Water problems can cause havoc on a home or business during impact, and depending on the damage left in its wake, the threat to health and safety can remain long after the water has gone. Here are some of the most common water-related problems to watch out to avoid further problems:
1. Water Damage
Whether due to a leaky faucet, appliance mishap, a pipe malfunction, or whatever the cause, water where it does not belong can cause electrical, structural, health and other hazards and should be resolved by a professional immediately. You’ll want to be sure to choose a team that has undergone extensive training and adheres to strict industry standards.
2. Mold
Mold can grow anywhere there’s dampness indoors, can begin growing on a wet surface within 48 hours, and sometimes is easily visible and detected by the naked eye, and other times not. Either scenario can be severely problematic to health and your structure. Mold detection and if necessary, removal, should be done as soon as possible following any water incident, and with personalized guidance through every step of the process.
3. Weather
Severe weather storms are natural disasters that can leave you requiring immediate restoration. Hurricanes, blizzards, and floods can all be damaging and need a team of immediate assistance for repairs. A 45-minute response time and onsite within two to four hours is ideal.
4. Odor
Damage from water, mold, sewage, and biological sources can all be silent dangers that can only be addressed with the expert use of professional products by special equipment, sometimes over the course of multiple treatments.
Conclusion
The lingering effects from water can occur long after the damage takes place, causing long-lasting negative effects without the assistance of professional technicians.
Whatever repair or restoration you may need In the Tri-County area, the team at ServiceMaster Restoration by D.S.M. is ready and reliable to remedy any restoration service you may be faced with, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, to help you when you need it most.
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