What Type Of Water Damage Do I Have?

10/18/2021 (Permalink)

After a storm, it’s important that as a home or business owner, the first thing you do is assess the type of damage that your building may have sustained during the ordeal. We know that coming home to a damaged area can be extremely stressful, which is why it’s also important to go through everything quickly in order to understand the extent of the damage, and get to work at figuring out how to fix it. Before you can begin the process of fixing the damage you have, it’s important to understand what the damage actually is, and how serious it can become.

Stagnant Water

One of the worst things to have in your home or business is stagnant water. This can occur due to flooding and heavy rainfall, which causes water to pool and not go anywhere until water is pushed away or the levels decrease. Because the water is sitting still, it’s able to deeply embed itself in flooring, walls and fixtures, which can cause extensive damage, promote mold growth and more. We understand this is a serious concern, and this is why part of our process revolves around making sure that any damage is handled before it causes more!

Spreading Damage

Let’s assume your shingles have been torn off by a storm, allowing water to pass into the house. As this happens, there are a ton of components inside your home that become damaged as the water travels through them. Similar to stagnant water, water that moves through crevices can impact multiple areas at once, causing extensive damage in the process. This can be devastating to a homeowner, and it’s important to understand that it should be fixed as soon as it’s noticed to prevent further damage from occurring.

Dealing with the reality of water damage can be devastating, and we know first hand how hard it can be to return to normal life while this is going on. At SERVPRO of East Meadow our goal is to relieve your stress by handling the entire process of remediation from start to finish. If you’re interested in learning more, give us a call at 516-334-2927!