Top 7 WARNING SIGNS OF WATER LEAKAGE BEHIND THE WALL

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When a frozen pipe bursts or a drain backs up,
you know somethings wrong right away. You
quickly identify the source and take care of
repairs. When a slow leak starts in your homes
walls without attracting attention, it does leave
solid clues water leaking from behind your walls
can cause mold to grow, damage framing materials
and increase your heating and cooling costs. Here
are some telltale signs of water leakage behind
drywall
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Musty Odors

• If there is excess water or moisture in your
  walls, the smell of mold may start to appear.
  This can happen if water is allowed to leak into
  building materials like sheetrock, wood or
  drywall. If you notice a strong musty smell near
  a certain area of your wall, there could be a
  water leak or mold growth behind it.

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MOLD IN UNUSUAL AREAS

• Mold grows in wet areas, such as kitchens,
  bathrooms and laundry rooms. If you spot mold on
  walls or baseboards in other rooms of the house,
  its a good indicator of undetected water leaks.
  Any patches larger than a few square feet should
  be taken care of by a restoration company that
  provides certified mold removal services.
  Whatever the source of your water damage Carolina
  Restoration Services has the tools and know-how
  to fix the problem. We handle Water Damage Repair
  of Pipes, Appliances, Ceilings, Walls, Flooring
  etc. Contact us for water damage restoration
  service in Raleigh NC.

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Visible Stains

• Water from a leak within the walls will get
  absorbed in the drywall and sheetrock which will
  cause a noticeable stain. If the stains on your
  wall continue to get bigger, this is usually a
  good indication that there is a hidden plumbing
  leak.

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WET FLOORS

• A dark area next to a wall may be caused by a
  leak in the plumbing. If you notice wet spots on
  your carpeting, touch the fibers if they are
  damp, you probably have a wall leak. Warm floors
  that feel hot underfoot often indicate pipes that
  are leaking inside walls.

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 PEELING OR BUBBLING WALLPAPER / PAINT

• When you see wallpaper separating along seams or
  paint bubbling or flaking off the wall, blame
  sheetrock that stays wet because of an undetected
  leak.

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Warping Walls

• When sheetrock absorbs too much water, it will
  begin to warp and curve. Warping can lead to
  structural damage that is very expensive to
  repair. If there is warping on your walls, this
  is a clear indication of a water leak.

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Testing for Hidden Water Leaks

• A hidden water leak can be difficult to determine
  from visible signs alone. However, if you find
  some of the signs of a hidden leak in your home
  and want to know for sure, follow these tips to
  test for a hidden water leak by using your water
  meter.
• Turn off all faucets in your home as well as
  appliances that use water.
• Check the water meter and record the usage
  number.
• Leave the water off for approximately 3 hours
  inside and outside the home.
• Look at the water meter again to see the usage
  numbers.
• If the water usage has gone up, then there is a
  hidden water leak.

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Contact Carolina Restoration Services for handle
water damage restoration service in Raleigh NC.

• Call 919-469-1955
• Email info_at_crsnc.net
• Our Address
• 3401 Gateway Centre Blvd.Morrisville, NC 27560