Learn To Avoid Obvious Mistakes After A Water Damage Event In Harriman

6/8/2018 (Permalink)

When drying a structure after a water damage incident, we face different situations, and each situation presents unique challenges.

Avoiding Obvious Mistakes After A Water Damage Event

When drying a structure after a water damage incident, we face different situations, and each situation presents unique challenges. Despite the many state-of-art equipment and technological advancements, creativity in most cases provides the solution to the problem at hand. Here, we are going to look at some of the solutions we put in place when drying block buildings in Harriman.

When our SERVPRO technicians are drying cinder block walls after a water damage incident in Harriman, we check if there is some paint on the walls. Usually, semi-gloss or glass paints limit the moisture transfer from the interior to the exterior of the block walls since they act as vapor barriers. Where necessary, we drill homes near the wall's bottom to allow the water to drain from the cavities. The most appropriate location to drill these holes is around the mortar joint so that it is easier to patch them up once the drying process is complete. Drilling bigger holes in overly submerging walls can also enhance air circulation and an increased rate of moisture loss.

If the block walls of your home contain some insulation, the insulation's quality may deteriorate after exposure to moisture. It is also challenging to dry such insulation completely, and that is why our SERVPRO technicians usually recommend a replacement when the available air circulation procedures are not enough to salvage such items. By not replacing them, the wet conditions may create favorable conditions for mold growth, which can lead to health effects.

Bonds beams within the block construction can slow the drying time. Our SERVPRO technicians tap on the walls to determine whether bond seams are available. If we hear a hollow sound, they might not be available, but if it feels that we are tapping on concrete, it indicates their presence. By using a non-penetrating moisture meter, we can find out whether drying is complete. We usually compare the readings we obtain with those of a control area or item - contents or surfaces not exposed to moisture.

Do not take chances when SERVPRO of Loudon & Roane Counties can return your home to its preloss state after the disaster. Call us at (865) 986-3015 at any time of the day and get timely and proven restoration services that you deserve.

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