Most Common Water Damage Signs

7/2/2020 (Permalink)

Water Damage to a Hallway in a Residential Home

A report on the most common signs of water damage has just been released by SERVPRO.

This report is valuable to property owners and residents who might be suspecting water damage in the City of Walnut, or any other location. Knowing the signs to watch for and taking care of any damage right away is much less costly than ignoring the signs. Early detection of water damage in the City of Walnut buildings is much less expensive to repair when the damage is noticed than to wait.

Check out the full report below.

The Most Common Signs of Water Damage in a Home

Water damage can be a huge issue in a person’s home and can often cost thousands and thousands of dollars. While sometimes water damage is obvious (such as a leaky faucet, huge wet spot or burst pipe), more often than not, it is quite difficult to locate. With that in mind, here are some common signs of water damage in a home to keep an eye out for.

An Unpleasant Odor

There are many different potential causes of a bad smell in a home or apartment, but one that most people don’t think of is water damage. However, when residual water stagnates and is hidden over time, it can be a breeding ground for bacteria like mold. This will quickly begin to smell and has been described as very “earthy”.

Mold Growth

In addition to just smelling mold and other bacteria growing, people can sometimes see it with their own two eyes. Mold spores in the air find their way into hidden cracks in the structure of the home, and if water is also present there, mold can begin to materialize. It will often be fuzzy and discolored, and should look very out of place. However, mold can be tough to see sometimes as it doesn’t always appear in giant patches, and even just a small bit of mold can signify some water damage.

Changes in Walls, Floors or Ceilings

If people want to check for water damage, the structural aspects of the home are the first places to look. Walls, ceilings and floors are places that can give owners huge hints as to whether they have water damage. Look for stains, sagging and drooping, among other abnormalities.

Suffering from water damage? If so, reach out to  SERVPRO of Walnut for help.