Top 5 Appliances that Cause Water Damage

2/3/2022 (Permalink)

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The most frequent water damage calls we receive come from appliances that we use on a day-to-day basis.  Here is a list of our most frequent offenders.

Washing Machines – Often leak due to uneven loads of laundry or pinched water hoses.

Water Heaters – Tend to cause more water damage in homes than any other appliance due to leakage.  You can remove sediment and prevent clogs from forming by flushing your water tank every six months.

Refrigerators – Have multiple things that can go wrong and result in water leaks. Water lines tend to be the most common culprit whether it from ice makers, water dispensers, or condensation lines.

Dishwashers – Most commonly become clogged due to the wrong type of detergent, causing the machine to overflow.

Attic Installed Air Conditioners – Can create water damage when condensation drain lines become clogged.  An annual maintenance check is your best bet to keep it from malfunctioning.

Inspecting and maintaining these common appliances is the best way to prevent the likeliness you will need a water damage restoration. Unfortunately, not all water damage can be prevented so if you have found water damage on your property and are located in South Shasta County or the Redding, CA area contact SERVPRO of South Shasta County

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