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Four Things You Need to Know About Water Damage in Tarzana & Reseda

9/21/2020 (Permalink)

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SERVPRO of Tarzana/Reseda tells you four ways to begin the recovery process after water loss:

  1. Contact your insurance carrier immediately.

The second you discover water damage let your insurance company know so the claims process can begin. Your agent might give you tips for protecting your property from additional damage and may refer you to a water damage restoration company like SERVPRO (you are not obligated to use the specialist they recommend).

*Note: not all water damage is covered by insurance so review your policy carefully.

  1. Time is of the essence when you have water damage.

Once water seeps into carpets, hardwood flooring, walls, furniture, paper, and anything else in its wake, it will destroy your belongings. Drywall will disintegrate. Wood swells, buckles, warps, and rots. Electrical equipment can short out, causing hazards. Mold will begin to grow.

It’s usually best you get a professional assessment of your situation to determine the extent of the damage. Professional water-damage specialists like SERVPRO of Tarzana/Reseda can begin the restoration process and prevent additional damage.

  1. You’ve got less than 48 hours to dry out before mold sets in.

Mold spores are everywhere. Give them a wet environment—like a soaked carpet or damp drywall—and they’ll multiply like wildfire. You have 24 to 48 hours to dry your space before the spores multiply into a worse scenario than just a water loss.

Mold remediation is complicated and is best left to specialists who have the right equipment, certifications, and cleaning supplies to get the job done correctly.

  1. Water may be contaminated.

An overflowing dishwasher, leaking pipes, or burst water heater release clean water. But, again, time is not on your side. “Clean” water that’s been sitting around causes bacterial growth within hours.

 Sewage backups, toilet overflow, storm-drain water, and other polluted waters that enter your home can be dangerous to your health. Attempting to clean these up yourself is a bad idea. Get professional help from IICRC certified water-damage experts.

If you’ve experienced water damage Call SERVPRO of Tarzana/Reseda now 818-881-3636

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