What Causes Water Damage?

12/17/2018 (Permalink)

At SERVPRO of Kennett Square/Oxford, we receive calls daily from local homeowners and businesses who experience water damage.  Water can leak into your property in a variety of ways.  Whether the damage comes from a broken pipe or a storm in your area, both can have catastrophic consequences.  Here, we list some of the common causes of water damage that can help you to protect your property from a water disaster.

A Leaky Basement

This is one of the most common causes of water damage.  Our water restoration professionals are able to find the leak in order to repair the damage.

Leaky Plumbing

You can often fix this problem yourself by fixing any damaged pipes.  If there are multiple leaks, a restoration professional should handle the plumbing.

The Plant Root System

When plants and shrubs are overgrown and too close to a structure, water can seep into the foundation.  Trim your plants and remove any water that collects near the foundation of your property.

Damaged Drywall

Drywall is usually damaged when a leaky roof or toilet is involved and collapses the ceiling.  Our restoration professionals can repair drywall and help protect against moisture.

If you experience any water damage in your home, contact SERVPRO of Kennett Square/Oxford at (610) 268-8620.  We can recover any size water disaster.