to preloss condition. 

SERVPRO of Fayetteville/Springdale is available 24/7 by calling 479-318-6774.

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