What Are The Steps I Should Take To Prevent Water Damage In My Hermitage/Donelson Home?

11/14/2022 (Permalink)

One of the best ways to protect your Hermitage/Donelson location from water damage is to be prepared in advance.

It isn’t uncommon to experience heavy rainfall, high winds, and more during autumn in Middle Tennessee. The damage to your Hermitage/Donelson home due to floodwaters or heavy rain can be significant. 

From weakening a structure - such as columns, walls, fencing, steps, etc. - to allowing the perfect environment for a mold infestation to appear, a flooding event can lead to severe consequences, no matter how much water is involved.

One of the best ways to protect your Hermitage/Donelson location from water damage is to be prepared in advance. Keep reading for tips on some ways to prevent water damage!

What Are Some Prevention Tips That Will Keep My Hermitage/Donelson Home Safe From Water Damage?

Some best practices for water damage prevention to your home are:

• Maintaining your home's condition will help keep it safe from water damage. Check for areas that come in contact with rain and wind, such as roofing, and be sure to complete necessary repairs right away. Windows and doors need to be kept in good condition and sealed well in advance of wet weather. 
• If you live in an area near a river or creek or have drainage ditches on your property, you will want to take the necessary precautions to ensure that rising waters won’t get near your property. Ensure drainage ditches are clear of debris so water can run freely away from your property. Some of these concerns will need to be handled by city or county authorities, so find out who your contact people are and reach out to them for tips and pointers. 
• While checking your roof, you should also pay close attention to the gutters. It’s hard to overstate the value of gutters in protecting your home. Pull leaves and debris from gutters and downspouts. Reattach gutters that have pulled away from the house, and run a hose on the roof to check for proper drainage. If leaks exist, dry the area and use caulking or epoxy to seal the leak.
• To prevent non-weather-related water damage, keeping your pipes and fittings in good condition will help you here. Inspect these and your appliances regularly to look for leaks and drips. Replace any items that show signs of leakage so that you don’t have a much bigger problem later on.

How Can SERVPRO Help With Water Damage To My Attica Home?

If you experience water damage to your home, call SERVPRO of Hermitage/Donelson at (615) 885 3906! We are experts in managing all types of disasters and damage. 

• We offer fast emergency service 24 hours a day.
• Our team is highly trained and certified in damage management and restoration.
• We use the most advanced technology, allowing SERVPRO of Hermitage/Donelson professionals to restore your property to its preloss condition quickly, reliably, and more effectively.

SERVPRO of Hermitage/Donelson can be onsite at your Nashville home right away to help with any emergency you have experienced. 

In addition to water damage, we handle fire damage, mold infestations, odor removal and deodorization, and much more. Call us at (615) 885 3906 or contact us via our website.

This franchise is independently owned and operated.