Whether you have hardwood floors or wall-to-wall carpeting, the spring rain can wreak havoc on your home’s base. Precipitation brings a constant flow of moisture onto your home’s floors, staining them from muddy feet and warping them. Ensure your floor remains in optimal shape by utilizing the below protection methods.

How to Prevent Water Damage to Your Floors

1. Create a Mudroom

Even if your home doesn’t have a built-in entryway or mudroom, you can designate a spot near the front and back doors to allow individuals to take off their shoes or clean off the mud. For entryways with hardwood floors or carpeting, place a large rug for wiping off shoes and a rubber mat to collect them to prevent mud from entering your home.

2. Offer Hangers

Having a small rack of hooks, a coat stand, or a hall closet with hangers is an easy way to encourage friends and family members to remove wet clothing and allow them to dry. Tossing damp coats or clothing on the floor lets them sit and collect moisture, which can warp wood and make carpeting soggy.

3. Keep Towels Handy

Whether you have kids or pets, they regularly track in dirt, mud, and water. Have towels near the entrance and exit of your home and have your children wipe off hands and feet before going into another room. Make dogs wait outside on the patio or concrete and wipe their paws off before letting them inside.

4. Address Repairs Quickly

If you notice staining or hardwood floors that are warping, call a professional to evaluate the problem as soon as you see it. They can handle small issues easily, but if moisture collects, you could create a mold problem that requires extensive repairs.

If your floors face the damaging effects of moisture, talk to Parker Floor Covering in Hamilton, OH. For more than four decades, this family-owned business has provided the Greater Cincinnati area with services ranging from hardwood floor repairs to carpet installation and maintenance. Learn more about their services by visiting them online or calling (513) 863-6767.