Water can be one of the most damaging things to your home. Here are some great tips to prevent water damage in your home: How to Lessen the Threat of Water Damage. I would also include (1) turn your main water supply to your home off if you are going out of town - I have had several friends come home to a flood in their home when returning from a vacation! (2) If you plant shrubs or flowers near your foundation, make sure you do not build up the grade with dirt or mulch as this could create a place for water intrusion. (3) Make sure all exterior penetrations into the siding material of your home are caulked - like lamp bases, spigots and electrical outlets. This will prevent water intrusion but it will also make your home more energy efficient.
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