6 Tips to Prevent Laundry Room Water Damage in Royal Palm Beach

1/20/2022 (Permalink)

If you're like most people, your laundry room is one of the most-used rooms in your home. With the constant use of both your washing machine and dryer, it is important to take steps to prevent water damage in this area, as it can lead to costly repairs down the road. Taking a few preventative measures can help avoiding flooding and secondary damage for many Royal Palm Beach homeowners.

Preventing Water Damage in a Laundry Room

1) Make sure your washing machine is properly installed and level. If it's not, water can leak or spill over and cause water damage. Place the washing machine away from the wall rather than flush against it; this allows for additional space for water supply lines.

2) Don't overload your washer. Overloading your washing machine may not allow proper performance and can lead to an overflow of water.

3) Don't leave your laundry unattended. Too often, homeowners will step out after placing a load of clothes in their washing machine and come back to a broken water supply line or overflown machine.

4) Use a water-resistant sealant on all of your appliances and fixtures. This will help keep water from leaking through cracks or seams.

5) Perform routine maintenance. Check all water supply lines, drains and filters as often as possible. Proper functioning of your washing machine is key to ensuring no water damage causing accidents occur.

6) Turn off the water when not in use. The less pressure on the washing machines water supply lines, the less prone to water damage emergencies your home will be. If possible, consider installing an automatic water shutoff valve as well. This is recommended for all areas and your home's main water supply line.

What to Do If Your Washing Machine Floods Your Home?

If for some reason water does start to overflow from your washing machine, there are a few key steps you'll want to take.

1) Shut off the water supply valve to the washer. This is typically located under the sink or behind the washing machine. If necessary, turning off your home's main water supply will suffice as well.

2) Water and electricity can be a dangerous mix. Never attempt to unplug the machine or turn off the electricity without a professional if it is not safe to do so. Consult a professional whenever possible to keep yourself and your home safe.

3) Remove standing water if possible. Again, based on whether this is safe to do so as well as how much water there is, doing this on your own is possible. However, if the situation is unsafe or the amount of standing water exceeds beyond a small puddle, consider calling a water damage restoration company like SERVPRO of West Palm Beach.

Our experienced team has helped numerous Royal Palm Beach homeowners with overflown washing machines and flooded laundry rooms. A quick response to water damage is imperative in avoiding ruined structural materials like flooring and drywall as well as preventing secondary damage like mold. We are available 24/7 for all of your water damage needs.