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Water and Its Progression of Damage
4/25/2022 (Permalink)
No matter the damage sustained, SERVPRO of Jonesboro has the tools and team to help your home return to a normal state quickly.
That tiny water spot or drippy faucet might be something you’ll “deal with later,” but never underestimate the total destruction moisture can have on your house. The average leak in a home can waste almost 10,000 gallons of water in a year.
When water damage starts, it moves quickly, soaking walls, floors, and any soft surfaces. The faster you handle a problem, the better your results will be. Here is a basic timeline of water damage and what you need to know.
Every household has a one in four chance of incurring flood damage over a 30-year period in a high-risk area. Knowing your next move after spotting water is essential.
The first 24 to 48 hours after a flood or other water damage are the most crucial. Some of the items in your home will begin to take on water immediately and become victims of its terrible effects.
Upholstery and furniture will become saturated, while wooden structures will begin to swell as water takes over. Personal belongings such as books and photographs are particularly vulnerable to warping and becoming damaged beyond recognition. Mold also begins to set up in this timeframe. Quick action is the best way to save as much as possible.
SERVPRO wants to “restore vs. replace” your items to both save you money and save your irreplaceable keepsakes. Any items that cannot be restored correctly will be communicated to you. We will also handle any removal of ruined items in order to continue the drying process in your home.
After the first day, water will continue to progress further, quickly damaging more and more items. Mold will spread like a fire in an environment with excessive moisture and can begin to damage the home’s structure.
Porous surfaces like wood and even your walls will become compromised as they continue to become saturated with water, while metal surfaces will start to corrode.
Moisture should not be allowed to sit for any extended amounts of time as some effects will be catastrophic or even irreversible. The more time that passes, the more effort is required to restore items. Cost and risk go up substantially as well while the structure of the home will likely be compromised.
SERVPRO can start the restoration process the moment you call, even in the first 24 hours. Service will begin with a complete extraction of water in order to prevent any additional spread and reduce drying time.
Floors, furniture, and other large items will likely require cleaning, sanitizing, and deodorization. Once the majority of the water is removed, our specialized team will use equipment to dry water that can’t even be seen.
Once these first few steps are complete, there may be a need for construction in order to get your home back to preloss condition. This could involve minor repairs or even a complete rebuild of affected areas.
We can simplify the restoration process by working with you through the initial damage assessment all the way to any needed reconstruction. SERVPRO will constantly update you on each step and get you back in your space faster.
Regardless of the type of water damage sustained, SERVPRO has the tools and teams to help your home or business recover. Contact us 24⁄7 when you need a dependable team to help you recover.