Water damage is something property owners worry about. Unfortunately, water damage is quite common, as it can be caused by many natural events. Water can damage everything in a home, from the walls to the carpet, and may costs thousands to do the necessary repairs. Let's take a look at the ways that water can damage a home.
By far the most common problem is mold growth, leading to the need for mold removal and mold remediation assistance. While mold is necessary in nature to decompose certain things, it also destroys man-made things. Just 24 to 48 hours after sustaining water damage, mold will start to grow. Mold can grow any surface and can be found anywhere, from under your floorboards to the inside of your kitchen cupboards. It will eat away at your property's structure and can also cause health problems. It is not possible, therefore, to just allow mold to be there for long. Black water contamination is another potential danger that needs to be addressed. This happens when water from unsanitary sources, that may include animal and human waste, get into the property. When black water contamination happens, which can be because of lake or river water, there is a real danger to public health. While it is possible, with great difficulty, to recover from this type of contamination, it will often require full replacement of all structures and all furniture. Of utmost importance is that the residents of the property and the cleaning crew receive a tetanus shot and other vaccinations. Black water is often found in basement water flooding. When a home sustains water damage, its gas an electricity lines will also often be affected. Indeed, anything that could explode or runs on electricity must be turned off and have its wiring checked. Indeed, once a property is water damaged, it will not have electricity or gas for some time. Regrettably, it is common for even just a little bit of basement water to damage appliances, which will likely need to be replaced.
Lastly, there are health considerations to make as well. Indeed, this is why it is so important to immediately call in a restoration expert. Mold, for instance, can enter the airways leading to asthma attacks and more significant allergy problems. For children, the elderly, and people with a compromised immune system, this can be truly dangerous. The chance of developing a respiratory illness is greatly increased. Meanwhile, black water contamination is nothing short of dangerous. Lastly, the emotional problems caused by the stress of experiencing water damage must also be taken into account. Often, homes end up condemned, meaning people will literally lose the things that they have loved.