We Act Fast In Crossville After A Water Loss

3/13/2020 (Permalink)

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Water Removal Crossville – Frost Proof Faucet Leaked

Homes built in areas where there is a possibility of freezing temperatures during the winter usually have frost-proof faucets that deliver water to the outside for gardening and watering. During cold temperatures, the faucets are designed to prevent the water pipe from freezing and potentially causing the pipe to crack as ice forms inside the pipe. Occasionally the homeowner forgets to turn the inside tap off and drain the external faucet, causing water leaks inside the home during cold temperatures.

SERVPRO provides water removal services in Crossville and surrounding areas. We are well equipped to handle any emergency and respond in less than four hours in most situations. Our team is available 24 hours a day and 7 days a week to help our clients deal with water leaks and the ensuing damage.

Leaking Frost Proof Faucets

Frostproof faucets prevent water inside a pipe near the outside wall from freezing during a cold snap. As water turns to ice, it expands inside the pipe, and can easily cause the pipe to crack or one of the joints to come apart. Water usually begins leaking after the homeowner turns the outside tap on while working in the garden and may not be noticed until the owner finds water on the floors inside their home.

In many cases, SERVPRO can utilize weighted water damage extractors to remove water and moisture from carpeting and under padding. A weighted water extractor is a machine that one of our technicians rides to add weight to compress the water from the carpet as it passes over the floor. We use shop vacuums to vacuum water from tile and linoleum floors.

The final step involves deploying air movers to blow air over the damp carpet. The air absorbs moisture, and then dehumidifiers remove the humidity from the air. The floors and home can be dried relatively quickly using this method. For large amounts of water, SERVPRO may need to make flood cuts along the floor to remove water and moisture inside the walls.

Call SERVPRO of Cumberland, Morgan & White Counties at (931) 250-5333 for 24/7 service. We proudly serve Crab Orchard, Lake Tansi, and surrounding areas. We're Faster To Any Size Disaster.

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