water floating on shower drain

How to Unclog a Bathtub Drain with Standing Water

Steve VanDenBerg Blog, water damage

Dealing with a clogged shower or bath can be quite a nuisance. Standing water not only attracts pests but also leads to various other problems. Understanding the causes of clogged shower drains and knowing how to clear them is crucial. If you find yourself unable to tackle the clog, it’s essential to seek assistance from a professional. They possess the …

Sink Leaking Underneath

Why is My Sink Leaking Underneath?

Steve VanDenBerg Blog, water damage, water damage restoration

A leaky sink can go undetected until the cabinets underneath are opened. A water puddle is a sign that a leak has sprung. Sinks commonly leak underneath due to issues with the drain or plumbing equipment. Homeowners should know the precise cause of the leak so they can fix it. Water shouldn’t be under the kitchen or bathroom sink. But …

Professional Contractor Repairing Broken Fridge

Why Does My Fridge Leak Water from the Inside?

Steve VanDenBerg Blog, water damage

Summary: A leaking refrigerator can be fixed by following a few simple steps. Cleaning the water dispenser, unblocking the defrost drain, checking the water supply line, inspecting the door seal, examining the ice maker or water dispenser, and replacing the water filter assembly or filter can all help resolve the issue. By addressing these common causes, you can put an …

Water leak on basement concrete floor

How to Clean the Concrete Floor After Basement Flooding

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Basement flooding is common. As the lowest part of the home, the basement is susceptible to heavy rainstorms, sewage backups, and even seepage through the walls. Cleaning the concrete floor after flood damage is important to maintain the basement and the home’s structural integrity. What causes basement flooding? The basement is prone to severe flood damage from a number of …

What Causes Washing Machines to Leak?

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Discovering a leaking washing machine is a moment that many of us have faced. It’s a scene that can send anyone into a whirlwind of questions. Do you find yourself in the same situation, wondering: What’s causing this unexpected flood? Why does my washing machine leak? Is there a way to prevent the leak from re-occurring? In this blog, we’re …

How to Survive a Flash Flood

How to Survive a Flash Flood

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Flash floods are common occurrences when springtime weather arrives. Due to their unpredictability, these floods can be dangerous to homeowners and drivers alike. Here are ways for individuals to survive a flash flood if they are caught in the raging water. What is flash flooding? Flash floods are natural disasters that occur when rainfall is extremely heavy, and the ground …

home damages from winter storms

How to Protect Your Home from a Winter Storm

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Much of the US is under blankets of snow. Along with accumulations of heavy snowfall are ice dams and powerful wind gusts that can do significant damage to a home. Taking steps to protect the home from winter storms should be at the top of a homeowner’s to-do list. While western states, like California, rarely expect frigid winter storms where …

water damage in the kitchen restored by ServiceMaster

How to Repair Particle Board Cabinets Affected by Water Damage

Steve VanDenBerg Blog, water damage

Particle board can be found throughout your home as it is commonly used to make kitchen cabinets and lightweight furniture. This material can also become water damaged very easily. When particle board does get water damaged, it swells up and loses its smoothness. How you fix the damaged particle board will depend on the extent of the damage. If the …

laminate floor water damage san mateo ca

How to Tell if Your Laminate Floor Has Water Damage

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Water damage can be incredibly destructive to any building material used in the San Mateo, CA and San Francisco, CA areas; however, some materials will fare better against excess moisture than others. One of them includes laminate flooring; if you simply wipe up a spill as soon as it occurs, there shouldn’t be a problem. But in the cases of …