Storm Damage: 5 Reasons to Call a 24-Hour Emergency Service

1/11/2021 (Permalink)

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Tallahassee saw 5-7 inches of rain when Hurricane Sally struck in September 2020 and was fortunate to escape major damage. Flooding damaged roads, homes, and businesses further west. Tallahassee residents were urged to be prepared for hurricane season.

You've had a water damage emergency, but when's the best time to call an emergency cleaning and restoration service? Do it immediately! Read on to learn 5 reasons to call a 24-hour emergency service right away.

1. Prevent Mold and Mildew Growth

A frequent and damaging result of a flood in your home is mold and mildew growth. Mold thrives in damp and dark conditions. After your home has had a soaking with floodwater, the mold and mildew begin to grow in all the secret, hidden areas of your home until it eventually shows itself on surfaces.

Mold growth is unsightly. It spoils your home decoration, and it is very difficult to remove using conventional household cleaning products and methods. As well as damaging the appearance of your home, mold can cause health issues.

It's important to start treating your home as soon as possible to prevent mold from taking hold.

2. Fire Prevention

The last thing you are thinking about after a flood in your home is fire prevention. Water and damp materials seem to be causing you plenty of trouble, but how could water be a fire risk too?

Water gets into the electrical system of your home. It can cause short-circuiting, and that's where the fire risk is. Electrical appliances such as circuit breakers are damaged by water and can then malfunction, including igniting.

You must have your home checked for electrical damage as soon as possible after a flood.

3. Limit Structural Damage

Your home's strength comes from the main structure of the building. It can withstand the normal stresses and strains of weather and age. Serious flooding can have a fundamental impact on your home's structure.

It undermines foundations, weakens walls, and compromises beams. If untreated, rot sets in the building can become unstable. It then becomes an unsafe place to live.

4. Pest Prevention

A damp environment with decaying construction materials and rotting organic waste is an unattractive place for you to live. Despite this, many creatures love this environment and thrive in it. After a flood, these creatures will be attracted to your home, and you may have an infestation of undesirable pests such as insects and vermin.

5. Clean Up Contamination

The decontamination of a home or business due to trauma, sewage backups, chemical spills, hoarding, or other biohazards can be both dangerous and emotional. Specialized training and experience is key when choosing a cleanup company to resolve these circumstances.

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In the event of a water damage emergency, you should recognize that prompt action is essential. Act immediately to reduce the hazard. After water damage, get professional help as soon as possible.

Call your 24-hour emergency service right now, right here.