WHAT IS WATER DAMAGE AND HOW CAN IT HAPPEN TO YOUR HOME

It doesn’t take much to cause flood damage. It can happen in a matter of minutes without you even noticing. Not knowing how to spot the signs of excess water damage could mean that you’re going into your home unaware and unknowingly exposing yourself to serious health hazards like mold growth, bacteria, and other microorganisms. That’s why we’re here today with some tips on how to keep an eye out for any potential warning signs that there may be a problem lurking beneath the surface of your home or office building. If you no longer cannot fix this issue, our various commercial and residential water damage restoration services will help you!

WHAT TO LOOK FOR WHEN YOUR HOME MAY BE AT RISK OF WATER DAMAGE

There are some things that you can look out for to keep your home safe. Some of these may seem like common sense, but it’s always better to be on the lookout than not! Here is what you need to know about water damage prevention.

Water Stains

If you see watermarks on the walls or floor, this could be a sign that your home’s foundation is at risk of significant damage due to moisture levels being too high. This may also indicate an increase in humidity throughout the room which can lead to mold growth and other problems down the line if not dealt with quickly.

Moisture Under the Flooring

If you suspect that your floor is wet and there isn’t any visible source of water, it’s best to get down on your hands and knees for a more thorough investigation so you can find where the moisture may be coming from. If this proves fruitless, we recommend calling in an Atlanta mold removal specialist to check out the damage.

Mold Growth

If you can see or smell mold, this is a clear sign that moisture levels are too high and it’s time for an inspection by one of our experts. Mold has no place in your home! It takes only 48 hours for black mold (which may be present if water damage exists) to grow and spread throughout a home. That’s why we recommend calling for an inspection as soon as you see any signs of mold in your home!

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SUSPECT THAT YOUR HOME HAS A WATER DAMAGE ISSUE

If there is even the slightest chance that you have water damage, it’s important to do the following in your home especially if the service of a professional is not available immediately.

Call Your Insurance Company

It’s important to gather as much information as possible about the damage and any potential repairs. If you have a claim number, this will be extremely helpful when it comes time for assessing the problem with our water damage restoration professionals.

Turn Off Your Main Water Supply

To prevent further damages from being done by opening faucets or using the washing machine, it’s best to turn off the main water supply in your home. This will prevent any further flooding and help you avoid additional damages when our team of experts is inspecting your home for damage after a flood or leak.

Keep Pets Away From Standing Water

Pets need not be exposed to standing water (which can become contaminated) and can easily track contaminants through your home so be sure to keep them at bay and away from any standing water.

LET OUR WATER DAMAGE RESTORATION PROFESSIONALS HELP YOU WITH YOUR ISSUES

If you’re dealing with a flooded or leaking area of your home, you must bring in an expert as soon as possible. We offer a full range of water damage restoration process that will be able to help you with any water damage issue and we’ll even test for mold in your home if it is safe (and permitted) to do so. Mold Testing Atlanta is a mold testing and water restoration company that will stop further damage in your home. Call us now!