When you have a water leak in your home, particularly a serious leak, can cause significant damage. Not only will you end up needing to repair the leak which often requires breaking through walls or tearing up floors but the structure of your property and your furniture may well be at risk as well. Severe leaks can even impact your health, the long term implications of which can be drastic.
But did you know that water leaks can also cause fires? Actually, water leaks can cause a variety of unexpected problems that you should be aware of. We’ve seen the outcome of these escalations here at Specialist Leak Detection and we’re committed to helping as many people as possible to avoid these issues.
Fires
While many are surprised by the idea that water leaks can cause fires, it’s simply because water and fire don’t usually mix. However, it is a serious risk if you’re experiencing water leaks in your ceiling and you won’t want to ignore it. The reason for this risk is the electrical wires that you’ll find in your ceiling. If water is present in the same space, then they can easily come into contact with the electrical wires. This will lead to short circuiting, a common cause of serious fires in the home. Electrical fires are particularly dangerous, as they can spread quickly and are difficult to put out.
Additionally, the risk of a fire is heightened because of the location of the leak. The ceilings in your home are also the floors of the upper floors of your home. This means that when an electrical fire breaks out, it will spread faster than you might think as it already has access to most of your home. It’s so important for you to avoid this as much as possible, particularly for the health and safety of everyone in your household. If you’re concerned about water leaks in your ceiling, then you should contact us straight away, and have someone with you promptly.
Increased Electrical Risk
This is another risk of water leaks that is often overlooked but it is incredibly important to be aware of it. Electricity and water famously don’t risk and in an enclosed space like your home, it can present a serious risk of bodily harm. It is important to remember that water is a conductor of electricity and it can carry electrical currents of long distances. Whether the water has come into contact with your electrical wires or with electrical appliances and wall outlets, the risk of electrical shocks and the health complications they can cause is high.
If you’ve noticed that you have serious leaks around your home or if the leaks have escalated into a flood, then the first thing you should do is turn your electricity off. This will stop the risk of electric shock until the source of the problem can be found and repaired. We can find your leaks quickly for you, allowing you to limit the risks that you’ll be facing. Of course, this does mean that you won’t have access to your electricity for a while, but this is incredibly important for the sake of your safety.
Looking to Find out More?
If you’re concerned about leaks in your property, then you should contact our team as soon as you can. We specialise high quality and reliable leak detection using non-invasive methods. With our help, you’ll be able to avoid the risk of fire and electric shock, keeping you and your household as safe as possible.