Things That Worsen Buffalo Grove Water Damage Repair Outcomes

6/26/2022 (Permalink)

Even when the water is gone, the lasting effects on your home still need to be dealt with. SERVPRO has certified technicians available 24/7.

Fail-Safes SERVPRO Uses for Buffalo Grove Water Repair

Your home is perilous when water leaks covering vast areas or items with moisture. Conventional wisdom dictates that you take quick action to save valuables or limit the cost of restoring your Buffalo Grove home. However, water damage repair outcomes can be disappointing if not handled appropriately.

Many aspects of water damage repair at your Buffalo Grove home require precision to be effective. If there is a problem with timing, choice of cleaning products, or equipment use, the steps taken might be detrimental. SERVPRO crews are well trained to handle every situation created by water intrusion.

Crucial considerations

• Handling special fibers like nylon
• Working on wet materials
• Working with specialized cleaning agents

Fabrics in carpets or furniture are highly vulnerable to moisture exposure. Direct exposure mostly causes dyes to run or stains to form. Changes in physical form are also possible since moisture affects the tensile strength of fibers. In other cases, the cleaning, extraction, or drying processes affect the material. For example, nylon fibers expand when heated, so using moderate temperatures for cleaning products that require heating ensures soiling from carpets is removed without causing physical damage.

Handling wet materials

When repairing water damage, you must think of what to do with the wet items in the house. Drying or disposal, if deemed unsalvageable, are the ultimate solutions. However, before the main action, you might need to move them around to limit exposure or facilitate other steps. Preventing cross staining when manipulating wet materials is essential. Keeping different fabric types separate is vital to ensure non-colorfast dyes do not spread.

Rust is another common issue associated with wetness. While you may not worry about the immediate impact of moisture on metal items since they are resilient, the items can damage others in the vicinity if rust develops.

Ways to contain rust issues

• Moving furniture or appliances resting on carpets
• Place wax paper between metal and fabric
• Having the right product to remove rust

SERVPRO of Buffalo Grove / Lake Zurich anticipates all issues during water damage repair. Call us at (847) 279-1940 for preventive solutions.