Damage in Your Point Pleasant Home

5/3/2020 (Permalink)

Our skilled crew at SERVPRO of Point Pleasant will restore you home after a water damage incident.

Removing Water Heater Water Damage from a Point Pleasant Home

Water heater-related damages may not be the most common, but most homeowners can still expect their heaters to fail within the first eight to ten years of use. Without regular cleaning and maintenance, water heater leaks from supply lines or rusty tanks can create considerable amounts of water damage in your utility room.

If your home in Point Pleasant requires water damage mitigation due to a water heater failure, SERVPRO technicians are available to address the damage and restore your home to a preloss condition. These technicians are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to extract water damage from all types of surfaces. SERVPRO emphasizes repair over replacement whenever feasible so that homeowners can save time and money on much-needed mitigation services.

Inspecting Your Water Heater

• Examining the exterior. Check the floor underneath the heater, as well as the tank, supply lines, and nearby plumbing. Regular visual inspections can help you detect small issues before they become costly repairs.
• Flush the tank. It is recommended that you flush your water heater's tank annually to prevent the buildup of residues and sediments that can eventually compromise the tank without regular cleanup.
• Inspect the anode rod. This specially designed rod collects corrosive materials to prevent them from eating away at the tank. Examine this once every year or two to get a better idea of when to flush the tank.
• Check any vents. If your water heater features a top vent, you can determine its effectiveness by lighting a match near the gap between the water heater and the vent. When the heater turns on, the flame should move toward the gap. If not, call a plumber to examine the system.

SERVPRO's Water Extraction Methods

SERVPRO technicians use a variety of extraction methods to address damage in your basement, including mops, wet/dry vacuums, and portable extractors that can access hard-to-reach spaces, including saturated wall cavities. Small holes or cutouts may be necessary - with the homeowner's permission - to facilitate drying. The extraction process must be thorough to ensure that drying is efficient and successful.

SERVPRO of Point Pleasant can ensure that your home looks, “Like it never even happened.” Call (732) 202-3001 for professional cleanup services when disaster strikes on your property.

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