Kitchen Sink Leaking?

8/6/2018 (Permalink)

Leaking kitchen sink is not only annoying but can be potentially be dangerous especially when waking up to water on the floor, first thing in the morning. Flooding due to a leak can quickly become a serious safety hazard, so immediate action must be taken. Before you begin to think about kitchen repair, there are several steps you should take to mitigate damage and ensure your safety and that of your household

• Shut Off Your Water

If it is safe for you to stay in your house, the first thing you need to do is shut off your water to prevent further flooding. When determining whether it is safe to do so, check to make sure that there are no cords or wires in the water and that you can safely navigate the area without risk of slipping and falling Once you are absolutely sure it is safe, locate the two stop valves under the sink. These can usually be found at the back of the cabinet. Next, turn each of the small valves under them clockwise.

• Call Your Insurance Company

Now that the leak has been stopped, you will want to call your insurance company to find out what steps you should take to make a water damage claim. Insurance policies vary, so the quickest and most efficient way to figure out what you need can be to read your policy and call your insurance agent. Coverage will also depend on the extent of the damage. Kitchen leaks will often damage walls, floors and cabinetry. 

.Call a Local Restoration Company

Once you’ve made a claim against your insurance, you should then get in touch with a restoration company SERVPRO of TRACY to make the necessary repairs. We have the skilled technicians and equipment to restore your kitchen as quickly as possible. Services often include water removal, drying and dehumidification, and cleaning.

It’s easy to become overwhelmed when your kitchen is flooding, but following these steps can allow you to mitigate as much of the damage as possible and get your kitchen back to its pre-flood condition. 

It is time to contact SERVPRO of Tracy on 209-834-0200 for any kinds of water damage restoration.