Homeowners in the Central Florida and Atlanta area will experience some type of water damage. Whether it is a slow water leak in a pipe in the slab foundation of the home, pinhole leak in the plumbing behind a wall, a broken appliance hose, or even the sewer line, will the typical homeowners insurance policy cover the damages?
Homeowners should protect themselves from the damages and high repair cost from water leaks
Age of your home’s water pipes
The homeowner is responsible for the maintenance of the water and sewer pipes. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), “the average age of broken water main is 47 years. Nearly a quarter of all water mains are 40 years old.”
Mature trees and water pipes don’t mix
Invasive roots from mature trees seek out pipes for their water. Once they make their way into a water pipe it can lead to serious problems, blockage, and clogs.
Be mindful of the warning signs
Most water leaks start off as just a trickle, but over time they add up to serious damages. A stammering faucet, slow drains, musty odor, warm areas on the floor, higher than normal water bill, area of unusual green grass in the yard, or the sound of running water when everything is turned off, are all signs of a water leak.
Temperature changes
Studies from the American Society of Civil Engineers show that it just takes a 10 degree change in temperature to induce enough stress on a pipe to cause damage.
Repair Costs
The cost of repairing a the damages from a water leak can run into the thousands, and not all situations are covered by insurance. Which is why many insurance professionals are turning to the Leak Doctor to locate even a hard to find water leak with minimal invasiveness.
The Leak Doctor has seen the sweeping changes in the insurance industry in both Florida and Georgia. We understand the latest updates and have invested in the latest technology to find all types of water leaks, reduce insurance claim cost and increase client’s satisfaction.
Contact the Leak Doctor for more information and to make an appointment.
