Prevent These Common Types of Water Damage in the Summer

6/19/2018 (Permalink)

Water damage occurs year round, but there are certain factors that come with every season that you'll want to be extra cautious of when that time of year rolls around. Now that Summer is here, be sure to keep these common types of water damage in mind:

• A/C Overflows - When the air conditioner is in use, a little bit of condensation on the drip pan is normal. If the day is particularly hot and humid however, the drip pan may collect more water/condensation than normal. If the condensation line clogs, the drip pan can overflow rapidly every time the A/C cycles on. Be sure to check on the drip pan every week during the summer. It is normal for it to be wet when A/C is operating, but if you notice standing water in the pan, you should turn off the unit and call a qualified HVAC technician. 
• Many people travel during the summer and it is important that you prepare your home before you leave to prevent a water damage from occurring while you're away! The best way you can prevent water damage in your home while you're away is to locate your main water shutoff valve and turn off the water to the house before you go.

Of course there's never a good time for a water damage to occur in your home. If you should experience a water damage however, give SERVPRO of Tustin a call and we'll make it "Like it never even happened."

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