The Dangers Of DIY Water Damage Repair

Structural Damage

 Water will destroy everything it touches. Within 48 hours, your property’s structure begins to swell and warp. Affected areas such as the floor, windows, and doors are easy to spot, but behind the walls and underneath the floors, it can be difficult to manage. Unlike a DIY project, professionals use high-tech equipment to extract water from every surface of your residential or commercial building. Once all water is extracted, technicians dry the structure, thereby preventing walls, ceilings, and floors from collapsing due to unrevealed water damage. To guarantee the safety of you and your loved ones, call a professional to extract water and dry every nook and cranny of your property.

Hidden Mold and Mildew

 Water damage restoration crews not only have the equipment to extract water, but they are also certified to clean and sanitize your building from mold and mildew. Similar to the structure of your home, mold and mildew can grow in a variety of hidden surfaces. In homes and commercial buildings, it occurs in carpets, insulation, under floors, and around doors and windows.

It is a very serious and time-sensitive issue. DIY projects may remove mold temporarily, but if you’ve hired a good water damage cleanup company, the last step in the water restoration process should be preventative work. This step helps reduce the risk of your home or business growing mold again. Professional mold removal is crucial to your health and safety. Breathing in mold spores can cause hay fever, asthma, and lung disease. Fortunately, there’s no need to panic—just call the experts.

Risk of Health and Safety

 Many DIY videos use sponsored products to promote commercial sales for the viewer. These products use harmful chemicals and do not guarantee permanent repairs for your property. Hired technicians are certified to use innovative equipment and organic chemicals to remove any damages and potential threats to your home or business. They work quickly and efficiently to prevent further water damage.

ASR Property Restoration provides efficient residential and commercial water damage cleanup in Simi Valley and its surrounding areas. Homeowners and business owners alike get professional water extraction, cleaning services, mold removal, and complete restoration—all handled by IICRC-certified restoration pros.

How Can I Begin Water Damage Cleanup?

Before the professionals arrive, you can take a few steps to get the job started:

·         Turn off all electricity and power until your technicians arrive.

·         Open windows and doors for air circulation and to allow moisture to escape.

·         Move furniture, curtains, and rugs outside, and leave out to dry.

·         Inspect any structural damage such as severe wood rot, distortion of walls and floor panels, or erosion of your home’s foundation.

Although these steps will get the job started, they do not guarantee safe and efficient water damage cleanup. Call the pros immediately.

When Do I Call?

Call a restoration crew immediately. The longer your property is exposed to water, the more extensive (and expensive) the damage will be. Most companies offer 24/7 emergency flood damage assistance and restoration services, so don’t hesitate to call, even if it’s the middle of the night.