Water damage is never an easy thing to deal with. It can range from damage to the support beams or a huge mold infestation that leads to an unbearable stench in the house. You never know what might cause mold to grow; it can be a leaking roof or pipe in the crawl space.
Water damage is a very common problem that thousands of homes across the US suffer from on a daily basis. The solution to this issue is also very simple and straightforward, but the challenge is detecting the problem before it becomes a major concern. In most cases, it is not until the water damage has caused significant harm to the structure that the problem comes to light.
Luckily, if you feel that you might have a water damage situation in your home, you can contact us today at 816-654-5067 for a free consultation. Our experts will visit your property, give you an in-depth analysis and also share the best possible strategies to overcome the challenge. The cost of the job and how much time will be needed depend entirely on the nature of that particular case.
In some situations, it can be a small job that only takes a couple of hours; in severe cases, it could take weeks to repair the damage.
Generally, all water damage repair cases will involve these steps.
Extract the Water
The first issue, and possibly the biggest problem, is stagnant water. This is especially common in homes that have been victims of flooding. After the flood has subsided, there is still water standing in areas of the building, and this is slowly but surely eating away at the structure and causing more serious damage.
The first step will be to use specialized machinery to extract the stagnant water so that the repair process can proceed. Some homeowners are lucky because the bulk of the water naturally drains out of their property through drains or due to the natural topography of the land. Others are not so lucky. Homes and buildings with basements are often victims of this, and they need specialized water extraction services to get the water out. Our experts have all the machinery and technical skills needed to get this done safely and as quickly as possible.
Dry
Even if your home doesn’t have any water standing in it, you still need an expert to help you dry out the space. Water can easily seep into flooring, walls, roofing, and even the structure’s foundation through the basement.
Our experts can help you dry out all the areas of your home using specialized pumps, motors, heaters, and fans. This is especially important if you are in a cold climate or it is wintertime, then letting your property dry naturally is not a good option at all. Our experts can help dry out the property before the moisture and humidity cause more problems.
Decontaminate
After flooding or even minor water damage, it is not uncommon for the home to fall prey to pests such as mold and fungus. Moreover, natural materials such as wood and cotton rugs will start to decay and decompose under wet conditions. The decontamination process involves applying an antimicrobial agent to all the surfaces that the water or the humidity has impacted.
Rebuild
Once all the infrastructure has been taken care of, our experts can start with the reconstruction process. Whether you need just a room or a bit of flooring redone, or you need the entire home to be rebuilt, we can help you with the process.
If you have encountered any kind of water damage, then taking swift action is the best approach. The quicker you can act, the less damage you will incur. Contact us today at 816-654-5067 for a free consultation.