The Problem with Water Leaks
Whether it is a leaky tap or a leaking pipe, water leaks may damage your home and cause health problems unless properly repaired or dealt with. Water leakage may also affect the value of your home aside from damaging your health. To help you understand what can happen due to even a small amount of water leaking from the ceiling or elsewhere, here are a handful of problems that can occur. Furniture and Carpet Water Damage Water can seep through materials like upholstery, carpets, drywall, subflooring, and wood. Even the smallest of leaks can cause water to seep into your furniture and carpets. Wood can warp or bend when exposed to water for a prolonged period. Moist or wet wood can attract insects and termites. When not properly dealt with, it can infest the rest of the home. Wet carpet does not only smell bad but can also lead to the growth of mould and mildew. Mould can produce spores that travel through the air and cause breathing problems or trigger allergies. Inha...