Leak in Washing Machine Water Hose Causes Flood in Brea, CA Home

7/22/2014 (Permalink)

With hectic schedules and other responsibilities outside of the home, few residents have time to check that their washing machine is working properly before they throw in a load of clothes.  However, if your washing machine is over ten years old or has given you any reason to question its ability in the past, it’s better to be safe than sorry. In addition to being a pesky nuisance, a leaking washing machine can also drain your wallet! Recently a family in Brea was devastated to find their home flooded due to a leaking washing machine water hose.  Thankfully the experienced technicians at SERVPRO of Yorba Linda/Brea, who specialize in flood damage repair, were able to put together a customized package that restored the family’s home.

“What’s wrong with a little water on my carpet from a water accident?” you may ask. The problem is that once your carpet has been flooded you are putting the health of your whole family in jeopardy.  Carpeting is a breeding ground for mold growth. According to the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors, “At especially high risk for mold growth are carpeting located below ground level in basements, carpet in commonly moist or damp climates, and carpet that has been wet for any period of time.” Some people have terrible reactions to mold and will suffer from nasal stuffiness, eye irritation, wheezing, and pesky skin irritation when they come into contact with mold.

In addition to the health concerns when your home floods, a water damage catastrophe can also cause structural damage to the frame of your home and ruin your furniture. Customers often complain that the leaks from the washing machine will flood the entire laundry room.  This is a nuisance because the varnish on the cabinets or shelves is completely ruined.

If you are suffering from flood damage in Yorba Linda or Brea call SERVPRO of Yorba Linda/Brea to help alleviate your stress and get your home back in good shape! Our goal is to make it seem just like the flood never happened in the first place.