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Cat: Water Damage

Follow these tips to prevent building water damage from some of the more common causes.

28 Resources
Air Conditioning Condensate Line Water Damage [22196] ?

An air conditioning unit can become a source of water damage

Updated Annual Plumbing Inspection [35264] ?

Inspections and maintenance can identify and solve problems before major damage occurs

Cleaning Flood-Damaged Homes [25868] ?

Steps to take to control water damage from flooded bathrooms, etc

EIFS System [22232] ?

Information on Exterior Insulation Finishing Systems and water intrusion problems

Emergency Drying Procedures for Water Damaged Collections [18338] ?

How to save water damaged antiques

Evaluating Roof Deck Problems [23410] ?

Evaluations are subjective and typically rely on visual observations

Flood Clean Up [35721] ?

Cleaning flooded furniture, floors, appliance, etc

Flooding - Before, During, After [29216] ?

Your plan should include components that deal with the following

Low Flow Toilets [22200] ?

Outlines the problems that may be encountered with low flow toilets

Updated Managing Water Infiltration into Buildings [1947] ?

Approach for remediating water problems in buildings due to floods, roof leaks, sewage backup, etc.

Preventing Water Damage at Your Business [22195] ?

Even on a sunny day, water damage can occur

Preventing Water Damage in Your Home [22194] ?

From broken pipes to leaking appliances, water damage can wreak havoc

Proper Caulking of Showers and Tubs [22197] ?

A small leak from a bathtub or shower can cause extensive amounts of damage

Protect Your Home from Water Damage [23811] ?

Proper home maintenance is needed to prevent costly damage to your home

Roof Systems and Water [23399] ?

Differences among the terms watershedding, weatherproof, waterproof and dampproof

Sewer Drain Backup [22201] ?

Steps You Can Take to Reduce Sewer and Drain Losses

Sump Pump Loss Prevention [pdf] [34861] ?

Prevent water damage from sump pump failure by following these loss prevention measures

Toilet Ballcock Valve Failures [22199] ?

Ballcock valve failures provide a great potential for a large water spill and water damage

Updated Walls: Preventing Water Intrusion [35265] ?

Regular inspections and prompt repairs will reduce the risk

Washing Machine Hoses [pdf] [34858] ?

Addresses water damage from washing machine hoses with a discussion of loss prevention measures

Water Damage - Cleanup and Mold Prevention [25743] ?

Strategies to respond to water damage within 24-48 hours

Water Damage Can Be Prevented [18333] ?

Follow these tips for preventing some of its common causes

Updated Water Damage Prevention for Commercial Buildings [35263] ?

Risk Reduction Strategies

Water Hammer Arresters [22198] ?

Water hammer is a water pressure surge that occurs inside water pipes

Water Heater Loss Prevention [pdf] [34860] ?

Prevent water damage from water heaters by following these loss prevention measures

Water Incursion SOP [pdf] [27442] ?

A sample standard operating procedure in the event of water incursion into any building

Water Valves for Washing Machines [pdf] [34859] ?

Replace faucets with a washing machine valve as a water damage loss prevention measure

Wrapping the House: Do's and Don'ts [38447] ?

Install it right, and housewrap works well to keep water out


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