Causes of Flood Damage
Water damage happens in several various ways and can strike even the most prepared business or homeowner. Various flood damage circumstances require special answers. Regardless of the cause or size of flood damage in your home or business, Paul Davis Emergency Services respond quickly and professionally.
These are some of the most common reasons for water damage:
Bad Weather
Heavy rain can test any structure’s foundation. When storms become dangerous, water becomes a destructive element. Be it a flood, tornado, or winter storm, if water hits your property, it’s a serious matter. Nobody is ready for a problem like this, but if water damage strikes, you’ll have our expertise.
Flooding in the Basement
Cellars are a target for runoff water, whether from precipitation, roof damage, a damaged sump pump, or other sources. It just takes one crack in the basement for water to invade. Paul Davis experts are highly trained to remove water from basements, clean and preserve your possessions, and dry everything fast to minimize damage. We don’t rest until we know that the work is complete.
Sewage Leaks & Malfunctions
Sewage flooding is not just gross, it’s dangerous. Grey or black water pollution contains microbes that can lead to infection. Backup resulting from sewer blockages should be designated as an emergency and be handled right away. Qualified Paul Davis technicians inspect and eliminate the damage from the sewage and any standing water damage may have occurred. Our tools and years of training can fix the hazard with safety and quality.
Busted Plumbing & Appliance Leaks
If a sink, bathtub, washing machine or any other appliance breaks, the outcome can range from annoying to hazardous. Standing water left on the floor can drain into the foundation, collecting in hard-to-reach areas. You may cause floor damage and harbor mold contamination. If your water damage comes from bathroom or kitchen overflow, you additionally risk spreading pathogens. Call a specialist to investigate the situation to prevent larger expenses down the road.
Firefighting Runoff
It’s terrible enough for a property to sustain fire damage, but it’s even worse to be left with water damage in the days after the blaze. In the steps of extinguishing an indoor fire, your home or business can be left soaked. Such a surplus of home damage can leave your space devastated. Paul Davis has the training to remove any fire or water damage remaining.