2022 Summer Vacation Tips to Avoid Water Damage

5/20/2022 (Permalink)

Summer is here this week in the Upstate of South Carolina. With the warming weather and endless days of sunshine, people are starting to plan their summer vacations away from home. Recent surveys from CHUBB found that "close to 80% of homeowners overlook costly water leak exposure when heading out on vacation." At SERVPRO of West Greenville County, we want to make sure that you aren't those people, so we have some tips for you to help avoid any water damage. 

• Complete a check of all appliances before you leave
• Test the sump pump if you have one
• Turn off the main water valve
• Regularly replace supply lines

These are just a few of the simple steps that you can take to help prevent water damage to you home while you are away. If you do suffer water damage, give the professionals a call at SERVPRO of West Greenville County at (864)-292-8570.

https://news.chubb.com/2017-08-21-Survey-Finds-Close-to-80-of-Homeowners-Overlook-Costly-Water-Leak-Exposure-When-Heading-Out-on-Vacation