One of the worst things that homeowners can face is water damage in their homes. Coming home to find that your rooms have been flooded or that there is a water leak can be a nightmare. Some water damage can be hard to rectify while other kinds of water damage have a simpler fix.
As a homeowner, it’s important to know the common causes of water damage as well as measures you can take to make it less likely for your home to experience water damage.
Here at Restoration Nation, we offer complete water damage restoration services to ensure your home is restored to its former glory after experiencing extensive water damage.
We work all over Texas with concentrations in the areas of Dallas and Fort Worth. What sets us apart is that we have a 30-minute response time and we pride ourselves in restoring your home in an efficient and ethical way without sacrificing quality.
Water damage can happen for a number of different reasons. We are here to help after any of the following events that can cause water to come into the home.
For most homeowners that have water damage, it’s because of leaks and other issues in the plumbing. Leaks can come from any pipes in the home including the kitchen, bathroom, and laundry room. If a pipe is broken in the home, it can cause even more severe water damage because water can build up behind the walls.
The most costly kinds of leaks that can cause more extensive damage are those that happen when pipes burst under the concrete.
Some other plumbing issues include sewage backup and water supply line leaks.
Floods and storms are also a big source of water damage. When there is a big natural disaster in your area, it can cause water to come into your home and damage your belongings. Strong winds and heavy rain are the largest reasons for water damage especially when there is flash flooding.
Some people experience water damage when their washing machine or dishwasher breaks and water leaks from the appliance into the home. AC condensation and malfunctioning can also cause leaks and water damage in your house.
The roof and foundation of your home are meant to protect your house and ensure water doesn’t come into the home. When there are problems in either, water can more easily make its way into the house and cause severe water damage.
Even though you might be able to clean some of the water damage on your own with simple measures like a mop and towels, you will have a hard time extracting all the water from the walls and ceilings of the home without proper equipment.
Water damage can also cause long-term consequences to your health. One of the major long-term effects is mold growth. Mold can grow anywhere in the home including the paint, wallpaper, carpets, and drywall. Mold can cause allergic reactions, sinus congestion, and long-term respiratory problems.
Some people can experience health problems for years and even decades after living in a home with mold. If the mold is toxic, you might suffer from more serious symptoms like depression, confusion, memory loss, and anxiety.
If you leave water damage in your home, it will also be hard to sell it in the future and you will find it nearly impossible to pass a home inspection. As soon as you have experienced water damage, make sure to start restoration and repair services as soon as possible.
The longer you wait, the worse the expenses will be as well. If you do not report the damage right away, your homeowners’ insurance can also refuse to help you pay for repairs and restoration which means you are paying for all of it from your own pocket.
The good news is that there are many preventative measures you can take to ensure you’re less likely to experience water damage in your home. The best way to prepare is to be proactive.
Regular maintenance and inspections are key because they can find leaks early and fix them before the issue causes widespread damage to the home. While you can do simple inspections yourself, it’s better to call in a professional to help you.
Here at Restoration Nation, we perform inspections all over Texas including Dallas, Fort Worth, and Plano.
By checking for leaks and other problems that might be occurring in the home, you can easily avoid damage and ensure that your beloved home is not ruined.
If you are worried about water damage, there are also some safeguards that we can install in the home for you. These include things like sump pumps and backflow preventers. These are great because they ensure that if there happens to be a sewage backup, none of the water will flow back into the home and destroy the area.
Even if you have preventative measures in place, water damage is still possible and this is why we are here to help you no matter the time of day or year.
We know that water damage can be stressful which is why we will treat you as family and will treat your home as if it’s our own.
When it comes to water damage, proactive prevention is key and is the best thing you can do for your health and your home. However, we know that sometimes water damage is unavoidable. This is why we are always here to help.
If you have experienced water damage or flood damage in the home, we are here to help. We are fast, efficient, and have a 30-minute response time.
While we work in the main areas of Dallas and Fort Worth, we also work in smaller areas like Euless, Irving, and Mansfield.
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