What Can I Do to Prevent Water Damage in My Laundry Room?

1/5/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO provides moisture control during water damage mitigation in Durham to protect contents and electronic devices

Restoration Pros Offer Effective Water Cleanup Services for Durham Homes

Washing machine failures are notorious for leaving homeowners with sudden large amounts of water to clean. A Durham homeowner might think the worst is over once the water is mopped up, but moisture seeping into walls and floors can lead to structural damage and microbial growth beneath surfaces.

If your property requires water cleanup in Durham after a major appliance failure, SERVPRO professionals can return your property to a pre-damage condition. Restoration technicians use sophisticated, cutting-edge technologies in tandem with tried-and-true cleanup methods to mitigate moisture damage and dry homes more effectively.

What Steps Can I Take to Prevent Washing Machine Water Damage?

• Leave some clearance between your unit and the wall. At least four inches of space is sufficient for preventing kinks in the supply and drain hoses.
• Replace hoses regularly. Supply line hoses require replacement every five years. Even a hose that looks fine on the outside can have a deteriorating interior.
• Avoid overloading your unit. Whether you put in too many clothes or too much detergent, overwhelming your machine is a fast way to create water damage in your laundry room.
• Use a water leak detector. This sensor can prevent flooding by automatically shutting off the water supply to your washing machine when a leak has been detected.

How Does SERVPRO’s Moisture Extraction Process Work and Why Does it Matter?

Before extraction can begin in earnest, SERVPRO professionals detect moisture with a variety of sensors and moisture meters, including infrared cameras, to assess the extent of the damage and formulate a plan for structural drying.

Extraction is performed several times over to reduce the time it takes for a structure to dry. Without moisture extraction with portable units, mops, and other tools, drying can take hours to several days longer, which can create secondary water damages in your home

SERVPRO of North Durham ensures that disaster-struck homes look “Like it never even happened.” Call (919) 467-0880 at any time of the day or night to begin the mitigation process.