4 Appliances That Leak Often | SERVPRO of Greater Sussex County

9/1/2024 (Permalink)

Leaking appliances can cause damage in your home. If you find water damage from an appliance, call SERVPRO of Greater Sussex County!

How many appliances do you have in your home right now? We all rely so heavily on our appliances to help us get through our days that it can create a serious disruption if even one of them starts to malfunction or become unreliable. 

Even the most reliable companies and machines can leak at a moment’s notice, which can cause a serious headache and significant water damage. We list the top four appliances that are prone to leaks below so you can take action quicker if you notice a new water spot or puddle on your floor. 

Dishwashers

Who has time to sit and wash dish after dish by hand? Not us! Dishwashers are an essential part to any kitchen these days, but they are prone to leaks because they are used so frequently in our daily lives. 

But dishwashers are directly connected to water lines, hoses and valves that could break down or become loose at any time. Even an old seal or broken gasket could malfunction and lead to water pooling all over your floor. 

Washing Machines

We are guilty of setting a load to wash and then heading out the door frequently, but that can quickly lead to a serious situation if you don’t catch a leak as it starts to pool all over your floor. 

Washing machines are also connected to water hoses that can come off the machine unexpectedly, and even something as simple as setting up your machine on a slightly unlevel surface is enough to cause a watery mess. 

Fridges
Our fridges are a true powerhouse in our kitchen! We rely on them to keep our food and drinks cold and safe in a controlled environment, which means they are working 24/7 to perform their job. 

This means that a fridge leak could truly happen at any time. A leaking fridge usually means that there is a problem with your defrost drain, your water supply is clogged or a seal is no longer doing its job. 

Hot Water Heater

Our water heaters are probably one of the most overlooked appliances in our homes, but they have such an important role! If you notice a puddle or a slow drip coming from your water heater, take action immediately. 

Water heaters hold multiple gallons of water at a time, which means a small leak can quickly turn into a catastrophe. 

What to Do

So you noticed a puddle in your utility room or came home to an obvious problem as your dishwasher just finished pumping the rest of its water onto your kitchen floor. Quick action is necessary to keep your situation under control! 

Try to stay out of the water and shut off the appropriate water valve to stop the flow of water. You should also shut off electricity to the area, just in case. 

After that, get us on the phone! We have the proper drying equipment and high-quality tools to ensure every drop of water has been dried up, and we will rebuild and restore warped floors, ceilings and walls with confidence. 

Dealing with water damage? Call SERVPRO of Greater Sussex County today.