Moisture damage can begin in lots of areas of this high-use room!

Around and Under the Kitchen Sink Look For:

• A steady drip at the faucet or in the trap beneath the sink
• Broken or missing tiles around the sink
• An unsealed edge at the bottom of the back splash behind the sink
• Any dampness or stains on walls or cabinetry where plumbing pipes pass through

Maintenance Tip

• Use a drain opener in the sink periodically even if it isn't backed up.

Around the Dishwasher Watch For:

• Water left in the dishwasher after its cycle, which suggests a possible clogged drain or main filter
• Signs that the dishwasher drain sometimes overflows into the sink, which indicates a possible clogged drain line
• A trickle of water beneath the dishwasher sometimes, that could mean there's a leaking water hose

Maintenance Tips

• Check the vents and drains from the dishwasher.
• Replace hoses with braided hoses and new hose washers.

Under and Behind the Refrigerator Look For:

• Even a small leak from the icemaker supply line

Maintenance Tips

• Vacuum the refrigerator coils periodically.

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