Each year one of the biggest homeowner property insurance claims is water damage – and this is not just in those areas of the country where flooding is common. Many times the water damage is actually caused by slow leaks from appliances and the house’s plumbing that simply go unnoticed until it’s too late. With this in mind, here are a few water maintenance tips that in the long run could save you thousands of dollars in repairs.

Study your water bill – One of the easiest ways to detect water leaks is to pay close attention to your water bill. Major fluctuations in water usage from one month to the next could mean that you have a problem. [Read more…]