Water damage is a huge threat and happens a lot more than you might think. It can happen to a residential home or a commercial office, day or night, and can result in many a lot of problems, leaving the homeowner or property owner in a very literal mess. Any sort of flood, or a leaky pipe or a/c unit, can cause serious damage if not properly handled and restored, this damage can become worse over time. Many property damages caused by water or leaks could have been avoided. According to the American Insurance Associate, over 90% of these issues could have been avoided had proper care and maintenance been given to small known problems. Here’s the problem: many people think that they can fix water damage or a leaky pipe on their own. This can certainly be true for lesser problems and minimal damage. But what damage you can see is typically just the beginning. Most water damage absorbs deep in the walls of your house and can lead to serious problems like structural issues that only an experienced technician should evaluate and repair before the integrity of your home is seriously jeopardized. Not only is your home vulnerable to structural damage, but microbial growth can quickly begin developing if there has been water damage. Health problems can be caused by some types of mold. So it’s best to not delay mold remediation before it gets too serious. Putting off repairs could end up costing a lot more money and could be hazardous health-wise. However, the trouble with spotting signs of water damage can be tricky as it is not always obvious. Here are just a few things to be on the lookout for signs of water damage: Dark or wet spots, Cracking, bubbling, or flaking, pooling water or puddles, sounds of running water, etc. If you experience any of these things call us today at (602) 362-4883.
