Water Damage Caused By The Weather

10/11/2019 (Permalink)

Hot weather; we all love it, until it gets too hot, or causes unwanted damage. You might be asking yourself how hot weather can cause damage -- specifically water damage, there’s actually a mild science behind some of the issues that are repeat offenders of damage! As we’re still experiencing some of the weather that leaves us begging for the air conditioner, take a look below to see how it can affect and cause damage near or inside your home/business.

Humidity

Hot, moist air is the worst. It makes breathing harder, objects feel sticky, and it’s plain uncomfortable. In addition to how it makes you feel, your home/business can suffer from its effects as well! Humid air that lingers inside of a room or building can cause issues with the flooring, walls, windows, and everything in between. This moisture in the air can be a huge problem, leading to mold growth and other damage if left in the area for too long. Make sure to keep your air circulating or invest in a dehumidifier if possible.

Exterior Runoff

When the sun hits the soil or ground, it dries out -- and when you’re trying to water plants or the grass and it simply won’t absorb, the water finds another place to go, and that’s often anywhere it wants. Excess water runoff due to dry grounds can cause pooling water around your home, in areas where it shouldn’t sit, and many more issues. This, in turn, causes bug infestations, leaks, and sunken points in your yard that can lead to great problems down the line. It’s important to monitor the ground when you’re watering plants, the grass, and other things in and around your home or business. 

Should you deal with any water damage this season, don’t panic! SERVPRO of East Meadow/Westbury has been providing homes and businesses with water damage mitigation for over 50 years, and we’re just getting started! For 24/7 emergency service, make sure to keep our number handy and contact us at 516-334-2927 with anything you might need!