Minnesota Homeowners: Plumbing Leaks And Water Damage Repair

Dealing with water damage after a plumbing problem can be daunting and stressful. Water leakage can quickly cause damage to your home’s foundation, while standing water can create mold and mildew issues. When water damage happens, Minnesota homeowners need to move fast by calling a plumber for advice and repairs.

Water damage in your home requires immediate assessment and a quick solution. You need to determine the source of the leak, fix the problem, and then take care of any water damage. But the source of water damage isn’t always easy to identify. While leaky pipes and fixtures may be obvious, leaks and broken pipes behind walls and in the ceiling take longer to notice.

Follow these tips for water damage repair:

1. Minor Water Damage

Broken fixtures and leaking pipes that are out in the open are easy to spot, and water damage can be minimal if caught early. To contain a water leak before calling a plumbing contractor:

• Turn off the flow of water. You may have to turn off the water supply to your entire home, or you can shut off the water at the source, such as the valve under the kitchen sink.
• Wrap a towel or silicone plumbing repair tape around the site of the leak to prevent remaining water in the pipes from leaking and causing more damage.
• Call a professional for plumbing repair services.

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2. Serious Water Damage

Stains on ceilings and upper walls can be a sign of serious water damage. Broken and slowly leaking pipes behind walls and in the ceiling can be harder to detect and cause significant water damage over time, including mold and structural damage to your home. When serious plumbing problems occur, call a professional plumber immediately for expert repair.

3. Water Damage Repair

Depending on the severity of water damage, you may need to rely on the services of several contractors for repairs. If a water leak has caused structural or drywall damage, a general contractor along with a drywall professional can get your home back in good shape. Mold and mildew damage may require the help of a specialist to be sure your home is safe and free from these harmful toxins.

4. Remodel and Update

If your bathroom or kitchen has suffered considerable water damage after a major leak, it may be a good time to remodel and update rather than hiring multiple contractors to do the repair. Not only will you get the bathroom of your dreams, remodeling can increase the resale value of your home and save you time and money as you deal with one contractor instead of several. Contact a bathroom remodeling professional for advice and quotes.

5. Hire a Professional

When it comes to hiring a plumber or other contractor, you need someone you can trust. Ask family and friends for recommendations, get more than one job estimate, and read reviews.

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This Patch article is sponsored by HomeAdvisor.