How Water Can Ruin A Home

1/31/2020 (Permalink)

black mold damage on wall & molding near interior door with moisture on door window

Water, right? It gets things wet, you clean it up, nothing to worry about.  Not really! While it might seem like water isn’t a huge issue, it can be one of the most damaging things that creep into your home -- and it’s silent! Below are a few ways water can ruin a home and some things you should be looking out for in order to protect it from happening.

Mold

When stagnant water sits for too long it can breed bacteria, which can then form mold inside your home. Not only can this happen behind walls without you knowing, but different types of mold grow in different areas depending on the type of bacteria -- and some of them can be VERY dangerous. Keep a close eye on anything that looks wet, has a foul odor, or begins to change color.

Water Damage Alone

Water damage can affect the structural integrity of many items in your home. It can weaken a structure by affecting the walls and beams.  The high humidity caused by excess water can breed bacteria, cause peeling of paints and other items. Excess moisture is certainly something not to play with or take lightly, and it’s imperative that it’s treated as soon as possible to minimize potential damage. 

Flooding

Flooding, which is one of the types of water damage you can see, can be detrimental to those who have valuable items in their home and have other things within their four walls that do not do well with water. Something you may have never thought about is knowing what appliances in your home can cause flooding and how you can prevent that from happening. 

If you’re in need of immediate damage restoration for any reason, make sure to partner yourself with a team that can make the situation right the first time. SERVPRO of East Meadow/Westbury has been assisting home and business owners recover from damage for years, and we’d love to help you! Contact us today and we’ll show you how we can make everything right again. 516-334-2927