Serious Water Damage and Mold on the Lower Eastern Shore

2/28/2022 (Permalink)

Don’t Hesitate if You Have Water Damage on the Eastern Shore, call The Lower Shore Restoration Team (410) 749-2221

If You Suspect Mold in Your Eastern Shore Home, Call a Professional Restoration Team 

Water damage can be caused by many different things. Storms and flooding are often associated with water damage in the home, but there are many other causes.   

Here are some home maintenance tips that relate to appliances. This will help make your home safer and prevent water damage.   

Appliance maintenance in your laundry

Washing machine: Look for any cracks, weak spots or deformities in the hoses connected to your washing machine to prevent floods or leaks. Replace hoses every five years or as directed by your owner's manual.

Dryer: Clean the filter after every use, no exceptions. Use guidance from the manufacturer to clean out the vent. 

Appliance maintenance in the kitchen

Oven: Check the owner’s manual for recommended maintenance. Regularly inspect the burners to ensure they light up evenly. Check the seal on the oven door; a poorly sealed oven door can cause your appliance to lose a large portion of its heat, driving up utility bills and unevenly cooking food. Inspect the rubber or fiberglass seal around the perimeter of the door for any breaks, and check for leaks with the door closed. Replace if necessary.

Garbage disposal: Check for blockages and remove with tongs, then run the disposal with a deodorizing or cleaning agent such as ice cubes and salt, vinegar or even frozen citrus.

Dishwasher: Follow manufacturer recommendations for cleaning. Regularly inspect the racks for chips and go over them with special touch-up paint to prevent exposed metal and rust, which can damage your dishes.

Fridge: Clean the interior, exterior and coils according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Regularly inspect the seals on the doors for cracks or breaks.

Microwave: Regularly inspect the interior of the microwave to ensure the seals and coatings are intact.

Simple steps to make your home safer and prevent water damage. If you suspect water or mold don’t hesitate to call the trained professionals at SERVPRO of The Lower Shore (410) 749-2221.  

When you are dealing with water damage, immediate action is crucial. A delay of just a few hours can greatly increase the severity of the water damage.  SERVPRO of The Lower Shore has the specific water damage training and experience to help you.

We’ll respond to your Eastern Shore home or business quickly. SERVPRO of The Lower Shore arrives quickly and starts the water extraction process. This immediate response helps to minimize the damage and the cleaning and restoration costs. A delay of just a few hours can greatly increase the severity of the water damage. 

MOLD REMEDIATION and RESTORATION 

SERVPRO of The Lower Shore provides 24-hour fire and water damage restoration service (410) 749-2221.