Water Damage Destroys Homes

Excessive or even minor water damage can destroy a home. The carpet may need to be fully replaced or deep cleaned, and even the wood flooring can rot and deteriorate. Metal components can become rusted over time if the water is not dealt with. Additionally, when water is allowed to stay in the home there is a risk of mold. Simply put, you do not want water in your home and especially not in a commercial property. There are many downsides to handling water damage incorrectly, so make sure you trust a qualified company to take care of everything.

• Water will damage electric, gas, water, or other general home utilities
• Appliances can become defunct, especially modern devices with wiring
• The structure of your home can become compromised

Foundation Cracks From Water Damage

Many parts of the home will be affected by water damage, but the foundation of your house is obviously one of the most important parts. When water is allowed to sink through the home and into the foundation, cracking can definitely start. This needs to be taken care of immediately to prevent further damage.

Foundation cracks are commonly started because of outside pressure in the soil pushing the foundation in. Expert technicians in the home construction and repair industry will be able to identify the most likely cause of any crack in your foundation. Horizontal cracks for example can differ from vertical cracks, but it obviously all depends on how your home is set and constructed. When the water goes into the soil, it affects how that dirt sits around your home. This can definitely change the pressure or weight of the soil around your house, causing a foundation to crack if not reinforced or strong enough.