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Tips to Preventing Water Damage from Appliances

Tips to Preventing Water Damage from Appliances Tips to Preventing Water Damage from Appliances

Mar 25, 2019

Commercial Insurance

How to Prevent Leaky Appliances

  When homeowners think of water damage in their houses, they think of heavy rainfall, flash floods, and snow melt. Although these events can be a major source of water damage, the most common culprit tends to be leaks from appliances. The dishwasher, refrigerator, washer, and water heater are all appliances that can cause water damage in the home. To prevent such incidents from occurring, take a look at these tips.   Seals Water can drip down due to defective seals. Replace any seals around doors that are not smooth. If there are seals that are cracking, tearing, or have any irregularities, make sure to replace them quickly.   Tubes Water supply tubes can crack, deteriorate, or rupture behind appliances. Consider replacing plastic supply tubing with a stainless steel cord as it tends to have a longer lifespan. Also, be sure there is some slack in the water supply tube when resting behind your appliances. Too much tension can cause the connection to be put under pressure and tear. If the appliance is pushed into the cord too tightly, it can cause the tubing to kink.   Common Signs If your appliances have blistered hoses, worn tubing, loose fittings or show general signs of deterioration, now is the time to make repairs or replacements.   These tips can help to prevent water damage from appliances. For all of your insurance needs, talk to the professionals at Little & Sons Insurance Services, serving Banning and neighboring cities in California.  
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