What to do if you have flooding – Act fast… every second counts!

Posted on 2:26 pm by IRCS

If you are unfortunate enough to have flooding due to a frozen pipe, faulty plumbing, a non-functioning sump pump causing basement flooding, every second counts. You must take action immediately to insure that serious and long-lasting damage does not occur.

How Quick flooding Happens

Within Minutes:

• Water contamination spreads to unaffected areas
• Moisture sensitive surfaces swell and disfigure
• Furniture stains appear on carpeting and are usually permanent
• Paper goods and records are ruined
• Rust stains appear on carpeting and other surfaces
• Drapery fabrics that contact water may develop permanent watermarks.

Within Hours:

• Pre-existing moisture related problems are activated
• Drywall softens and warps
• Cellulosice browning may occur on natural fabrics
• Foam cushion (carpet pad) can begin to disintegrate
• Bacterial odor problems begin to develop
• Wood furniture, in contact with water, can become permanently ruined.

Within Days:

• Mildew and biological growth happens, odors begin to permeate the structure
• Wood floors are warped and ruined
• Woven carpet installations could shrink
• Delamination of tufted carpet is possible
• Vinyl floor coverings can permanently discolor, adhesives can break down
• Allergies and asthma can be aggravated.

Within Weeks:

• Structural integrity of interior wall members, sub-floors, and ceiling installations can be permanently damaged.
• Mildew can permanently stain/damage natural materials
• Serious health hazards to occupants of buildings have developed.

BOTTOM LINE – EVERY MINUTE Counts! Call Indiana Restoration & Cleaning Services as soon as flooding occurs. We guarantee to take care of your needs, quickly.

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