Water Damage in Vacant & Second Homes
Sound familiar?
- You walked into a second home and the floors are wet
- A tenant or property manager reports water
- The water bill on a vacant house suddenly spiked
- A neighbor texted you about water running from the garage
If any of that is happening right now, call. We'll connect you with an independent local contractor.
Request help onlineWhat a contractor typically does
Each contractor runs their own process and sets their own prices. A typical visit looks something like this:
- Meet you or your property manager on site, or coordinate access remotely as the contractor permits
- Stop and assess, then extract water
- Inspect for mold growth if the water sat a long time
- Dry and document, with photos you can review from out of town
- Provide paperwork for your insurer
Vegas factors
Las Vegas has many second homes, snowbird properties and rentals. A leak that would get noticed in an hour in an occupied house can run for days in an empty one, and long-standing water raises mold risk. Check your policy for vacancy clauses: some policies limit coverage when a home has been empty a set amount of time.
FAQ
I'm out of state. Can this be handled remotely?
Often a property manager, neighbor or lockbox can give access. Ask the contractor what they need to proceed.
Does insurance cover a vacant home?
Policies vary and some have vacancy limits. Check yours. General information only.
How do I prevent it next time?
Shut off the main when the home is empty (check irrigation needs first) and consider a smart leak sensor or water shutoff valve.