Keeping Your Garage Free from Water Damage

1/24/2022 (Permalink)

The spring and summer months bring hurricanes, heavy rains, tropical storms, and unpredictable wetness that present a threat to homes in South Florida

While the days are quite cold now in South Florida, we are not too far away from the spring season. When April rolls around, the temperatures will rise and the rains will come, which means that Florida homeowners need to be prepared. The spring and summer months bring hurricanes, heavy rains, tropical storms, and unpredictable wetness that presents a threat to homes throughout South Florida. When people prepare for water damage, they typically think about protecting their kitchens, bathrooms, and even laundry rooms. They rarely think about their garage, but that is an area of the home that is also vulnerable to water damage.

Water damage in the garage would likely be less costly than the kitchen or bathroom, but preventing any water damage from occurring in the first place is ideal. When the Florida rains become heavy, there is often flooding. Flooding can lead to water damage throughout the floors and walls of the garage, in addition to other property being stored in the garage. The following are some important tips to keep in mind in order to keep your garage free from water damage:

• Make sure that the water heater is in good condition and not producing any leaks
• Regularly inspect the garage roof for any leaks
• Replace the garage door panels when necessary
• Make sure that the gutters near the garage are cleared
• Replace the weather stripping frequently, as it gets worn quickly and need to be kept in good condition to work properly
• Keep your garage door closed, especially during the spring and summer months

While some water damage is inevitable in a major storm, the above tips will give your garage, and its contents, the best chance to remain free of water damage. Far too many people underestimate the potential risks that come with garage water damage and end up paying for costly repairs and replacements of the garage’s contents. For more information about water damage remediation in your garage contact SERVPRO of North Palm Beach County today.