Water Damage: Consequences

12/25/2017 (Permalink)

Water Damage: Consequences

Water damage can cause a variety of serious problems if the issue is not addressed immediately. Restoration is critical when water damage threaten your home or business. Mitigation must be initiated immediately following water damage. Water damage restoration can involve removing excess water as well as applying special disinfectants and cleaners to take care of any residue that was left behind.

If excess water is not removed properly it can cause a pungent odor. In addition, excess water can cause bacteria to develop which can cause serious issues. Excess water can also cause floor boards and walls to decay.  The water following a flood can be removed by using a truck mount and wand to extract. Once the water is removed the cleaning solution can be applied over the entire area. Normally the disinfectants used contains a pleasant and fresh odor.

Water damage restoration may also involve having to tear up and throw away carpeting and padding. Depending on the degree of water damage will determine whether or not carpeting can be saved and restored. If carpeting can be salvaged it must first be dried during the truck mount extraction process. 

Water damage can be quite destructive and unexpected. However, if you are prepared for a flood emergency you will know exactly what steps you need to take in order to recover.

Water Damage In Your Home Or Business? Contact the professionals here at SERVPRO of Oldham/Shelby County. 502.241.6861

SERVPRO of Oldham/Shelby County also serves Spencer, Henry and Trimble Counties.