When Water Damage Strikes, It's time to Act

6/20/2017 (Permalink)

Storm damage can happen at any time, that is why SERVPRO of North Highlands and Rio Linda are there 24 hours, 7 days a week to be your emergency service specialists. When it comes to water damage with a storm, it is important to act fast. That is why SERVPRO technicians are available to help you make your emergency “Like it never even happened.” Here is a timeline of water damage, so you can know when to act.

Within Minutes

• Water quickly spreads throughout your property, saturating everything in its path
• Water is absorbed into walls, floors, upholstery, and belongings
• Furniture finishes may bleed, causing permanent staining on carpets
• Photographs, books, and other paper goods start to swell and warp

Hours 1-24:

• Drywall begins to swell and break down
• Metal surfaces begin to tarnish
• Furniture begins to swell and crack
• Dyes and inks from cloth and paper goods spread and stain
• A musty odor appears

48 Hours to 1 Week:

• Mold and mildew may grow and spread
• Doors, windows, and studs swell and warp
• Metal begins to rust and corrode
• Furniture warps and shows signs of mold
• Paint begins to blister
• Wood flooring swells and warps
• Serious biohazard contamination is possible

More Than 1 Week:

• Restoration time and cost increase dramatically; replacing contaminated materials and structural rebuilding may be extensive.
• Structural safety, mold growth, and biohazard contaminants pose serious risks to occupants.

SERVPRO of Rio Linda and North Highlands is here when you need help. Visit our website or call us at (916) 991-1522 24/7.