Why is Water Pooling on My Kitchen Floor?

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Did you wake up this morning to discover a large puddle of water on your tiled kitchen floor? Are you wondering how the is water pooling up on your floor, and what can be done to prevent it from happening again? Waters puddles within your home are not only a cause for dirt and bacteria to gather and collect, but can also be the cause of many other dangers.

Dangers of Water Puddles

For instance:

  • A water puddle that reaches an electric socket may short-circuit your home’s electric supply.
  • Alternatively, it may even charge an electric current through the puddle of water, causing electrocution of any individual who steps into the water.
  • Water puddles are also a major cause of slips and falls, especially on tiled and wooden floors where water does not evaporate or absorb easily into the floor.
  • On carpeted floors, water puddles will leave damp patches that will rot the carpet, and give it a bad smell if the carpet is not washed and dried properly.

Considering the dangers that you and your family may have to face due to water puddles pooling up on your kitchen floor, it is best to implement preventive measures to avoid stepping into the puddle and to locate its source as soon as possible.

The most common cause of water puddles are damaged pipes that can result in water leaking from the pipes onto your floor. However, the question arises that how can you determine the source of the water and how can you prevent it from pooling onto your floor?

Determining the Source of the Water Puddle

The first thing that you need to do is to mop up the water and wait for it to appear again. It may take a few hours or you may even need to wait overnight if the damage to your pipes is very small.

When the water is on the floor once again, you can determine the current of the water. Throwing a small pin or other lightweight objects into the water will tell you the direction of its flow as water generally travels away from its source.

Damaged pipes are not always hidden in plain sight; some may be located behind walls or within cabinets. Once you have gained a general idea on the direction of the water flow, start your search for the source accordingly.

One of the most common sources of water puddles on the kitchen floor is a leaking and damaged pipe under the sink. However, you may also be suffering from a damaged pipe within one of the surrounding walls through which the water is seeping into your floor.

Once you have determined the source of your water puddle, you need to fix it up to avoid further damage to your home and to ensure the safety of your family once more. Keep reading to learn how you can fix your water puddle problem and attain a dry and clean floor.

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