Question 1

Can water damage be fixed in a house

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Depending on the source of the water, for instance whether it was from a sewage backup (dirty water) or busted pipe (clean water) will determine the correct course on how much building material will need to be removed before the drying process starts.

Question 2

How much water does it take to cause severe damage to a home?

Accepted Answer

Significant water damage can happen with less water than you think depending on where the water is coming from. For instance, if the water is coming from a busted water heater or a/c condensation line it could cause your ceiling to collapse, run down an adjacent wall or seep into carpet and wood flooring. Extensive flooding, with water levels exceeding 2 inches, can result in severe structural damage. It poses electrical hazards, and the risk of extensive mold infestation is very high.

Question 3

How much does it cost to fix water damage?

Accepted Answer

The cost of water damage cleanup depends on the size of the flooded area and amount of time needed to handle the water repair. If your insurance policy covers water damage restoration, you are only responsible for the deductible. Not a penny more, not a penny less. Because water can move so quickly and be extremely destructive, if not promptly removed with the right equipment, there can be even bigger problems like mold growth and even structural damage. When done properly, fixing water damage can take several days and many man-hours to complete, which have varying costs. The range can be anywhere from $750 and up depending on number of rooms effected.

Question 4

The cost of water damage cleanup depends on the size of the flooded area and amount of time needed to handle the water repair. If your insurance policy covers water damage restoration, you are only responsible for the deductible. Not a penny more, not a penny less. Because water can move so quickly and be extremely destructive, if not promptly removed with the right equipment, there can be even bigger problems like mold growth and even structural damage. When done properly, fixing water damage can take several days and many man-hours to complete, which have varying costs. The range can be anywhere from $750 and up depending on number of rooms effected.

Accepted Answer

The Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) provides a specific set of standards for fixing water damage. According to the IICRC S500, water damage repair should only be done by experienced and trained technicians that will promptly and professionally fix water damage from a house flood according to IICRC standards.

Question 5

Can water damage be hidden? If so, what are the signs?

Accepted Answer

Some signs of hidden water damage include peeling paint and wallpaper, visible mold, moisture and condensation, musty odors, and moisture or dampness in your carpet or other flooring

Question 6

How long does it take water to ruin drywall

Accepted Answer

Water can begin to damage drywall within an hour to a full day. In the first 24 hours, drywall exposed to standing water can absorb water at a rate of one inch per hour. The good news is that if you act quickly enough and dry the effected drywall quickly enough you can save the drywall. If the drywall has been wet for more than 48 hours, mold may have already begun to grow. Unfortunately, if that is the case, while you will be able to dry things out, the drying process does not kill the mold spores.

Question 7

Do you have to remove drywall that has water damage

Accepted Answer

Depends on what type of water it is and how quickly you start the remediation process. If the water is contaminated such as sewage water or flood water, then yes you would want to remove that. Click here to learn about the categories types of water. If it is clean water coming from a busted pipe and you start drying it within several hours you don’t have to remove it.

Question 8

What is the difference between remediation and restoration?

Accepted Answer

Remediation handles the cleanup from the damage that has occurred; restoration begins the process of repairing the damage and returning the habitat, house, or business facility to its initial state.

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