3 Ways to Detect Water Damage in the Kitchen
According to the American Insurance Association, water damage is the most frequently filed insurance claim for homeowners. The cause? Usually leaky plumbing. While a small plumbing leak hardly seems catastrophic, it can turn into headaches in a matter of minutes. (Trust us, we’ve been there.) Most often, these “minor” cases of water damage originate in the bathroom or the kitchen. Homeowners can avoid major costs by preparing for and preventing water damage in areas of the home. Today, we’ll focus on detecting water damage in the kitchen. We at Restore Rite know that kitchen water damage is tricky, because many pipelines are found behind appliances. This means that a problem can go unnoticed for several days until it compounds into a more severe issue. So, Idaho Falls, take note of these tips and check for kitchen water damage in these wet summer months. 1. Use the water meter The Environmental Protection Agency recommends checking the water meter for a two-hour period when the...