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The rubber hoses for your washing machine are not designed to operate under constant pressure.

Eventually they will rupture and water will flood your laundry room, and then it flows downwards, down the stairs and through the floors and down the walls until it can't go down any further.

It destroys almost everything it touches, causing damage that is all too often beyond repair.

- What Should You Do if you experience Water Damage? -

You can take the following steps to prevent further damage:

Do:
		Eliminate the source of the water if you can by turning your water off either at the site,(i.e. turn off the valve under a sink or behind a toilet) or at the main shut off valve by the meter.
		Remove as much water as possible by blotting, mopping or using a your wet/dry vacuum.
		Wipe off your wood furniture to remove water.
		Remove furniture from the wet areas if possible, or place aluminum foil under those legs of your furniture that rests on carpet.
		In warm weather, turn on your air conditioner or ceiling fan to improve drying.
		If possible remove all items, such as rugs, from wet flooring.
		Open your cabinet doors and drawers to improve air flow and reduce drying time.
		Make small holes in sagging ceilings to relieve trapped water. Be sure to place buckets or pans under the holes to catch the draining water.
		Call your insurance claims department.

Don't:
		Use a household vacuum to remove water.
		Use electrical appliances while standing on wet carpet.
		Use ceiling fans or lights if the ceiling is wet.
		Leave anything laying on wet carpets or floors.
		Forget to call your insurance claims department to report your claim.