Prevent a Water Damage During Labor Day Weekend.\

9/1/2016 (Permalink)

Boaters enjoying a vacation on beautiful Lake Havasu.

Labor Day weekend is generally considered the end of the Summer.  It's one last long weekend to enjoy the sun and the water before Autumn arrives.  If you plan on taking a trip away from home this Labor Day Weekend, there are several actions you can take to reduce your chance of having a serious water damage affect your home.

1)  Check all supply lines to major appliances for kinks or leaks, including washing machine hoses, ice maker lines, and the reverse osmosis system.

2)  Inspect the supply lines for serviceability at the toilets.

3)  Hire a plumber to inspect your pressure regulator before leaving town.  The peace of mind will be worth the cost.

3)  Turn the water off at the main

The roads, lakes and rivers are going to be busy this coming weekend.  Please be careful out there.