Hidden Water, Hidden Mold

3/11/2021 (Permalink)

Spring rains can bring water damage. Be careful not to let hidden water damage happen.

If water is not quickly and properly mitigated, it can cause significant damage to a home and cause interruption for businesses. While water damage can be costly to repair, there is one issue that should be of your greatest concern – mold.  Nearly all building materials, like wood, drywall, and flooring materials, are porous and therefore retain water. This retained water can cause the materials to break down, warp, or cause mold damage.

It can only take a few days after water damage for mold to form.  Therefore, it is important to take the proper steps to begin the cleanup process. We recommend starting the process between as soon as possible, but after 48 hours, it can become more difficult to salvage property.

The most effective way to prevent mold from forming is by calling SERVPRO of Franklin County as soon as you experience water damage. Once we receive a call, we are onsite within four hours to begin the cleanup process.

After our technicians do an inspection and damage assessment, the water extraction process begins. This step removes most of the water. We use powerful pumps and truck-mounted vacuum units to quickly remove hundreds or thousands of gallons of water from your property. Once the excess water has been removed, the floors and walls may appear dry, but a quick inspection will reveal they are wet to the touch. You can learn more about our entire process by clicking here.

We use air movers, dehumidifiers and monitor the drying process so you know that your home or business has been properly dried and will not suffer any secondary damage.

We are available 24/7, 7 days a week. If you experience water damage, give us a call. We’ll be there fast with the help you need.