3 Surprising Water Damage Facts

Posted: Jun 10, 2016
Author: AdvantaClean of West Knoxville

Do you think you know everything there is to know about water damage? You might be surprised by some of the facts out there that show the importance of removing excess water immediately.

• Drywall Sucks Up Water. It’s no secret that drywall and water don’t get along. What you may not realize is it just takes a half-inch of water to do serious damage to your drywall. Due to drywall’s water wicking capabilities, a half-inch of water can make it up to the 6-inch mark on drywall in a mere three hours.
• Mold Grows in as Little as a Day. Everyone knows that mold is a serious issue. However, many people don’t realize that mold can start growing in a moist environment in as little as 24 hours. That means if you leave the problem untreated, you will have to contact our mold remediation experts to come out and remove the excess mold.
• Water Damage is Often Years in the Making. While busted pipes or floods certainly cause water damage, damage usually occurs in a less dramatic fashion. Leaks drip onto surfaces over time, and those drips slowly cause water damage. By the time the homeowner finds them, the damage has been done. That is why it is so important for people to inspect their homes on a regular basis. That way, they can identify and fix leaks before it is too late.

If you have excess water in your home, it needs to be removed immediately. Our water damage experts at AdvantaClean of West Knoxville can assess the damage and start the cleanup process right away.