How To Fix Toilet Related Water Damages

Toilet-related water damages are costly and can set you back by hundreds of dollars. Most instances of toilet water damage start with clogged or overflowing toilets. Homeowners can avoid bigger damages if they intercept issue in time and implement simple maintenance repairs. The following information will help you prevent water-related damages from deteriorating.

What Can You Do if Your Toilet Overflows?

If your toilet is leaking or overflowing, consult the following guide and follow the steps mentioned here to prevent the chances of permanent water damage at your home.

·         Adjusting the float could help. If you do not detect any kind of blockage, then it is highly likely that the overflowing water is caused by high level of float. You can prevent overflow and water damage by simply re-adjusting its level. Lower the float until you do achieve the desired bowl fill level.

·         If your toilet is clogged, avoid the temptation of flushing it again and again just to see if the waste moves down the drain. This will only lead to a greater accumulation of water in the bowl and could even cause dirty water to flow out.

·         Try clearing the blockage with the use of a plunger. If the toilet is clogged but is not throwing water out onto the bathroom floor, try dislodging the obstruction with a plunger.

·         Make sure no more water gets into the toilet until the clog is cleared. Turn off the water supply to the toilet. The knob is typically located near the base of the tank on the wall behind.

·         Call a plumber to fix the underlying issue.

·         Seek help of a restoration company to safely clean up any toilet water damage.  

Does Your Insurance Cover Water Damage from Toilets?

Since every homeowner’s insurance policy is different, the definite answer to this question depends on what is and what is not covered by your particular insurance agreement. Homeowner policies generally cover the damages that occur to toilets. They also cover all water-related damages that are deemed as “sudden” by the insurance company. Mold damage is typically not covered by the policy, however. This is because mold growth is considered to be caused by homeowner’s negligence. Damages caused by clogged sewer lines are also usually not covered by policies.

How Can You Avoid or Reduce Toilet Water Damages?

·         Keep a check on your flush. If you feel that your toilet could be clogged, wait for a few seconds after you flush and see whether it fills all the way to the top. If the water level keeps rising you can reach inside the tank and change the level of float. This will stop the water from overflowing and prevent water damage. Don’t forget to cut out the toilet’s water supply as well.

·         Perform regular maintenance of your toilet. Check the various components of the toilet including the different water supply valves installed in the bathroom.

If your toilet is flooded to a point which requires a big clean up job, you should leave it to the professionals at Superior Restoration to provide you an exceptional service.