How not to flood the neighbors. Simple and effective prevention methods.

Financial losses, conflicts with neighbors, hassle and a lot of wasted time - it is only a small part of the problems that arise whenaccidents associated with flood.

As a rule, it occurs unexpectedly and is not the most opportune moment.

therefore prepare for this difficult, but still to minimize the chance of flooding the neighbors can.

It is only necessary to know simple and effective ways to prevent.

It is about them and will be discussed below.

It is necessary to monitor the serviceability of valves that cut off the water supply to the apartment and know how they work.

In the event of an emergency need as soon as possible to block valves, shut-off the water supply to the apartment.

therefore very important, that they are undamaged and are not wedged in the right moment.

A method of prevention in this case is very simple.

Ball valves must be at least every six months to open and close and do not leave them in a semi-closed position (They are not designed for this purpose).

When leaving the apartment for a few days is better shut off all valves shut-off the water supply.

This procedure takes only a few minutes, and the probability of flooding neighbors significantly decreases.

In addition, it is necessary Know the emergency service phone number. It is advisable to place it in a prominent place or just put in a phone.

In an emergency, it will help solve the problem quickly.

It is necessary to monitor the condition of the flexible hoses and replace them in good time.

The service life of the hose is not as long as it is sometimes stated by the manufacturer (in the best of five to eight years).

Therefore, the method of prevention can there be only one.

So as not to flood the neighbors you need time to change flexiblehoses.

• If a no visible damage hose must be replaced every five years.
• If hose began to rust or "shaggy" from one endPull the replacement can not be at all. is he to be urgent replacement.

It is desirable to set the shut-off valve before each flexible connector.

In case of emergency it allow to localize the place of leakage and cover the water around the home do not have to.