Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Water Damage

12/20/2022 (Permalink)

Water damage can cause mold, and mold growth can lead to structural damage.

Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Water Damage

Water damage is one of the most common causes of home repair problems. Even a small amount of water can cause significant damage over time if left unchecked. Water leaks often occur in pipes or appliances and may be hard to detect without you noticing some visual signs. You should call a professional to inspect your home for water damage every time you notice any sign of moisture inside your home.

Water damage will cause mold.

The first step in preventing mold is to act fast. If you’ve got water damage, you need to get it taken care of right away.

If mold stays untreated, it can cause all sorts of damage to the structure of your property and its belongings. 

Water damage can lead to structural damage.

Water damage can cause mold, and mold growth can lead to structural damage. Mold grows when moisture gets trapped inside of a building and has a surface upon which it can grow. If the water leak is severe enough, the fungal spores from the mold will spread throughout your property and take up residence. 

Water damage can lead to rust and corrosion.

The effects are often more severe when left untreated, as water can cause significant damage to your home's structure and building materials. That's why it's important to act quickly if you detect any signs of water in your apartment or home—the sooner we intervene, the less likely it is that the issue will escalate into something expensive down the road!

Make sure you address any water damage in your home right away

The longer you wait to address water damage in your home, the more serious the problem will become. Mold is one of the most common results of water damage, and it can cause serious damage. In addition to mold, rust and corrosion also can lead to expensive repairs if they aren't addressed right away.

If you don’t deal with the water damage quickly, it can grow out of control. In fact, a severe enough leak can cause structural damage to your property and make it uninhabitable. If you think you have a water leak, it's important to act quickly. The longer the leak goes unnoticed and unfixed, the more damage it can do—and that means higher costs for repairs. 

Water damage can cause a lot of problems for your home, and if you don’t take care of it right away, it’s only going to get worse. If you see signs of water damage in your house or notice that there is dampness in the walls or floors, please contact a professional immediately. This way they can do everything they can to avoid mold growth, structural damage, or costly repairs later on down the road when things have gotten even worse! SERVPRO is always on standby and ready to help.