Winter Storms cause Frozen Pipes

1/15/2020 (Permalink)

Winter storms and below freezing temperatures, can cause more damage than just what we see outside. We understand that a water loss can be devastating. It’s more than a broken water line, it interferes with your daily life and we’re here to help!

When water damage occurs, timing is of the essence. Water losses, left unattended or untreated can cause further damage and is the breeding ground for bacteria, mold and mildew to easily form. The Service Professionals at SERVPRO of Kirksville will be there to make it, “Like it never even happened.”

Time is of the essence:

Minutes:

• Water flowing through your home, soaking everything in its pathway.
• Ceilings, Walls and Floors can all be affected.
• Baseboards, door jams and cabinetry
• Personal documents, photos, books, can become easily damaged.

1-24 Hours:

• Odor may start to appear, a mildew and/or musky smells can easily fill a home.
• Affected drywall can begin break down and may have to be removed.
• Metal objects, such as sliver or copper can have the onset of tarnish.
• Table legs chairs, and other furniture will begin to become weak and break.

48 Hrs to SEVEN DAYS:

• Bio-hazard Contamination becomes a very dangerous threat.
• Mold has the potential to grow and spread throughout the home.
• Wood flooring and subflooring becomes warped and weakened.
• Paint can begin to bubble and crack.
• Framing, studs, doors and windows can begin to rust (if metal) and/or warp.