Water Damage Can Create Many Problems In Cutler Bay

6/20/2022 (Permalink)

Homeowners know that water damage can be especially troublesome.

Water Damage Problems

Many things exist that can damage your home. Fire, storms, and even tiny organisms, when in sufficient number, can create problematic situations in your home.

Cutler Bay homeowners know that water damage can be especially troublesome. Water flows in almost every direction and can even seep uphill when there is an absorbent material that facilitates this movement. Where water can flow, damage can be found.

When water makes contact with metal, rusting can start taking place. Outlets near the floor are often impacted this way by flooding. If the metal is part of an electrical system, this can lead to problems with electrical shock or even fire. Both can be deadly and need to be prevented by replacing anything affected. Other metal items in your home might be door hinges, screen doors, drawer tracks, cabinetry knobs and handles, and much more.

When water seeped into a home from a leaky roof or misaligned gutters, water can discolor walls and ceilings, causing plaster to crumble and pose choking hazards to younger children and toddlers. Pests that may have been present but largely unnoticed within the walls or attic can find their way into your living space. While their presence means they are no longer hidden and can now be dealt with, having them around your family is not healthy.

Carpeting, upholstery, and longer drapes can become damaged by water. This can cause these textiles to become weak and brittle, rotting, in essence, right in front of you. High humidity levels can bring this on, and often the culprit is an absence of a dehumidifier. Other ways that increased humidity might happen are poor or incorrect venting of the clothes dryer or the bathroom fan.

The first step to mitigating any damage is discovering the source of the excess water. Flooding does not need to be present for a home to have water damage. For experts who know what needs to be done every step of the way, call SERVPRO of Cutler Bay. We are always here, 24/7, at (305) 278-8484 to take your call.