Water Damage Cleanup in Your Constantine, MI Home
12/18/2020 (Permalink)
Water damage can wreak havoc on your home, especially when it is not dealt with properly and efficiently. Although all water damage is different, one thing remains the same. SERVPRO of Cass & St. Joseph Counties is here to help! Water is particularly invasive, quickly spreading throughout your property. This water damage timeline illustrates possible damages:
Within Minutes:
- Water quickly spreads throughout your property, saturating everything in its path.
- Water is absorbed into walls, floors, upholstery, and belongings.
- Furniture finishes may bleed, causing permanent staining on carpets.
Hours 1 - 24:
- Drywall begins to swell and break down.
- Furniture begins to swell and crack.
- A musty odor appears.
48 Hours to 1 Week:
- Mold and mildew may grow and spread.
- Doors, windows, and studs swell and warp.
- Metal begins to rust and corrode.
- Serious biohazard contamination is possible.
More Than 1 Week:
- Restoration time and cost increase dramatically; replacing contaminated materials and structural rebuilding may be extensive.
- Structural safety, mold growth, and biohazard contaminants pose serious risks to occupants.
SERVPRO of Cass & St. Joseph Counties arrives quickly and starts the water extraction process almost immediately. Call us at (269) 273-8777 to make it “Like it never even happened.”