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Plumbing Maintenance is Important

• Your homeowner‘s insurance usually covers household water damage if the damage is sudden and accidental, like damage caused by burst pipes, but it does not cover damage covered by flood insurance, rising water from outside; or damage caused over time by lack of maintenance to the pipes.

How To Identify Water Problems

• First you need to look at your water bill, and by comparing monthly usage figures, you may get tipped off to a small leak before it becomes a huge issue.

• You can use a water pressure gauge to determine whether your household water pressure is set too high. The ideal household water pressure is 60-80 pounds per square inch. (psi), but a lot of homes are set at higher pressures. To determine water pressure, Attach the gauge to an outdoor faucet and turn the water on full.

• You need to inspect around your water heater, washer, dishwasher, sinks, lavatories and refrigerator icemaker. If hoses indicate wear, replace them. Consider replacing hoses to major appliances such as your washer and dishwasher every two to five years. Steel, so-called no burst hoses have been shown to have a longer life span than other designs.

• You should let faucets connected to vulnerable pipes drip during extremely cold weather. By doing this the water moving and helps to reduce the chance of freezing your pipes.

• Be sure to run your exhaust fan in the bathroom while the shower is on, because it helps to remove steam that collects during this time.

Using Preventative Maintenance

Know Where Your Main Valve Is Located

In cases of emergency it is very important  to always know where your main shut off valve is located. This can help prevent damage and injury.

What Are Angle Stops

Angle stops are the small shut off values under your sinks and under or near your commodes. These can be used to shut off water in the kitchen or bath to fix leaks or handle repairs.

Your Water Supply Lines

Your should regularly check out water supply lines for corrosion and rust and consider changing every 5 to 7 years.

• Your Water supply lines are connected from the angle stop to the appliance they serve, such as a faucet, toilet, washing machine, dishwasher and icemakers. Many times these are thin rigid lines that can easily break and cause extensive damage. Among the preferred lines are those that are stainless steel braided over rubber with threaded couplings on both ends for the sink and toilet lines. Don’t forget the dishwasher and refrigerator icemaker supply lines. These are usually overlooked because they are hidden behind these appliances.

Your Washing Machine

Poorly maintain water supply  hoses going to  washing machines is one of the major  causes of water damage in homes . Always be sure these are keep in good condition.

Immediately Clean Up After a Leak

Always clean up after a leak to help prevent further damage and mold build-up. If it is a major leak or your carpet has been soaked even in a small area, consider calling a professional for help.

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