[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/www.newjerseywindow.com\/blog\/leak-protection-how-to-keep-your-home-safe-from-water-damage\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/www.newjerseywindow.com\/blog\/leak-protection-how-to-keep-your-home-safe-from-water-damage\/","headline":"Leak Protection: How to Keep Your Home Safe From Water Damage","name":"Leak Protection: How to Keep Your Home Safe From Water Damage","description":"Although leaks can be caused by a range of troublesome home issues, there are several measures that can be taken to keep your home free from pesky water damage. Here, we\u2019ll explore three essential leak-protection measures and discuss how neglecting them could diminish the appearance and value of your property. Check to see if your […]","datePublished":"2018-01-31","dateModified":"2024-02-20","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.newjerseywindow.com\/author\/njsiding\/#Person","name":"Andrew Sciacca","url":"https:\/\/www.newjerseywindow.com\/author\/njsiding\/","identifier":1,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/4afc4160086f7bad2818e23ee4b094a7c0880439286ca7e407ab3af917b28246?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/4afc4160086f7bad2818e23ee4b094a7c0880439286ca7e407ab3af917b28246?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"New Jersey Siding & Windows","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.newjerseywindow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/njsw-logo.png","url":"https:\/\/www.newjerseywindow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/njsw-logo.png","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.newjerseywindow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/iStock-803485906.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.newjerseywindow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/iStock-803485906.jpg","height":836,"width":1254},"url":"https:\/\/www.newjerseywindow.com\/blog\/leak-protection-how-to-keep-your-home-safe-from-water-damage\/","about":["Blog"],"wordCount":339,"keywords":["Tips"],"articleBody":"Although leaks can be caused by a range of troublesome home issues, there are several measures that can be taken to keep your home free from pesky water damage. Here, we\u2019ll explore three essential leak-protection measures and discuss how neglecting them could diminish the appearance and value of your property. Check to see if your home\u2019s gutter system is in working order.Gutters are sometimes overlooked, but they should be closely monitored by any homeowner intent on keeping a home in peak condition for several reasons \u2013 including leak protection. For example, clogged gutters can lead to water buildup on the roof. In a perfect world, your roof would keep that water out of your home without a hassle. Unfortunately, that\u2019s not always the case (more on that later), and the roof may instead allow the water to leak into your attic, causing potentially disastrous structural damage. Repair (or replace) your roof.At New Jersey Siding & Windows, we\u2019ve developed a reputation as roof repair experts, so we\u2019re no strangers to leak damage caused by bad roofing. These leaks can originate from even the smallest imperfections, from minor chips to missing shingles. And as we\u2019ve mentioned, a leaky roof can lead to a leaky attic and then to further interior damage, which can prove immensely expensive to rectify. Make sure your siding is properly installed and protected.Siding serves as a steadfast barrier between the elements and your home, but it does have potential weaknesses. In some cases, if either your siding or roof isn’t appropriately installed, water may drip behind the siding from your roof. This dripping water can damage the structure of your home\u2019s walls and even leak into your basement.Fortunately, the experts at New Jersey Siding & Windows are well versed in both siding and roofing installation to ensure your home is equipped with appropriate leak-protection measures. To learn more about our services or to schedule your leak-protection appointment, contact us online or by phone at 973-895-1113."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/www.newjerseywindow.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Leak Protection: How to Keep Your Home Safe From Water Damage","item":"https:\/\/www.newjerseywindow.com\/blog\/leak-protection-how-to-keep-your-home-safe-from-water-damage\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]