All can seem calm inside your home, but things can happen that could put things at risk. There are appliances and fixtures that are leaking. While this might seem like a minor inconvenience, that leakage could result in a lot of damage. Before you call residential leak detection services, it’s a good idea to have an idea of which ones might be most at risk of leaks. 

Your Refrigerator

Sadly, the very things that can keep our food fresh and our beverages cold, can also cause a lot of leaks. Fortunately, they are easy to spot – a pool of water is suddenly under your fridge.

Have someone check the sealing or the drain clog. Look at the rubber that seals the door, and look at the hose and water line. If they aren’t installed properly, then you could face future problems. It’s best to be good at maintaining it. 

Your Washing Machine

You need to look at the clamps around your water hose. This can be a sign of future leaks and even more water damage. You should replace the hoses every five years and check them every month. 

Be on the lookout for leaks around the washing machine and also any signs of rust on it, Look at the pipes and also see if there are any pools around the area. If you see any signs, have someone come look at the machine and fix it or replace it. Otherwise, you risk having more long term damage done. 

Your Dishwasher

This is another appliance that uses up a lot of water when in use. If it’s leaking, it can do a lot more than just cleaning your dishes. You’ll find that the hoses or valves can be the biggest issue. Then it can loosen, which means that when you turn it on, you’ll get more water on the floor than you bargained for. 

Look at the dishwasher’s bottom plate. If you see a slow drip happening, then you’ll know that it can build up over time. Check to see if there’s any corrosion on the valve. 

Your Drain

This could be your kitchen or bathroom sink. Yes, people think that the pipes are the problem, but the drain can start to leak. This can also include the tub or shower. Check to see if any tiles under it are lifted or if there is any water damage to the ceiling below. 

Your Water Heater

This is a concern if you have one that uses a tank, instead of a waterless one. When you use this, it will often change in temperature a lot, which will tax the seal around the tank. As a result, it can leak. You need to check the seal often and also look to see if there are any puddles around the tank. 

You also need to check the pressure relief valve on the tank. It could be the weak spot and be prone to leaking. Another good way to check is to get some paper towels and put it 

Your Toilet

Your toilet is basically two large containers of water. There’s the one behind the seat, with the flapper and the float, and then there’s the toilet itself. If it leaks, then the room below could be in danger of getting a lot of water damage. If you hear the toilet running all the time, then you might be able to fix the flapper. But if you see puddles around the toilet, get a professional involved immediately. 

It’s important to be vigilant about all of these things. Otherwise, you could find yourself paying a lot more than just cleaning up some water. Don’t wait. Then you find you’re paying for a lot more than just purchasing a new appliance or fixture. 

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