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Many people fail to grasp the extent of damage that even a small amount of water can cause to their homes or property and building materials. Water, as a destructive element, can lead to substantial water damage, structural issues and structural damages, and the growth of mold<\/a> when it infiltrates properties. Consequently, having the ability to identify potential problem areas is essential for preventing water damage in both residential and commercial properties.<\/p>\n Call the experts at PuroClean water damage restoration company in Encino, CA if your property is affected by water damage caused by floods and flood waters, broken pipes, backed-up sewer lines, leaking faucets or toilets, air conditioning units, old water heaters, or any other kind of water damage in your home or business. We’re available to attend to your water damage restoration needs 24\/7.<\/p>\n Most property owners have never experienced water damage in their homes or business. Statistics show that 1 in 55 homes<\/a> will suffer from some sort of water damage every year. Frequently, we receive calls from homeowners dealing with damp or flooded floors in their properties, encompassing wet carpets, tiles, or wooden floors. Such incidents are commonly triggered by factors such as freezing temperatures, leaky pipes or appliances, aged and corroded water heaters, and obstructed air conditioning systems. Natural disasters can also be a cause for these unfortunate situations.<\/p>\n\n <\/p>\n\n Water damage may strike your property due to natural catastrophes such as tornadoes, hurricanes, and other phenomena. Strong winds and heavy rains can cause harm to your roof, causing rainwater to drain directly into your home or company. Worse, severe weather can sometimes result in flash flooding, particularly if your property is located in a flood-prone zone.\u00a0Read our guide<\/a>\u00a0for what to do when flash floods strike.<\/p>\n You would be surprised to know that at times, people living in multiple story units, forget to turn the water off as they are preparing a bath and it overflows, other times washing machines fail, overflowing. These events cause flooding on the floors where these units are installed and at times they end up leaking from upstairs to the units below. These events end up flooding inside the walls, floors, and damaging drywall and ceiling as well as other home components.\u00a0Head over to our blog<\/a>\u00a0to find out what actions to take if your washing machine overflows.<\/p>\n The pipes on your property facilitate water flow, and any leaks or punctures can result in substantial damage. For instance, a leak in the kitchen sink pipe may allow enough water to seep into the cabinet beneath, potentially causing damage. If a pipe within the walls is leaking, the situation can escalate. Such leaks can lead to significant water damage and the development of a mold colony, especially when an entire wall is affected. Moreover, if there is a leak in your plumbing supply line or drainage pipe beneath the concrete slab, it can pose a more challenging situation. Learn how to detect<\/a>\u00a0if there is a leak leading to water damage within your walls.<\/p>\n We have had many events where people looking for a place to hang their People call PuroClean when their pipes freeze. Frozen pipes are a common issue in the colder months that encounter. As the temperatures get lower, the water in pipes that are not well insulated can freeze. Water expands when it freezes, which damages the water lines, creating leaky pipes, and flooding the house.\u00a0Read our tips<\/a>\u00a0on how to prevent pipes from freezing, and\u00a0find tips about winter storm safety<\/a>\u00a0for homeowners.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":2,"template":"","class_list":["post-11","service","type-service","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/encino-ca-puroclean-encino\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/services\/11","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/encino-ca-puroclean-encino\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/services"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/encino-ca-puroclean-encino\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/service"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/encino-ca-puroclean-encino\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/encino-ca-puroclean-encino\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}Most Common Reasons For Water Damage In Your Property<\/h2>\n\n\n
Storm Damage and Flash Floods<\/h3>\n
Overflowing Bathtubs, Sinks, and Washing Machines<\/h3>\n
Pipes and Supply Line Leaks<\/h3>\n
Frozen Pipes<\/h3>\n