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There are several situations that can lead to water damage in the home. Anything from natural disasters such as typhoons and whirlwinds, which cause flooding, to broken sewer lines or old leaky pipes may be the cause. Whatever the reason, it is important to determine the cause and deal with the problem right away to elude further havoc.
Water damage can happen any time, any place. Frequently, it occurs at the most inconvenient time. Some of the most common reasons are:
- Flooding
- Broken pipes
- Backed up toilets or drains
Should you experience any of these problems, you will need to take the following steps towards water damage restoration. Further information on water damage restoration services can be found here: https://www.waterdamagedenver.net/
First, determine the source of the water and what type of water you are dealing with. There are three water types.
- Clean water - this comes from broken pipes or rain and has no dangerous chemicals or ill health effects
- Gray water - this comes from leaky appliances such as toilet or dishwasher and it might be slightly impure
- Blackwater - this comes from a nearby flooded river or the sewer and is usually hazardous to your health
Secondly, you will need to determine the amount of damage. There are four primary classes of damage, which are as follows:
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Class 1 - minimum amount of water streamed onto generally low porous materials such as from an overflowed toilet or broken water tank
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Class 2 - moderate amount of water spilled onto moderate or highly porous materials such as from a fractured pressurized water pipe inside a floor joist
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Class 3 - a vast amount of water soaked into materials with high porosity such as from broken water mains
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Class 4 - the intrusion of water that is contained by building materials and areas affected are either confined or extremely porous, usually caused by something like extreme sewer backups that suffuses walls and floors or flooding from stormwater
Once you have evaluated the scene, here are five water damage restoration pointers to ensure that the job is handled successfully.
- Unplug everything - disconnect all electronics right away to avoid explosions or electrical shocks.
- Dry things out - get rid of moisture and dry affected places quickly to lessen the damage. Use dehumidifiers and fans to create airflow and dry wood, carpets, etc.
- Examine mold - some molds are dangerous to your health. Mold grows fast so you want to look for growth immediately.
- Throw out compromised materials - soaked carpets or insulation should be thrown out right away to prevent mildew. Examine the floors and ceiling first. Immediately replace unsealed wood, drywall, and cement.
- Sanitize - depending on the situation, the water might contain health hazards or encourage mold growth, therefore you should disinfect right away. After compromised materials have been tossed out, you need to sanitize the area before starting the restoration.
Excess water can cause a lot of damage and be quite stressful. However, successful restoration is possible when the proper steps are taken. If you are attempting restoration yourself, be sure to correctly evaluate the situation before you begin to prevent health risks.
It is important to ensure that the job is done right so that there is no possibility of mold growing in the future. Considering what is at risk, it is wise to seek the help of professionals. After all, your health and your home are important so why not let the experts handle your restoration needs.
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