{"id":1316,"date":"2018-06-13T16:33:13","date_gmt":"2018-06-13T16:33:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/?p=1316"},"modified":"2018-06-13T16:33:13","modified_gmt":"2018-06-13T16:33:13","slug":"avoid-basement-water-damage-by-monitoring-these-areas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/avoid-basement-water-damage-by-monitoring-these-areas\/","title":{"rendered":"Avoid Basement Water Damage By Monitoring These Areas"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Most homeowners worry about water damage in their basement. After all, water damage is one of the most destructive types of damage a home can experience; furthermore, water damage is tedious, intrusive, and costly to repair. Even though most homeowners\u2019 insurance policies will cover the cost of water damage in your basement, it is something you want to prevent at all costs. So how can you tell if you are accumulating water in your home?  All you have to do is keep an eye out for certain red flags. <\/p>\n<h2><font color=\"#29a39f\">Continue reading to learn which areas of your basement you should pay attention to after heavy rain and precipitation in order to stay on top of water damages and repairs.<\/font><\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_1317\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Water-Leak-Inspections-Indianapolis-IN-e1528907453449.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1317\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Water-Leak-Inspections-Indianapolis-IN-e1528907453449.jpg\" alt=\"Indianapolis Water Leak Plumbers 317-784-1870\" width=\"600\" height=\"372\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1317\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Water-Leak-Inspections-Indianapolis-IN-e1528907453449.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Water-Leak-Inspections-Indianapolis-IN-e1528907453449-300x186.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-1317\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Indianapolis Water Leak Plumbers 317-784-1870<\/p><\/div>\n<h1><font color=\"#29a39f\">Drain Pipes<\/font><\/h1>\n<p>Water and drain pipes in your basement can sometimes look as if they are sweating.  This is called pipe condensation.  When this situation occurs, you could face possible mold, mildew, and corrosion issues.  To avoid this problem or to resolve it completely, install reliable insulation on all your pipes.<\/p>\n<h1><font color=\"#29a39f\">Heating and Cooling <\/font><\/h1>\n<p>Heating and cooling systems are not always located in the basement; however, in older homes, it is common to find them there.  If your HVAC system is in your basement, be sure to maintenance and service it regularly.  This includes checking the drain pans and clearing out any obstruction to ensure consistent water flow.  Cleaning and replacing furnace and air conditioning filters is imperative to a smooth operating system and superior performance.  All these things combined can prevent water back flow and water accumulation in your basement.<\/p>\n<h1><font color=\"#29a39f\">Interior Water Damage<\/font><\/h1>\n<p>Interior water damage includes moisture on walls and ceilings.  If you notice that walls are moist or dripping with water, this could be a sign of water damage or concern in your home.  Anytime a ceiling looks wet or discolored, there is a chance it is being caused by water accumulation or miss-flow.  This is a huge red flag and should be looked into immediately.  The longer a water leak goes untended, the worse the damage will be. <\/p>\n<h1><font color=\"#29a39f\">Slab Leaks<\/font><\/h1>\n<p>Slab leaks are serious issues that require immediate repair. In fact, they happen to be one of the riskiest plumbing problems for a property. The longer a slab leak goes unresolved, the more destruction can occur to the rest of your plumbing, including the property\u2019s foundation as a whole. The most common signs of a slab leak include increased utility bills, floor and wall cracks, or mold growth. If you notice these signs, it is time to contact a professional Indianapolis plumbing company for slab leak detection and repair services.<\/p>\n<p>If you discover a water leak in your basement, or any other area of your property, contact a state licensed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Indianapolis plumber<\/a> immediately. It is important to act fast before a leak can turn into a flood, which can then turn to tedious and costly renovations. <\/p>\n<h2><strong>Indianapolis Plumbing Repair Pros<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><div id=\"attachment_1275\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/Weilhammer-Plumbing-Indianapolis-Indiana-Copy.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1275\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/Weilhammer-Plumbing-Indianapolis-Indiana-Copy-300x280.png\" alt=\"Weilhammer Plumbing Company 317-784-1870\" width=\"300\" height=\"280\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1275\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-1275\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Weilhammer Plumbing Company 317-784-1870<\/p><\/div><strong>Call Weilhammer Plumbing Company at 317-784-1870<\/strong> for prompt and professional <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/plumbing-services\/water-leaks.php\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Indianapolis water leak detection<\/a> and repair you can afford. Owner and master plumber, Mark Weilhammer, provides residential and commercial plumbing services, including 24 hour emergency plumbing repair. Our team of licensed and insured plumbers deliver safe and effective plumbing repair at an affordable price. Request a free estimate, today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Most homeowners worry about water damage in their basement. After all, water damage is one of the most destructive types of damage a home can experience; furthermore, water damage is tedious, intrusive, and costly to repair. 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