Water Damage Myths- Tyson, VA

The internet is filled with articles about water damage restoration. There is a problem in that not all information you find online is accurate or reliable. When it comes to water damage, you often find yourself unprepared simply because it arises at the most inopportune moments. With all the misinformation circulating, it can be difficult to know how to respond to a situation like that. To prevent further water damage, you need to avoid a few myths.

Myth- Water Damage Cleanup Can Wait

Timing is of utmost importance when it comes to repairing water damage and preventing further damage. When water accumulates for a long time, the damage is worsened. You have less than 24 hours to respond, so the window for responding is quite short. As soon as water damage occurs, mold begins to grow, posing a whole new set of problems. In your home, materials become saturated after prolonged exposure to water, making salvaging them more difficult. Mitigating water damage, reducing damages, and preventing mold growth requires immediate action. 

Myth- The Musty Smell Will Disappear 

Water damage can lead to mold growth within 24 hours, as described above. The odor of mold is due to the fact that it is a type of fungi. Besides the area of damage, the entire house will smell strongly of mold. This problem cannot be solved with time. There are several steps that must be taken in order to prevent mold growth and spread, as well as the odor it leaves behind. These steps include water extraction, drying, dehumidification, sanitization, and more. You need to properly treat items such as couches, carpets, floors, and drywall after they have been saturated with water. When your home has been damaged by water, you can only ensure it is restored properly and smells fresh by hiring a crew to ensure all of the steps are completed to ensure no moisture has been left behind. 

Myth- If You Can’t See The Water, It Must Not Be There.

When it comes to water damage, it is often difficult to detect. Water can be hidden behind walls, under carpets, under floors, even in the ceilings of a home. In addition to hiding water, porous materials also absorb it. Even when it appears dry, hidden moisture can still cause severe damage to your home. Over time, materials that have been soaked in water will warp, swell, bow, bend, and deteriorate. Because you can't see water and moisture, it doesn't mean they aren't there. Water should not be allowed to dry on its own because otherwise, it will end up absorbing instead of drying.

In order to restore water damage to your home, Anthony Restoration Tyson technicians will remove trapped water, locate hidden moisture, and dry your home thoroughly. If your home has been damaged by water or mold, give us a call today.