Most of our kitchen activities involve water. We use it to wash utensils, vegetables, and meat, as well as clean countertops and other surfaces. However, the kitchen is also full of water damage hazards, such as malfunctioning kitchen appliances and plumbing leaks. In great volumes, water can cause extensive damage in an instant, and dripping leaks can compromise your building’s structure over time.
When water damage occurs in your kitchen, it’s important to act fast to prevent further damage. ServiceMaster Roswell discusses the top causes of water damage in the kitchen.
Dishwashers
- Dishwashers are beneficial kitchen appliances, but with normal wear and tear, they can be a source of water damage.
- A dishwasher can leak as a result of a faulty connection or a gasket failure, and leaks that remain undetected for a long time can lead to damaged floors and mold development.
- If you notice warped flooring underneath the dishwasher, contact a water damage restoration company right away.
Faucets and Sinks
- Corroded components and improper installation can cause a faucet to leak.
- The caulking on your sink can be worn out by water. Damaged caulking will crack or peel and allow water seepage, so it's important to observe it regularly.
Refrigerator
- Refrigerator leaks can be due to cracked tubing, failing gaskets, or broken water lines.
- When water lines fail, they can send a torrent of water in a matter of minutes.
- Pay extra attention to your refrigerator tubing when cleaning out the fridge to prevent breakage.
Garbage Disposal
- Garbage disposals can leak when their connection to the sink or drain becomes compromised or when they develop cracks.
- Leaking garbage disposals can cause flooding under the sink and can emit a foul odor.
- Check your garbage disposal regularly to prevent water damage.
Plumbing
- Pipes can get frozen on cold winter days, which may cause them to burst and flood the floor.
- Cracked pipes, especially in hidden areas, can gradually destroy building materials and lead to mold growth.
- It's best to invest in a water leak detector to determine if there are leaks down the pipeline.
What to Do When Your Kitchen is Water-Damaged
- Turn off the main water valve and locate the source of the water.
- If the source of the damage is a broken or cracked pipe, call a plumber or contact ServiceMaster Roswell.
- Call your insurance company right away and document the damage through photographs or videos.
Water Damage Dos and Don'ts
DOs:
- Locate the water source and shut it off.
- Turn off the main switch to prevent electrical accidents.
- Try to remove some of the water by using clean mops or white towels.
- Remove items that are not attached to the floor, such as toys, valuables, and pieces of furniture.
- Open windows and doors to keep the area well-ventilated and discourage mold growth.
- Call a restoration company immediately.
DON'Ts:
- Do not pull up carpet installations.
- Do not leave colored items that can potentially bleed lying around the water-damaged area.
- Do not use any electrical appliance or system without a safety signal from a licensed electrician.
- Do not use any electrical appliance or system without a safety signal from a licensed electrician.
- Do not try to perform major restorations and repairs on your own.
- Do not delay getting the help you need.
Kitchen Water Damage Restoration and Flooring Installation Process
- Damage Inspection and Assessment - Project Manage or Estimator will determine the class and category of water damage. This information will tell you the damage’s extent and which actions are the best ones to take.
- Plumbing Works - ServiceMaster of Roswell is certified plumber firm too. We will fix the affected pipes to stop the water damage immediately.
- Water Removal - Water removal or water extraction is the process of getting rid of excess or standing water in the affected areas.
- Drying and Dehumidification - We use commercial-grade equipment to remove water using a variety of methods, including absorbing, draining, pumping, and vacuuming. Our technicians remove moisture from the air using dehumidifiers.
- Content Cleaning and Restoration - Our content cleaning specialists use state-of-the-art cleaning methods to handle delicate items. We will analyze each item and determine whether it can be repaired and cleaned on-site, or whether it must be returned to our cleaning facility.
- Mold Remediation - To locate the root of the mold development and aid in its eradication, we take a rational and systematic approach. We capture, filter, and scrub microscopic mold spores from the air in order to completely eradicate the mold spores from the environment.
- Cleaning, Deodorization, and Restoration - We will sanitize and remove odor.
- Kitchen Damage Repair - ServiceMaster of Roswell's crew will assess and repair the damage of flooring, cabinets, tiles, ceiling, drywall and other parts of Kitchen. We are certified General Contractor, we can reconstruct everything following water damage and fire damage restoration.
Kitchen Water Damage in Roswell, GA? Contact Us for Assistance
Contact our experienced technicians at ServiceMaster Roswell for your kitchen water damage restoration.
Call us at (770) 200-5111 for a fast response or schedule an appointment through our online contact form. We service all types of residential and commercial properties in Roswell, Georgia, and nearby areas.
- Locally owned and operated with national resources
- IICRC Certified Firm in Roswell, GA
- Over 30 years of experience
- Licensed, certified, and fully bonded technicians
- We assist in insurance claim process
