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Flooded Carpet Removal

There are two major symptoms to pay attention to when it comes to the pressure relief valve on your water heater. Is your temperature and pressure relief (TPR) valve leaking? Or, does hot water not flow through the pipe when you test the valve? Both scenarios may involve more than just a valve replacement.

The TPR valve opens to release pressure buildup in the water heater when the temperature or the pressure get dangerously high, preventing a possible explosion. A buildup of mineral salt, rust, and corrosion can cause a TPR valve to freeze and fail to function.

While rare, a failed safety relief valve can cause catastrophic damage. If your water heater TPR valve malfunctions, water in the tank could exceed boiling point, expand into steam, and propel the tank like a rocket through multiple floors, reports the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors. This can cause both personal injury and extensive property damage

A Water Heater Failure in the Utility closet caused a massive flood in a finished basement.  We came in quickly to remove the flooded carpet and pad, so that we could dry out the area.