Can My Water Hose Cause Water Damage To My Home?

7/14/2023 (Permalink)

During the summer months, having a water hose in your yard can be common practice–whether for watering plants or letting the kids cool off and play in the yard. However, you should be aware of potential risks that your garden hose can cause your home if not cared for correctly. 

How To Avoid Flooding

• Make sure to turn off your garden hose after you go indoors. Leaving it running can potentially flood your backyard. 
• During the fall, don’t forget to disconnect your garden hose! If you leave your garden hose attached, there is a chance latent water can freeze, which could cause connected valves, pipes, and faucets to expand and burst. 
• If children are playing outside with a garden hose, be sure to supervise! This will prevent accidents from happening, as well as make sure that the hose is properly turned off and stowed away after use.

What To Do In Case of Flooding

Sometimes you may forget and leave your garden hose running. If water has entered your home, this could present risks for you and your family. At SERVPRO, our number one priority is your safety. Our experts know the risks concerning water damage and the water damage restoration process that you may not be aware of! Here are some safety tips for handling flooding, along with a few things you can do before help arrives: 

• Immediately turn off the hose valve to stop the source of water. 
• Be very careful walking in the affected area, and attempt to avoid it if at all possible. Electrical and slip and fall hazards are some of the biggest concerns associated with flooding!
• Do not turn on ceiling fixtures if the ceiling is wet, as the wiring could be damaged. 
• Carefully remove excess water by wiping and blotting. 
• Turn on air conditioning for maximum drying in the summer. SERVPRO will be on the scene shortly with air movers and dehumidifiers for stronger drying power! 

A garden hose is a simple enough household item that you may not consider there are some hazards involved. However, our team SERVPRO Belle Meade/West Nashville has seen many types of disasters, and we want you to be wary of all the ways flooding could strike! If you may have to call SERVPRO for help, trust that you have turned to experts at your home quickly and ready to work. Have a flooding or moisture issue? Call us at (615) 242-9391 for help, 24 hours a day, seven days a week!

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