How To Prevent Water Damage While Vacationing

8/16/2022 (Permalink)

A leaking pipe in a Clearfield, UT, home.

When you are on vacation, the last thing that you want to do is worry about broken water pipe repair. Unfortunately, it does happen when you least expect it. There are some things that you can do to prevent this kind of damage while you are away from Clearfield, UT.

3 Things To Do To Prevent Water Damage While Away

1. Check for Leaks

This may seem obvious, but you should make sure nothing is leaking before you leave. Be sure to check your:

• Toilets
• Pipes
• Sprinklers
• Hoses
• Water heater

A broken pipe can be extremely bad while you are on vacation because it will continue to leak until you come back. If one does break, mold could grow, and you will need a remediation company to clean up the water damage.

2. Insulate, Disconnect and Caulk

Even warmer climates can freeze in the winter. By insulating and caulking around exposed pipes, you can prevent needing a water pipe repair while you are away. You should remove any hoses and cover the spigots of any outdoor water access to prevent these from becoming a problem.
Keep your heat on low when you are not there to prevent indoor pipes from freezing. Remember, when indoor or outdoor plumbing freezes, it can cause a pipe to break, creating leaks at the very least.

3. Turn Off the Water

The best way to avoid coming home to a flooded house is to turn the water off at the main. You can do this by shutting off the main and draining out any excess water. If turning the water off isn't an option, consider having someone watch your house while you are not there. They can turn on the heat in the event of a freeze and notify you if there are any problems.

No one wants to worry about broken water pipe repair while they are on vacation. You can prevent everything from damaged walls to pipes bursting with these simple steps.