Don't Let Water Damage Sit, Call Our Experts Right Away

11/10/2020 (Permalink)

Water damage is most often caused by leaky piping, damaged water lines, or a burst pipe. No matter the cause of the water damage in your home, it is essential for you to reach out for help as soon as you possibly can. Leaving water damage unchecked is never a good idea; in fact, it tends to lead to even more damage forming inside of your home. As excess moisture sits in your home, it can cause mold damage, as omnipresent mold spores can feed off of the sudden increase in water. 

The water damage, inside your Albany home, was caused by a leak under your kitchen sink. Because of the cupboards hiding the evidence, the leak went unnoticed for a few days before you began to notice water draining out from under the toe kicks. The leak was easy enough to fix, but the damage to your cupboards was visible. Water damage often causes wooden surfaces to bubble, swell, or even crack. 

When you call SERVPRO, we make a habit out of arriving at your home as soon as we are able. We always aim to arrive within hours of your initial call, as we understand how essential it is to deal with water damage as soon as possible. Once we arrive, our excellently trained IICRC-certified SERVPRO technicians can do a brief investigation and then begin the remediation process. 

SERVPRO can begin by removing the toe kicks from directly under the cabinet and feeding an air-blasting tube underneath. Hitting both sides of the wood helps to ensure the best chance of thoroughly removing the moisture. We can use dehumidifiers and ventilation fans to supply a constant stream of fresh and dry air, encouraging evaporation. Once done, we can use moisture meters to ensure that the levels are within an appropriate range. As a final touch, SERVPRO can use an antifungal agent to kill any mold colonies that may be forming, but cannot be seen by the naked eye yet. 

When sudden water damage impacts your home, never wait to get help. Call (518) 456-1111 to get in contact with SERVPRO of South Albany County. Day or night, 24/7, we're constantly available to help you.