Water damage is most often the result of small leaks that go undetected for long periods of time. Once they have been found, the damage is almost always done, in a major way, and the cleanup job you find yourself facing may be considerable. Pipes located within wall cavities may spring leaks, allowing large quantities of water to pool up and even run throughout the walls of the home, causing swelling and discoloration of drywall, as well as warping and sagging of floors and ceilings.
Water damage may also be the result of more severe events such as burst pipes, which can deliver large amounts of water into the home in a very short period of time. Or it may be the result of flooding due to severe weather which can wreak havoc on a number of homes in a given area. Flood waters can literally shake a home from its foundation, which means that it is no longer safe for occupation. Problems of this sort can cause a lot of damage very quickly and will require professional restoration in order to guarantee a full and complete recovery. At Shaw’s Steam Cleaning & Restoration, we are on call 24/7 for all of your water damage restoration needs.