Taking the DIY Approach to Water Damage Restoration is Not a Good Idea

Posted: Jul 09, 2015
Author: AdvantaClean of West Knoxville

When talking about water damage restoration, we tend to think of a flood situation. Actually, most water damage is the result of more common situations like ruptured water heaters, broken water pipes and other plumbing issues. Out of all the various types of disaster cleanups, water damage is the one area where many homeowners decide to take the DIY approach instead of leaving it to professionals.

Unfortunately, this is usually a very foolish idea, since standing water not only poses health hazards, but it can also cause significant property damage if it’s not removed properly and promptly. When it comes to water damage repair and cleanup, it is vital that the process starts within the first 48 hours.

Water damage is deceiving. It penetrates into structures and creates pockets of trapped saturation. Often, detecting water in hidden areas can only be done with the specialized equipment used by water damage restoration professionals. If the source of moisture is not found, damage will continue to the extent where materials shrink, delaminate and split, requiring expensive repairs or even complete replacement.

More than simply removing excess water, our certified water damage restoration specialists have the equipment and knowledge to dry out a building – including substructure materials – back to pre-loss condition. With timely response and vigilant monitoring of water damage, health hazards such as the growth of mold can be prevented.

Since 1994, our team at AdvantaClean of West Knoxville has been providing residential & commercial customers with the best indoor air quality solutions, including water damage restoration, mold removal, coil cleaning, air duct & vent cleaning, and more. Please contact us today for more information.