Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Water Damage

Water damage in your home can be due to so many different reasons. It could be from a plumbing leak you never knew you had, a clogged toilet, a flooded bathroom – even from bad weather. 

This is why making sure you are aware of the signs of water damage and are taking the precautions to prevent it at all costs is so important. If you catch it, you need to take care of it right away. Inspecting the plumbing in your home periodically can ensure that you catch a leak of any kind before it gets out of hand and ruins a part of your home. 

There are plenty of reasons why you should never ignore signs of water damage in your home. Let’s cover them.

Mold and Mildew

Way sooner than you might think, mold and mildew can start to grow where there is water damage. Mold and mildew see high moisture levels as a breeding ground. The longer you wait to get this fixed, the longer the mold gets to spread and potentially harm your health. In this case, take care of it as soon as you see it. 

Health Problems 

Previously, we discussed how mold and mildew can take over a part of your property where water damage is present. This is where health issues can come into play. Mold and mildew can make you extremely sick and affect your health tremendously. This is why it’s so important to take care of any water damage that’s in your home immediately. 

Structural Damage 

Water damage in your home can cause structural damage if you have let it sit long enough. Cracks in your walls or even in the foundation of your home is a sign that structural damage has most likely occurred. 

Bad Smell in Your Home

If you smell a musty smell anywhere in your home, this could be a sign that there is water damage somewhere nearby. This could also be an indication that it has been there for quite some time, allowing mold and mildew to grow. Mold and mildew can also cause a bad smell like this. The only way to take care of this is to find where the it is and have that completely fixed. 

Stains on Your Ceilings 

Stains on your ceilings can be an indication of water damage or a persistent leak in your home somewhere. Typically, they will be a darker color and be easy to point out once the water has done enough damage. Stains like these need to be addressed immediately to save you from permanent staining and continuous damage. 

Electrical Damage 

Electrical damage is something that can take place. Typically severe water damage like a flood will cause electrical damage in your home. The amount of damage in your home plays a huge part in determining everything that the water has caused damage to. 

High Water Bills 

This is always a huge indicator of a persistent leak. The longer you let this leak go, the more severe it becomes, and your water bill keeps increasing. Finding the leak is important so you can fix it and keep any more water damage from happening. 

Foundation Damage

Foundation damage can also be caused by water damage in your home. Trying to fix your foundation will be one of the most difficult tasks to take on. Typically, this only happens when flooding occurs. 

Insurance for Water Damage

More likely than not, your insurance will cover this. The only thing that might keep you from that is if you put it off and find out how long you’ve been waiting to call them for a claim. If you see it, do something about it. Don’t wait for anything because water damage is serious. 

Final Thoughts 

In conclusion, there are many reasons why water damage is serious and should never be ignored until later. It does not take long for it to become more and more severe. If you see it, make sure you are taking care of it as soon as you do. Waiting for any extended period of time can cause detrimental damage to your home in more ways that just one. 

Call 1-Tom-Plumber 

Don’t hesitate to contact us here or call us at 1-Tom-Plumber (1-866-758-6237) if you need help with any water damage issue. 1-Tom-Plumber’s certified team of plumbers and drain technicians respond immediately to any emergency plumbing, drain cleaning, or water damage problem. 

We also handle the excavation of underground water lines and sewer main lines. Our immediate-response team is available every day and night of the year, even on holidays.