Articles tagged #water-damage-prevention.
If your sump pump keeps running even when the pit is dry, you risk burning out the motor. Learn how to quickly diagnose and fix a stuck float switch or broken check valve before the next heavy storm.
Don't let a tiny crack in your shower grout turn into a massive repair bill. Learn how to safely remove and replace crumbling grout to keep your walls watertight.
Learn how to protect vulnerable water lines in garages, crawl spaces, and attics from freezing. This DIY guide covers insulation types, heat cables, and draft sealing.
Got an ice dam causing leaks? 🥶 Put down the hammer. Here is the safe, fast way to melt ice dams on your roof edge without destroying your shingles.
A puddle of water around your indoor AC unit is usually caused by a clogged condensate drain line. Learn how to stop the leak immediately and clear the blockage using a wet/dry vacuum.
Finding sagging crawl space insulation during your spring inspection? Learn why shoving it back up traps moisture and causes wood rot, and how to fix the root cause.
Scheduling your septic tank pumping in mid-spring prevents summer backups, avoids winter frozen-ground fees, and protects your drain field during heavy rains.
Your sump pump stopped working during a massive downpour, and the water is rising. Follow this emergency triage guide to troubleshoot the pump and prevent a flooded basement.
Discovered a chalky white substance on your basement walls? Learn how to identify harmless efflorescence, clean it safely, and stop the moisture causing it.
Discovering a chimney leak during a heavy spring rainstorm is stressful. Learn how to safely apply a temporary chimney flashing repair to stop water damage until a pro arrives.
Discovering standing water under your house after heavy spring rains is stressful, but it is usually a fixable surface-drainage issue. Learn how to safely remove the water and stop it from coming back.
A dripping bathtub faucet isn't just annoying—it wastes hundreds of gallons of water and ruins your tub's finish. Learn how to fix the leak yourself by replacing the cartridge or stem.
