Water Damage
Water damage can be defined as any destructive process caused by water getting into materials like wood, metal, concrete, and fabric and weakening their structural integrity.
CLG Mold Xperts shares a few examples of water damage in a building, such as:
- Short-circuiting of electrical components
- Swelling and warping of wood
- Corrosion of metal
- Rotting of carpets, curtains, and other soft furnishings
- Growth of mold and decay accompanied by foul odors
- Delamination and peeling off of layers of materials like paint, laminated floorings, and panels
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Flooding can occur due to a natural hazard like a hurricane, cyclone, snowstorm, tornado, heavy rainfall, or artificial cause like firefighting, burst or leaky pipe, or overflow of groundwater and wreck the innards of any property.
Water can find its way into unseen and difficult-to-reach spots in the house and stay there for a long time. Moreover, water gets absorbed into softer building components like insulation, carpet padding, drywall, and soft furnishings, which can cause rot and decay.
If water damage repairs are delayed, such trapped moisture can become a huge issue.
The dangers of delaying water damage repairs
The various dangers of delaying water damage repairs are listed below:
Electrical Hazards - Electrical wires and connections should never be allowed to come in contact with water. Water damage increases the risk of short circuits and electrocution via electrical appliances and wires.
Mold - Increased moisture levels encourage mold growth which can grow undetected over time. This growth could envelop more significant parts of the house, causing severe health issues for the residents. The mold also leads to foul odors and stench in the home, which can cause breathing issues. Mold remediation is the best solution in such a situation.
Structural damage - Imperfections in the structural integrity of supporting systems like foundations, flooring, and roofing can develop due to moisture content. If left unresolved, excess moisture could lead to warping, swelling, breaking, peeling, and cracking of materials which could require extensive repairs.
Drywall safety - Water seeping into the drywall can cause it to lose its strength which can cause the wall to break. It could even lead to collapsing walls.
Wooden furniture - Wooden components absorb water and swell up with moisture, which could lead to breaks and cracks in the furniture and other wooden elements.
Drinking water contamination - Floodwaters contain contaminants that can contaminate the drinking water supply and make it unfit for human consumption. In addition, the standing water can seep into the ground and mix with the clean water supply. That's why it's imperative not to delay water damage repairs.
Costs can escalate - A minor water damage, if left unattended, could grow into a larger one leading to an increase in the price of water damage repairs.
Prolonging water damage repairs can prove to be dangerous and costly. Therefore, it is advisable to call in experts like CLG Mold Xperts, who are well-qualified to construct and rebuild a property to its original glory.
Why CLG Mold Xperts?
CLG Mold Xperts is a well-experienced company that provides mold remediation services with a highly knowledgeable team of IICRC-trained technicians.
CLG Mold Xperts have modern equipment and technology to remedy and restore water, fire, and storm damage. They are also highly skilled in mold remediation, reconstruction, and rebuilding the property to its pre-loss condition.
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CLG Mold Xperts record the damage and cost of restoration correctly and deliver much-needed peace of mind to their customer by handling all insurance claim settlement procedures.
Services include:
- Water Damage Restoration
- Storm Damage Restoration
- Mold Remediation
- Mold Testing/Inspection
- Rebuild & Reconstruction
Call (407) 720-4519 or Email at clgmoldxperts1@gmail.com to receive a free quote for any water damage restoration work in Kissimmee, Fl, and nearby areas.
