Consequences of Unchecked Water Damage
We recently finished a project for restoring water damage. The homeowners encountered an issue with their refrigerator, which had been leaking intermittently for a considerable period. Although the lady of the house would promptly clean up the small water spills as they occurred, she never addressed the underlying problem, which turned out to be a leaking icemaker water valve.
When Express Water Damage Restoration received the call to handle this water damage restoration project, the homeowners had already experienced significant mold damage in addition to water damage. The leaking refrigerator caused irreversible harm to the wooden flooring in both the kitchen and the adjacent dining room. If the leak had been addressed immediately, the extensive repair job would not have been necessary. However, due to the delay, the wood floor under and behind the refrigerator became swollen and cracked, while mold thrived and spread within the wall behind the refrigerator.
Extensive Restoration Required
The homeowners were astonished to discover that their negligence had made the repair job much larger than it should have been. Initially, the water damage was not visible as it was mostly situated beneath the refrigerator, so they were unaware of the extent of the problem. However, they started noticing persistent musty odors in the kitchen that could not be explained. Around the same time, the lady of the house began experiencing headaches that may have been caused by the growing mold damage.
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The homeowners contacted us to address the water damage restoration task after discovering discoloration, stains, and black spots on the dining room wall situated behind the refrigerator, adjacent to the kitchen. In fact, the wall had a soft texture, indicating significant deterioration of the sheetrock due to extensive water damage. Although the majority of the water damage caused by the leaking refrigerator affected the dining room’s wall and hardwood floors, the family rarely used the room, resulting in unnoticed and continuous progression of the damage. When the damage was eventually discovered, it was found to be profound.
Mold Remediation and Reconstruction
Our team at Express Water Damage Restoration thoroughly dried the affected area. They effectively eliminated and removed the mold, disinfecting the premises in the process. Due to significant damage and warping, a portion of the hardwood floor in the dining room and kitchen had to be replaced. Additionally, the extensive damage to the wall necessitated its demolition and subsequent reconstruction. While salvaging as much of the original structure as possible, we ensured the removal of any water-damaged building materials. This water damage restoration project has been successfully completed, resulting in visually pleasing outcomes that are both safe and free from mold.
We frequently encounter situations similar to the aforementioned repair job. Extensive damages can be prevented or, at the very least, minimized through regular home maintenance. The key lies in promptly identifying potential water damage scenarios and addressing them without delay.
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We recognize the impact this has on you and your family, and we will help you with compassion and as little interruption to your regular routine as possible. Express Water Damage Restoration can be depended on to attend to your water damage emergency swiftly and attentively, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and to recover your property as professionally as possible.