Protecting Your Home While You Are Away

1/6/2022 (Permalink)

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Keeping Your Home Safe While You're Away

A vacation should be a relaxing time away from the everyday worries you face. Returning to find your home in Smith Village, OK, has water damage can negate those good feelings in a hurry. Checking off the following tasks, including gutter cleaning and water pipe repair, before you leave can ease your mind and let you truly enjoy your time away.

Inspect

A good way to protect your home is to make sure everything is in working order. While you are planning what to pack, you should also walk through and inspect the areas where water can invade your home:

• Are hoses and supply lines to appliances such as washing machines and ice-makers free of visible damage?
  
• Are pipes under the sinks leak-free?
  
• Are windows sealed against outside leaks?
  
• Is the water heater free of rust and cracks?
  
• Does the sump pump operate properly?
  
• Are pipes well-insulated against freezing temperatures?

Take the time before you leave to fix any problems. Preliminary water pipe repair keeps you from coming home to a mess.

Clean

Many homeowners return home to find that their houses are flooded due to clogs. Make sure rain gutters and downspouts are clear of debris. Clear out your sump pump so that it runs efficiently, if needed. Regular inspection of sewer lines lets you know if you need repairs before you leave to keep those pipes clear.

Delegate

Despite your best preparation, a broken pipe can still cause damage when you aren't home. It's smart to have trusted neighbors check on your home while you are on vacation. Make sure they know how to turn off the water main and which water remediation specialists to call if a problem happens. If no one is available to watch your home, it's best to turn off the water main before you leave.

The best time for water pipe repair and maintenance is before you leave on vacation. Knowing your home is safe from water damage can give you peace of mind during your trip.