Put down some water proofing (e.g., Kerdi-Board) in your utility room (like you'd water proof your shower or entire bathroom), or at least put your water heater

Put down some water proofing (e.g., Kerdi-Board) in your utility room (like you'd water proof your shower or entire bathroom), or at least put your water heater in a shower pan. Ditto for other appliances that have water, like dishwasher, clothes washer, and plumbed fridges: * https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t8NCeo51Lkc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t8NCeo51Lkc * https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HLEv8qPVpY4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HLEv8qPVpY4