One
of the most disheartening experiences is to find flooding or extreme water damage
to your treasured home in Oxford or Cincinnati, OH.
At Fey Insurance we know you want to protect what’s important. That’s why we’re offering these tips to help you prevent many of the most common causes of water damage.
Just a little time and some effort can prevent a lot of heartache and hassle.
Ø Make
sure your water pressure is not set too high. For just $6 or so, you can
purchase a gauge that will help you test your pressure for the appropriate
level, which should be set between 60 and 80 PSI.
Ø Standard
hoses on new appliances are not as durable as they used to be. So check your
appliances. If they’re rubber, either replace them with longer lasting
stainless steel braided hoses or replace them every three years.
Ø Keep
water from leaking into the walls or floor of your bathroom by replacing
cracked tiles and re-grouting when it’s needed.
Ø Examine
the shingles on your roof. Worn, curled or missing shingles allow water in, so
replace them as soon as noticed.
Ø Consider
buying a water alarm, which can help you find leaks, or automatic shut-off
mechanisms, which can help avoid bursts.
Ø A
lot of water damage occurs when you and your family are away from home. Make a practice to avoid running the washing
machine or dishwasher while you’re out.
Ø When
you leave for vacations, turn off the water supply to appliances.
Ø Keep
up maintenance on all appliance hoses, because slow leaks from worn out hoses
can cause major damage (and they are not covered under Homeowners insurance).
At Fey Insurance we hope these pointers will ensure your
house stays nice and dry this year!
-Safeco Insurance Article
