How We Repair Water Damage Caused by Home Appliances

At Total Home Water Restoration, we get a lot of calls from homeowners dealing with leaks and overflows from dishwashers, washing machines, fridges, or water heaters. One day it’s just a puddle. The next, it’s a soaked floor, warped cabinets, or worse—mold.

If that’s you, here’s exactly how we fix it.

Step 1: Stop the Water

First thing’s first: stop the leak. That might mean shutting off the water supply to the appliance or the whole house.

If we’re on-site fast, we’ll do that for you. Otherwise, turn the water off and give us a call right away at 380-246-1837.

Step 2: Assess the Damage

We inspect everything. Water doesn’t stay put—it seeps under floors, behind walls, and into subfloors. Our team uses moisture meters and infrared cameras to find all the wet spots, not just the visible ones.

What we look for:

• Wet drywall, baseboards, and trim

• Water under vinyl, tile, or wood flooring

• Moisture in subfloors or cabinets

• Any sign of mold growth

Step 3: Water Extraction and Drying

Once we know the extent, we get to work fast:

• Extract standing water

• Remove soaked materials (like carpet padding, base trim, or ruined cabinets)

• Set up industrial dryers and dehumidifiers

• Monitor drying daily to prevent mold

We follow IICRC S500 standards for professional water damage restoration—this ensures your home is dried safely and completely.

Step 4: Mold Prevention (or Remediation)

Appliance leaks that go unnoticed for a few days can lead to mold behind the scenes. If we spot mold or suspect hidden growth, we’ll follow IICRC S520 protocols to contain and safely remove it.

Step 5: Repairs and Restoration

Once the structure is dry and safe, we repair or replace whatever was damaged. That could include:

• New drywall and paint

• Replacing flooring or subfloor

• Installing new cabinets or trim

• Full rebuilds if needed

We’re a licensed general contractor in Grove City, which means we can handle the full job start to finish—no bouncing between multiple contractors.

Common Appliance Culprits

These are the usual suspects:

• Dishwashers: Leaks at the pump or hose fittings

• Refrigerators: Cracked water lines or clogged defrost drains

• Washing Machines: Burst hoses or bad seals

• Water Heaters: Failed tanks or valve connections

We’ve fixed every type of leak you can imagine. If it's water damage from an appliance, we’ve got you covered.

Call Before It Gets Worse

Water damage moves fast. The longer it sits, the deeper it gets—and the more expensive the fix.

If you’re in Grove City, Columbus, or nearby (Dublin, Hilliard, Westerville, Pickerington, etc.), call Total Home Water Restoration today.

📞 380-246-1837
🏠 4141 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

We’ll treat your home like it’s our own.