Finding water where it doesn’t belong is a headache at best and a total nightmare at worst. While you may think you can handle a seemingly small leak on your own, water damage can lead to a plethora of problems best left to the professionals.
Let’s take a look at some subsequent water damage issues and why you should always contact a professional restoration company as soon as you notice the signs of water damage.
Structural Weakening
Sometimes a leaky roof or pipe can go unnoticed until substantial damage has been done. If the drying process is not handled professionally, the wood in your floors, walls, ceilings, etc. can rot, significantly weakening the structure of your home. All areas affected by water need to be thoroughly cleaned and dried by professionals while any damaged materials should be replaced.
Mold
Sewage Backup
Sewage water — or wastewater — backups are disgusting disasters that can cause expensive structural damages and illnesses. While sewage is about 99.9 percent water, that 0.1 percent contains enough disease-causing pathogens to pose a significant risk to your health. Some health issues related to sewage contact include: 
- Skin rashes
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
Wastewater removal and restoration is a tough task that should be avoided by amateurs as improper management of sewage situations can lead to the aforementioned water damage dilemmas.
Professional Equipment and Gear
Let’s face it, most of us do not have the requisite items on hand to handle most water damage scenarios. Industrial dehumidifiers, air scrubbers, mold remediation chemicals, etc. are not typical household items. A professional restoration company will be armed to the teeth with all the necessary equipment and protective gear to get the toughest water damage situations under control. There are also tried-and-true methodologies and procedures practiced by professionals — unknown to most laymen — that will ensure the best results.
Access to Difficult Areas
Water damage can affect areas that may be nearly impossible to access, let alone properly clean and dry. A water damage restoration professional will be able to access these difficult areas that you cannot reach or plainly refuse to. I mean, how many homeowners really want to spend the weekend wriggling through a dank crawlspace when someone with experience and expertise can easily and effectively access hard-to-reach places?
Contact a Pro
If you suspect or know that you have water damage, don’t be a do-it-yourself dummy when you know it is best to contact the pros. Let the well-equipped, experienced team of restoration technicians at 24 Hour Flood Pros assess and address your next water damage emergency!
