A Day in the Life of a Leak: How Fast Water Damage Escalates

A Day in the Life of a Leak: How Fast Water Damage Escalates

It starts small — a pipe behind your wall, slowly dripping.

Hour 1–6: Silent Sabotage

The leak saturates insulation and drywall. It spreads horizontally, unnoticed. You go about your day with no idea your home is under attack.

Hour 6–12: Mold Begins to Form

The moisture creates a perfect environment for mold spores, which begin growing in the dark, damp corners of your wall cavities. You may start to notice a musty odor.

Hour 12–24: Serious Structural Damage

The wood framing begins absorbing water. Subfloors weaken. Electrical wiring becomes a hazard. At this stage, you’re looking at potential structural compromise and a significant repair bill.

Day 2+: Full-Scale Disaster

Paint blisters. Stains emerge. Flooring may begin warping. If left unchecked, the leak could cost you thousands in mold remediation, new drywall, and more — not to mention insurance deductibles and a disruption to your life.

Stop It Before It Starts

StreamLabs Control provides real-time alerts and automatic shutoff to stop leaks before they destroy your home.

  • Monitor water flow 24/7
  • Detect even slow, hidden leaks
  • Protect your property investment

Leaks move fast. So should your protection. Install StreamLabs and safeguard your home, hour by hour.

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