6 Easy Steps to Protect Your Corpus Christi Home from Water Damage
Invest about 1 hour a year – and you could
prevent the financial disaster of burst pipes …
the aggravation of cleaning up thousands of gallons
of water and ruined belongings …
and the grief of losing irreplaceable family heirlooms.

Most people think that fire causes the most household damage nationwide. But guess what? Ninety percent is caused by water damage – and the water pipes snaking through your walls are the most dangerous threat.

Burst water pipes can have a staggering impact on your family and life. Electronics and appliances are destroyed. Rugs, clothing and furniture are ruined. And you’ll spend days cleaning up the mess, battling an overpowering mildew problem, and trying to get your pipes fixed.

Protect yourself from this nightmare! Invest about 1 hour a year to follow these 6 simple steps to head off this costly tragedy.

1. Hire a professional to check and maintain your water heater annually. When it’s time for a replacement, consider moving indoor water heaters to the garage, if feasible.
2. Replace hoses on your washing machine every 5 years, and use heavy-duty hoses. Each year, check control valves and replace them if they become locked up.
3. If you leave home for two or more days, turn off water to the house if possible. At the very least, turn off control valves to the water heater, washing machine, water softener, etc.
4. Know how to shut off your water supply where it enters your house, in the event of an emergency. If your pipes do burst, shutting off the source may make the difference between a manageable mess and an out-of-control disaster.
5. Monitor your water bill. If it seems unusually high without explanation, thoroughly inspect your water system for hidden leaks.
6. Do not pour grease of any kind down your sink or garbage disposal. This can block your pipes and the main sewer, leading to water and sewage backup.

Smart Consumer Tip: Print and review this special checklist with your family to ensure you’re prepared in the event your pipes burst.

This report is provided compliments of
Ed Cantu Insurance Agency, Corpus Christi, Texas, (361) 991-3575

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