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Avoiding the Stinky Reality of Water Damage | SERVPRO of Alamo Heights
5/1/2024 (Permalink)
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Discovering a water leak from your dishwasher or any other source can quickly turn into a stressful situation. The immediate reaction is often to grab towels or a mop to clean up the water. However, if the water has been leaking for an extended period of time, the damage can be much more severe than just a simple puddle.
If left untreated, water damage can lead to serious problems like mold growth, rot and unpleasant odors like mildew. That’s why it is crucial to deal with water disasters quickly by calling us!
Once water starts to flow where it shouldn’t be in your home, it will leak and seep into every crevice and small crack that it can. This leakage will eventually lead to water ending up in really hard-to-reach areas.
If you come home to a water leak or you are the unfortunate witness to a burst water line, your first instinct will most likely be to grab towels to start mopping up the mess. While that will certainly take care of the visible water, the reality is that you will not be able to get at the water that has already made it behind your walls and under your floors. These areas do not have adequate ventilation, which can lead to lingering, stagnant moisture.
Over time, this moisture will start to impact your home’s internal structures. For example, metal can start to rust, support beams can swell with water and mold can set in. It only takes 24–48 hours for mold to take hold and grow into an infestation, meaning you could be dealing with a mold problem on top of water damage in as little as a week!
If you have ever smelled mold before, you can probably recall the odor pretty easily. Mold gives off a classically earthy or musty odor and can be relatively identifiable at the first few whiffs. Keep an eye on the room where the water leak occurred over the following days, and call us right away if your nose detects a possible mold issue.
Our team of professionals is highly trained to reverse water damage and address the issues caused by lingering moisture. Along with repairing damaged walls and floors, we also provide services to track down any mold infestations or musty smells that remain after a water disaster.
We ensure that the area is secured by turning off vents and HVAC systems, and then we filter the air to remove any persistent odor particles. Our team also cleans and sanitizes the affected surface, leaving no trace of damage or odor. When it comes to water damage restoration, you can trust our team to provide comprehensive services.
Don’t ignore signs of a water leak. Contact SERVPRO® for a full recovery.