Time Table for Water Damages

9/20/2021 (Permalink)

Water Damage at a Local Commercial Building

There is never a convenient time for a water damage, especially when it comes to businesses.  Water can quickly migrate throughout your building; it can soak into walls, flooring, furniture, and more. When you call SERVPRO of East Monroe County, we will respond to your location right away. We will assess the loss and make sure there is no hidden water in other rooms. From there, we will start extracting any standing water and any water trapped in your carpet. By having a rapid response to your commercial water damage, the total extent of the loss can be reduced, and help save money on your claim. Here is a rough time table of damage caused by water as it dwells in a structure:

Within Minutes:

• Water spreads throughout your property
• Water absorbs into the walls, floors, upholstery, and belongings
• Furniture finishes may bleed, causing permanent staining on carpets
• Paper goods like photographs and books can start to swell and warp

Hours 1-24:

• Metal surfaces begin to rust
• Furniture begins to swell and crack
• Dyes and inks from cloth and paper goods spread and cause staining
• Paint begins to blister

48 Hours – 1 week

• Drywall begins to swell and break down
• Mold may start growing
• Doors, windows, and framing studs swell and warp
• Wood flooring swells and warps
• Microbial contamination is possible

More than 1 week

• Restoration time and costs increases, with more materials needing replaced
• Structural safety, mold growth, and biohazard contaminants pose increased risks to occupants

 SERVPRO of East Monroe County is here for you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including all holidays. We can rapidly respond to stop further damage, and get your business back to work.