Water Damage From the Fridge...

3/4/2022 (Permalink)

What happened?

A common cause for these leaks is the plastic water line behind the refrigerator will crack, a slow drip starts and water pools behind the fridge unnoticed. Another common cause is excess condensation buildup which has the same effect. Water damage from your fridge can create numerous problems in your home especially since the problem can go unnoticed for so long, at this point the damage has already taken a toll on your floors and surrounding areas. Moisture and heat in the dark environment create perfect conditions for mold to form and your floorboards to rot. Somewhere like an apartment or enclosed area these mold spores can cause issues and a problem like this should not be overlooked. At SERVPRO we are experts in mold remediation and will gladly remove and prevent further frustrations from happening.

So What is Next?

It is important to clean up any visible water to avoid further damage and possibilities of mold forming. Once this is done you should inspect your fridge and see if there are any noticeable leaks or areas where condensation may be forming to excess. It is important to replace any faulty connections to stop the immediate leak if possible. If you are able to, assess the damage done to the area under and around the fridge. Most of the time floorboards will show visible damage, but the real problems can occur underneath where you cannot see. We recommend you give us a call at SERVPRO of Peekskill, Ossining where we are available 24/7 to help you. We will send a team out to prevent any further damage. With many years of experience we will make the cleanup a quick and easy experience for everyone involved.

A Pro tip From Us: Purchase a water alarm and attach it behind/under your fridge to notify you of any further problems from getting bad.