Furnace Leak floods Brea, CA Home

7/31/2014 (Permalink)

Your furnace is an essential home appliance, however, you don’t need it to be the cause of a home flood. If your home floods due to a leaking furnace, it can be one of the most aggravating and destructive home disasters. A resident of Brea recently contacted SERVPRO of Yorba Linda/Brea, a flood damage restoration company, because she came home to a leaking furnace for the second time in six months. Furnace leaks are alarming because literally gallons of water spill onto your floor, which can cause permanent damage to the flooring in addition to frightening health concerns.

The homeowner in Brea contacted SERVPRO of Yorba Linda/Brea because she noticed her leaky furnace caused drywall damage to her downstairs living room ceiling. This is not surprising as high efficiency furnaces often have a damp exhaust, which produces condensation. The effects of leaking can cause damage such as water spots, rusting of steel, and de-laminating of materials such as plywood. Other homeowners have complained that their flooding furnace caused carpet that was soaked with mildew and water damage to baseboards with several inches of mildew climbing up the wood. These unexpected flooding disasters can be absolute nightmares to fix. Once mold sets in, a minor furnace leak has the potential to not only create a health hazard to the occupants, but also a costly and inopportune repair.

At SERVPRO of Yorba Linda/Brea, we want to help you avoid a potential flood damage disaster, so we are big on prevention! We encourage you to check the valve and temperature of your furnace every six months. During the summer time, many people use their air conditioning unit. However, if your unit shares an internal drain with your furnace you may end up with a drain system plug. That can cause water to back up in your furnace. You also want to check for leaks! Even small leaks can lead to mold growth and damage the internal structure of your home.

If you find yourself in need of flooding assistance, call SERVPRO of Yorba Linda/Brea. We specialize in flood damage restoration. We have the tools and machines necessary to dry out your home quickly and completely, while still ensuring your complete satisfaction.