Dangers of Water Damage

4/28/2016 (Permalink)

Sometimes it happens in the middle of the night. Sometimes it happens when your at work or visiting family. Water Damage....it is a horrible term. You come home to being up to your ankles in standing water and you are frantic to figure out what caused it. Was it the sump pump, a broken pipe, or a run-off? Whatever the case may be, you need to act fast to complete the water damage repairs for the following reasons:

Your Structure

Water inside your home can be a destructive force. As the water piles up, it’s going to damage it. You may notice the floor start to bow, the walls begin to bend and crack, and the ceilings could begin to cave under the weight. If water threatens the structural integrity of your home, it could end up costing you thousands of dollars to make the much needed repair. When you act fast to remove the water and make the necessary repairs, you will limit the damage done to your home.

Oh no! .......Mold

It is shown that within 24 hours of exposure to water or moisture, mold will start to grow. Mold will leave an unpleasant odor in your home and will continue to grow as fast as it is capable to. The best way to stop mold growth is to remove the water and treat the area as quickly as possible. When mold is concerned faster action is always the best.

Safety Issues

If water has reached any electrical appliances or outlets, you’re going to have a safety issue to deal with. You don’t want to get electrocuted, so you need to turn off your power and have your home inspected. Make sure that you’re not at risk for any dangers pertaining to the electricity or other concerns in the area.

Damaged Possessions

Your home is filled with your memories, and all the material items you have collected throughout your life. How would you feel if some of your most prized possessions were damaged beyond repair? When your personal property is affected by water you want it restored not replaced. You want to preserve it for as long as possible. If these items get damaged by water, you can act quickly to restore those items. SERVPRO professionals can help you care for those items and make sure that the damage around your home is stopped when they get to the scene. 

SERVPRO of Huron & East Seneca Counties proudly serves you and specializes in fire, smoke, mold, flooded basements, water and biohazard damage to both commercial and residential properties. Capable of handling any size loss and working with all types of insurance providers, SERVPRO is available 24 hours a day, 365 days per year. We cover areas like Tiffin, Fremont, Norwalk, Willard, Bellevue, Carey, New London, Bloomville, Attica, and Monroeville. For more information, visit http://www.SERVPROhuroneastsenecacounties.com or call us at 419-443-1790.