Protect Your Clover Home From Water Damage Induced Mold

9/4/2015 (Permalink)

Mother Nature and Water Damage

A Clover Home Can Suffer Many Consequences from Water Damage

Water can cause severe damage to both the inside and outside of a home. One of the most serious consequence of water damage is the development of mold within a Clover home. When water damage occurs, it is important to take the following steps to prevent mold from developing:

1. Remove Excess Water

The most important step to take when water damage occurs is to stop the water flow and remove all excess water. This may require turning off a home's water supply or repairing the home plumbing system. To speed up the removal of excess water, open the home's doors and windows to help air circulate and remove water. Installing fans throughout the home will also help with removing excess water and moisture from the home. Running a dehumidifier aids in the removal of moisture from the home. If there are any appreciable quantities of water in the house, then it is time for professional assistance.

2. Consult a Water Damage and Restoration Professional 

Following any damage caused by water, it is important to consult a professional who can ensure that your home's water supply is safe for consumption. A water remediation professional from SERVPRO can perform a purification process that will remove harmful bacteria that might be in the home's water supply. 

3. Remove Wet Furnishings from the Home

After attempts have been made to remove all excess water and possibly cut off the water supply, next remove any wet furniture from the home, including carpeting. These efforts on your part are probably too difficult to execute quickly and safely.  A suggestion, let the professionals enter and do the heavy lifting, is noted. The water damage technicians from SERVPRO can expeditiously salvage waterlogged items and personal possessions.

4. Consult a Water Restoration Professional

A professional technician will do an assessment and inspection of the Clover house to identify any potential hidden dangers. These may include items such as loose boards, wet electrical outlets or appliances. While using dehumidifiers and fans are helpful to prevent mold, there might be areas within the home's structure that are still holding water. Wet drywall can lead to a serious mold problem. Porous materials like drywall should be removed from the premises to stem the proliferation of mold growth. SERVPRO has extensive experience in dealing with this health issue.  

Making repairs on homes suffering from mold damage can be very expensive and stressful. Count on the professional at SERVPRO to ensure that the proper steps are taken to prevent your home from being overrun by mold caused by water damaged building materials or furniture.  This mold remediation is performed in conjunction with the cleanup, repair, and restoration of your personal property and home.

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