The causes of water damage in the home, and how ServiceMaster Restore can help.
Water damage to your home can be devastating.
And at this time of year, in particular, the cold weather makes your home susceptible to damage.
At ServiceMaster Restore, we regularly see and help people whose homes are affected by water-related issues.
There are ways to protect against water damage, and knowing the common causes will help immensely.
But should the worst happen, and your home succumbs to water damage, it can be hard to know what to do next.
That’s where ServiceMaster Restore comes in. Our technicians have the knowledge and equipment to deliver a comprehensive and expert home restoration.
This blog post delves into the common causes of water damage and how we help should the worst happen.
How is water damage caused?
Damage can occur for many reasons, including (but not limited to) a burst pipe, flooding, or even issues with your radiators.
Even a small amount of water can cause problems if left unchecked, so act quickly.
If water is left, it allows mould and bacteria to breed. This can pose a severe risk to your health and cost much more to repair than if immediate action was taken against water damage.
So how can you repair water damage?
Water damage repair and restoration
When your home floods, time is of the essence. Acting fast is crucial to minimise water damage and maximise successful restoration.
If you are worried about any escape of water and need water damage cleaning and restoration, you can rely on ServiceMaster Restore.
Our technicians are on hand 27/4 and have the specialist skills and equipment to resolve things the first time.
We work to insurance industry standards and should you choose to claim on your insurance, we’ll sort everything out with your insurance company, broker or loss adjuster while keeping you informed every step.
Our first port of call however is typically…
Water extraction
The first goal we have when arriving at your home is to determine the contamination level of the water or liquid.
At ServiceMaster Restore, our top-of-the-range equipment initially restores your home to as close to its prior condition by extracting fluids.
The pollution levels tend to vary depending on the water’s origin. But generally, the longer the water has been left to stand, the more contaminated it gets.
We aim to remove the liquid and dry out the space fast.
We pride ourselves on fast, efficient and professional water damage restoration services, enabled through processes like ServiceMaster Restore Plus.
Water damage clean-up
When water damage has affected your home, all affected material must be removed from the property and disposed of safely.
In some cases, you may be able to salvage your belongings, but this will usually depend on the water’s contamination level.
Unfortunately, in most cases, water-damaged materials must be disposed of to prevent the spreading of mould spores.
Sometimes though, the damage isn’t noticeable until the mould has begun to spread.
In these unfortunate circumstances, we will be on hand to restore mould damage to your home by removing mould safely and effectively.
Drying
Mould spores require moisture to develop and spread, so it’s essential to dry the space affected by water as a priority before restoration can take place.
When restoring your home, we protect your assets, leave your property as good as new whenever possible, and are ready to reinstate decor and furniture in severe cases.
Furthermore, when drying, our modern equipment can run in quiet mode so you don’t lose sleep while it dries.
Contact ServiceMaster Restore today
If you’re struggling with water in your home, don’t hesitate.
Act as soon as possible by contacting your local ServiceMaster Restore experts by finding your nearest ServiceMaster Restore business or calling 0845 762 6828 in an emergency.
