by White Point Digital | Jan 19, 2017 | Prevention, Water Damage
As a result of cooling the air, air conditioners create condensation or water. Often there is a pan under the air conditioner to hold the water while it evaporates. You are better off installing a drain pipe to direct the water to either the sewer or outside. If...
by White Point Digital | Jan 19, 2017 | Prevention, Water Damage
Your dishwasher can cause water damage through many situations: Switches, valves, and hoses are used to connect the system to the water. Any of them could fail resulting in a leak. Keep a close eye for leaks, even small ones, because they often become big ones. An...
by White Point Digital | Jan 19, 2017 | Prevention, Water Damage
Your refrigerator has a few ways it typically results in water damage. The first is the clogging or freezing of the defrost drain. Make sure it is draining. Next is a bad seal, which is like leaving the refrigerator open. Make sure it closes well or get a new seal....
by White Point Digital | Jan 19, 2017 | Prevention, Water Damage
The water heater is an appliance you only notice when it is not working! A cold shower or flooding are probably the two reminders that you have a hot water heater. To prevent water damage from Water Heaters: Have it inspected annually for leaks or damage. 69 percent...
by White Point Digital | Jan 19, 2017 | Prevention, Water Damage
The toilet, that incredibly useful item that we don’t talk about. It seems you really only appreciate it when you go somewhere without it! The toilet has several ways it can cause water damage in your home: The most common is the failure of the supply line hose....
by White Point Digital | Jan 19, 2017 | Prevention, Water Damage
A washing machine is one of the greatest tools in our homes. However, if not taken care of properly this machine can cause water damage to your home. There are a few sources for this water damage. Here they are with some idea on how to prevent them as well. Supply...