How Quickly Can Water Damage You Longview Home?

7/2/2021 (Permalink)

A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces cost. Give us a call today at (936) 559-0404

When it comes to water damage, a fast response is crucial.

What happens in a typical water damage situation (burst pipe, sewage backup, aquarium breakage, roof/foundation leak, etc.)?

Within Minutes

• Water quickly spreads throughout your property, saturating everything in its path.
• Water is absorbed into walls, floors, upholstery, and belongings.
• Furniture finishes may bleed, causing permanent staining on carpets.
• Photographs, books, and other paper goods start to swell and warp.

1 - 24 Hours:

• Drywall begins to swell and break down.
• Metal surfaces begin to tarnish.
• Furniture begins to swell and crack.
• Dyes and inks from cloth and paper goods spread and stain.
• A musty odor appears.

48 Hours to 1 Week:

• Mold and mildew may grow and spread.
• Doors, windows, and studs swell and warp.
• Metal begins to rust and corrode.
• Furniture warps and shows signs of mold.
• Paint begins to blister.
• Wood flooring swells and warps.
• Serious biohazard contamination is possible.

More Than 1 Week:

• Restoration time and cost increase dramatically; replacing contaminated materials and structural rebuilding may be extensive.
• Structural safety, mold growth, and biohazard contaminants pose serious risks to occupants.

Seeing just how fast water damage can be, it’s evident that a fast reaction time is needed. That’s why our SERVPRO of Lufkin/S.Nacogdoches team is dedicated to responding immediately when you contact us. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces cost.

Give us a call today at (936) 559-0404