Water Damage

How Does Water Abatement Differ From Water Damage Restoration?

How Does Water Abatement Differ From Water Damage Restoration?

February 17, 2023

Water damage is a common issue faced by homeowners and business owners alike. Water can cause significant damage to buildings, furnishings, and personal property, leading to costly repairs. Water damage can be caused by a variety of factors, including leaky pipes, overflowing toilets, broken water heaters, and severe weather conditions.In this blog, we will discuss the difference between water abatement and water damage restoration and why it is important to understand the distinction.What is Water Abatement?Water abatement is a process that is used to prevent water damage from occurring. It involves identifying potential sources of water damage and taking steps to mitigate them. This can include installing proper insulation and ventilation, fixing leaky pipes, and sealing cracks in the foundation.Water abatement is a proactive approach to preventing water damage and is usually carried out before any damage occurs. This process is important because it can help to reduce the likelihood … Continued

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Fixing A Water Damaged Ceiling

June 2, 2022

Water damage can be a big problem, especially if it is in your home. The impact of water damage on your ceiling is not only aesthetically unpleasant but also structurally dangerous. Water-damaged ceilings can collapse and cause serious injuries to those below them.This article will give you some tips on how to fix a water-damaged ceiling that has started leaking.Step 1 – Call an ExpertYou should always call a professional when dealing with water damage. If you try to fix it yourself, you could make the problem worse or even cause structural damage to your home. A professional will know exactly what needs to be done and will have all the tools needed to get the job done right away.If your ceiling has been damaged by water, do not try to fix it yourself. You could end up causing more damage instead of fixing the problem. It is always best … Continued

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How to maximize water damage claim

May 19, 2022

If you have suffered a flood in your home or business, it is important to act quickly. The quicker you contact a water damage restoration company, the better your chances of saving your property and belongings.In addition to calling a professional water damage restoration company, there are additional steps you should take:Call your insurance company right away. They will provide you with an adjuster who will assess the damage and help you file a claim.Take photos of all damaged areas and make note of their locations on your property. You may need this information later when filing your insurance claim.Be prepared to wait long periods before receiving any money. Insurance companies can take months before they reimburse their customers for their losses. The wait is frustrating but necessary for them to make sure no fraudulent claims are being made against them by unscrupulous people who do not deserve reimbursement for … Continued

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Services to Repair and Restore Your Home from Water Damage

September 17, 2019

Water damage can mean serious trouble for any structure. But it’s especially troubling when water damage affects your home where you and your family spend a great deal of time. Water damage can seriously degrade the resale value of your home, and cause health hazards. Fortunately, there are numerous time tested and advanced ways of removing excess water, mitigating harm, and repairing the damage.Services to Repair and Restore Your Home from Water DamageHere are some of the most frequently used services we employ to help you deal with water damage.Water ExtractionEven under the cleanest conditions, water contamination can destroy dry wall, cause serious electrical hazards, attract insect and animal infestations, and cause mold. To stop these forms of damage from beginning and growing worse, the water must be removed. Our specialized processes enable our teams to detect the presence of water within structures. From that point, powerful submersible water pumps … Continued

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What to Do and Not to Do During an Emergency Water Leak

August 15, 2019

The Dos and Don’ts of Handling an Emergency Water LeakYou come home one day or wake up and find a puddle on the floor coming from a wall. Or, you see dark splotches or bubbling of the interior paint occurring, like an orange peel skin. When you get closer, you might hear a dripping sound or a hiss. These are all signs of an unexpected water leak in your house.What to Do During an Emergency Water LeakThe first thing you want to do is to turn off the main water supply to your house if doable (i.e., nothing life supporting is connected) and release the water pressure in the house pipes by fully opening and running the faucet into the kitchen sink or bathroom sink. Once the water flow dies off and turns to a trickle, you may notice the hissing sound or dripping near the potential leak has subsided.Second, … Continued

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