ONGOING EFFECTS OF WATER DAMAGE
WITHIN MINUTES - Water contamination spread to unaffected areas - Moisture sensitive surfaces swell and disfigure
- Furniture stains appear on carpeting and are usually permanent
- Paper goods and records are ruined
- Drapery fabrics that contain water may develop permanent watermarks.
WITHIN HOURS
- Pre-existing moisture related problems are activated, such as urine, ect.
- Drywall softens and warps
- Cellulosic browning may occur on natural fabrics
- Foam cushion (pad) can begin to disintegrate
- Bacterial odor problems begin to develop
- Wood furniture, in contact with water, can become permanently ruined due to discoloration and swelling
- Rust stains appear on carpeting and other surfaces
WITHIN DAYS
- Mildew and biological growth takes place; odors begin to permeate the structure
- Wood Floors are warped and ruined
- Glue down and double stick installations become lose
- Woven carpets installations could shrink
- Delaminating of tufted carpet is possible
- Vinyl floor coverings can permanently discolor, adhesives can break down
- Components inside pianos and organs begin to swell from moisture
- Allergies and asthma can be aggravated
WITHIN WEEKS
- Structural integrity of interior wall members, sub floors, and ceilings installations can be permanently damaged
- Mildew can permanently stain/damage natural materials
- Serious health hazards to occupants of buildings have developed
NOTE: Naturally the above conditions depend upon the total amount of excessive water, the humidity at the time of the water loss, the contamination with in the water and its location with in the structure