Holiday Guests Could Cause Water Damage 

It's all about getting together with family and friends over the Holiday season. For many people, this entails hosting family gatherings and festivities at their homes. While having visitors around for the holidays is a great way to spend time with loved ones, if you're not careful, it may also lead to water damage. 

Appliance Mishaps

When visitors are brought into a home, they frequently want to pitch in and help out. Maybe they want to wash your dishes after you spent the day slaving over a hot oven preparing a family feast, or maybe they just need to do some laundry while they're staying with you. Whatever the cause, you should spend some time explaining how your key appliances operate. Dishwashers, washing machines, ice makers, and other comparable appliances don't all function the same way, and a human error or misunderstanding might result in a major mess or even a flood. To avoid tragedy in this situation, simply make sure that your guests are aware of any limits that your equipment may have, as well as any special operating instructions.

Plumbing Trouble

When there are more people in your home than normal, your plumbing may begin to feel strained. Suddenly, there are more individuals showering and using the restroom than normal. This has resulted in drains being blocked or toilets backing up in some cases. These issues can result in unsightly (and even dirty) flooding, which can result in catastrophic water damage. Improper sewage-contaminated water remediation might result in health issues. Make sure to deal with any possible difficulties straight away so that you don't have to call in the restoration experts!

Cracked Windows

When there are more people within the house, there are a lot more ideas on what defines "pleasant temperature." While you may prefer that the thermostat be set to a lower setting, your parents or grandparents may insist on keeping the heat turned up. Some people may prefer to crack open a window in their bedroom for air when the heat is set up too high. 

Rain, sleet, or snow might cause damage to the interior of your home if they neglect to close the window as they leave the room. Always remember to check your windows (especially when precipitation is in the forecast). You may also try using floor fans to warm guests to avoid the need to open a window completely.

Minor Flooding

When you invite people into your house, you increase the chances of minor flooding and mishaps. Whether your cousin's bathtub spilled or all of your grandkids left their soaking wet ski coats and boots in a heap on your floor, excess pools of water may wreak havoc on your housing materials and must be dealt with as soon as possible.

Although following these guidelines can reduce your chance of water damage this winter season, accidents can still occur. It's critical to respond fast if your house has been harmed by water damage. Mold spores begin to grow in less than 24 hours after water damage. In the long run, the longer you delay, the more issues and hassles you will have. The specialists at Restoration 1 of Central Houston are ready 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to assist you with any water emergency. We'll work with your insurance carrier to fix the damage and make the most of your coverage.