Water Damage Timeline

11/18/2019 (Permalink)

Local business affected with water damage. Call SERVPRO of North Richland Hills If your home or office sustains water damage

Water Damage Timeline

Here at SERVPRO of North Richland Hills, we know a fast reaction is a key part of preventing water damage, but what happens if you don’t take care of the water right away? Check out the timeline below to see what happens when water damage is left unchecked.

Within Minutes:

• Water spreads throughout the property and saturates all surfaces it comes into contact with. It is absorbed into carpets, walls, etc.
• Furniture finishes may bleed, or other dyes may begin to run and stain other surfaces.
• Photographs, books, and other paper goods begin to warp.

1-2 Hours:

• Drywall begins to warp and break down.
• Metal begins to tarnish & other furniture begins to warp and crack.
• Musty odor appears.

48 Hours – 1 Week:

• Mold may begin to grow.
• Doors, windows, and studs swell and warp.
• Metal begins to rust and corrode.
• Biohazard Contamination is possible.

More Than 1 Week:

• Restoration time and cost increase dramatically.
• Serious health risk posed to building’s inhabitants.

If your home or office sustains water damage, don't hesitate! Call us right away at 817-634-5509