Untreated Water Damage
1/20/2022 (Permalink)
Untreated Water Damage
If left untreated, Water Damage can cause additional damage to your home or place of business.
- Damages to your Electrical System - Electricity can short out and cause further damage with electrical appliances.
- Lowers the Value of your Home - Untreated water damage can cause long term damage such as dry rot and mold.
- Damaged Ceilings - Ceilings that have water damage can cave in dropping sheet rock, insulation, and debris into your living space.
- Breakdown of Carpet - Carpet fibers, glue and carpet pad can breakdown from water damage if left untreated. If you catch a water damage on your carpet quick enough it may be salvageable.
- Damaged Drywall - Water can soften and break down drywall. Untreated wet drywall may lead to mold damage.
- Health Hazards - Toxins, chemicals, and contaminants remain on water damaged furniture long after they dry. Flood waters can contain harmful bacteria and microbes that can make you sick and linger on your belongings.
Immediate action is crucial for water damage, and SERVPRO of South Shasta County is equipped to provide an immediate response and successful restoration. We use advanced equipment and techniques to remove water quickly. The sooner our professionals can respond to a water damage means less structural damage and reduced possibility of mold.
For 24/7 Water Damage response call SERVPRO of South Shasta County at 530-241-2424