Guides for Austin homeowners

Water damage

Start with the one that fits

• Water damage: what to do in the first hour
  The steps that limit the damage and protect your insurance claim, in the order they matter.
• A pipe burst. Here is what to do first.
  How to stop the water, limit the damage, and keep it from happening again in the next freeze.
• Slab leaks: the signs and what to do next
  A leak under the foundation can run for weeks before it shows. Here is what to look for.
• Appliance leaks: where they start and how to catch them
  The appliances that cause the most water damage, the early signs, and a quick checklist.
• Mold in Austin homes: what Texas actually requires
  The Texas licensing rules for mold assessment and remediation, explained.