When water damage occurs it is important to get right to work on water removal, mitigation, and restoration. The longer your property is exposed to the excess water, the more at risk it is to extensive damage. Though we may think water damage restoration is a straightforward task, there are many complications that can arise from a job that is done improperly or not to the full extent. What are some of the reasons behind suggesting that water damage restoration should be left to a team of professionals, like the crew at APR Restoration? Here are just a few things to consider.
Prevent Future Damage
If there is even the slightest trait of moisture left behind, there is a chance you will have some repairs and restoration to look forward to in the future. When a team of experts come in for water damage restoration they have tools and equipment that can monitor the moisture levels and make sure the water is completely gone. Unfortunately this is something that is nearly impossible using your senses, alone. Even though your building materials and surfaces may look and feel free of water, there may be some moisture that you are unable to measure.
Electrical Dangers
When your home is exposed to water damage, the wiring in your walls and appliances are quite possibly exposed to the same sort of damage from the exposure to water. Not only does this require the need for electrical work, but it could present a hazard, as wet electrical wires can result in electric shock.
Mold
Did you know that mold can start to develop just 24 hours after water damage has taken place? Moisture and humidity play a huge role in assisting mold to grow and spread indoors. As we stated previously, there is a great possibility that water could be left behind when not utilizing the sensors and equipment to make sure its completely gone, which can create the perfect environment for mold to thrive in. For this reason it is to your benefit to have a trained team of professionals to handle your restoration, as they will assess the property and check to see if there is any sign of mold. They will also implement mold prevention to ensure you will not end up with mold later down the line.
Health Risks
When you are coming into contact with water from a flood or unknown source, it is impossible to know if the water has come into contact with fungus, bacteria, raw sewage, or even chemicals. It is extremely important to wear protective gear when dealing with this sort of risk to prevent illness, infection, or hazardous exposure to pollutants. It also requires a certain level of cleaning and sanitization to be sure that you and your loved ones will be safe from exposure to contaminants in the future. Luckily, the team at APR Restoration is highly trained so you can eliminate all health threats for good.
Helpful Tools and Teamwork
To get the job done fully and efficiently, there is a plethora of useful tools and equipment to utilize. To purchase the tools it would take to complete the job might not be reasonable, as you might not have to use them once the job is complete. The old adage rings true- more hands make less work. Having a full crew of highly trained technicians will get the job done faster than if you are trying to tackle such a big undertaking alone.
If you are in need of water damage restoration, it is important to give your business to a company you can trust to have your best interest in mind. Call us at APR Restoration and work with a team that will give you the attention and support you need during such a stressful time.
