garage with bike and boxes during a flood
Water damage disasters can cause a significant amount of damage to any Columbia, SC home. Property damage isn’t the only factor homeowners need to consider when dealing with a water damage event. It’s important for homeowners to be aware of the different types of issues they may encounter when dealing with water damage cleanup.
Below are some of the most common issues Irmo homeowners deal with when a water damage event affects their home. One of the best ways to prevent the following hazards it to hire a professional water damage restoration company to handle the cleaning and restoration tasks. In the Irmo area, Sincerely Yours Inc. is one such company that is capable of resolving any damage with care and precision.
Mold Growth and Property Damage
When a water damage disaster is not taken care of in a timely manner, the risk of mold growth and property damage increases significantly. Mold can grow in as little as 24 hours and takes more effort to remove than water itself. Mold thrives in moist environments, this includes a home that is suffering from water damage. Mold can easily spread throughout the home and start to cause deterioration surrounding building materials, such as drywall, wood, and other porous materials.
Health Hazards
The most obvious health risk with water damage is the growth of mold and mildew, however, there are also other, more toxic hazards that can accompany water damage. The water itself can contain toxins, bacteria, and other diseases, especially water that came from sewer lines. It would be in a homeowner’s best interest to avoid wading through any water that has entered the home until it can be properly tested.
Hidden Damage
Water leaks can remain hidden for extended periods of time, even if a homeowner believes they have fixed a small leak they may not have uncovered the full extent of the damage that was caused. This hidden water damage may not come to light until the homeowner puts their home on the market, driving down the final selling price.
Monthly Utility Bill Increases
This risk only applies to water damage that was caused by a plumbing malfunction, broken water line, overflowing appliances, etc. Even a water line that has a small drip can release over 10 gallons of water into your home in a single day. Just imagine what that much water waste can cost a homeowner in a span of a month time.
There are several underestimated dangers caused by a water damage event that can lead to serious issues if the water damage isn’t mitigated in a timely manner. The issues we listed above are only a few of the side-effects that are caused by water damage. Contacting a certified restoration company, like Sincerely Yours, can go a long way in minimizing these dangers.
Do you have questions or concerns regarding water damage disasters in the Irmo area? Contact Sincerely Yours Inc. today! Our friendly and expert staff can help you with any of your water damage needs.