Water damage can refer to any damage that is done to your personal belongings, such as your vehicle, home, or valuables. Water damage can occur from a pipe bursting and flooding your home to natural disasters, such as hurricanes and unusually heavy rainfall. Even cracks in your home's foundation or a leaky faucet can prove to be disastrous over time if left unattended. When water damage is left untreated, it can cause very serious problems to the overall structure of your home. It is not uncommon to hear of floors collapsing due to water damage of the subfloor. In addition, it can cause mold damage. Mold is a serious threat that, if left to grow, can make you seriously ill by causing allergic reactions or causing other respiratory problems. If mold is left to grow in the wood behind your walls or underneath your floor, then you would need to replace them completely.

Anyone can get affected by water damage. If the pipes underneath your sinks have ever burst, then there is the chance that your floors and cabinets have internal water damage. If a tropical storm has ravaged your area and has left water in your home, no matter how big or small, then there is the likely chance you have water damage. Even if your home seems sound on the surface, there is always the potential that a little bit of water has seeped through the floors or walls. If you are getting allergies or suffering from ailments such as a runny nose, itchy and watery eyes, or an itchy throat, then you might have a mold problem. If your home has a musty odor, that could also be a sign of water and mold damage.

If your home has recently been flooded or you have reason to believe that your home may be suffering from water damage, then you need to contact a professional water damage company. Shop around and make sure that the people you hire are certified professionals. There is nothing worse than hiring a company that doesn't do what they are supposed to do the first time, which will definitely cause a huge hole in your wallet over time. Our company bills your insurance company directly, so that means less paperwork and less headache for you.

Preventing water and mold damage in your home is fairly simple. Make routine check ups on all water outlets in your home. Check for faulty plumbing and make sure that your water heater is working optimally every now and then. Whenever there is a spill, clean it up promptly and dry it thoroughly. Carpet spills will be harder to dry thoroughly, but do the best you can. Keeping your home properly ventilated will also help to reduce the accumulation of moisture. You can open your windows if the weather allows, install an air conditioning unit to encourage airflow, or purchase a dehumidifier to decrease the amount of humidity in your home.

In the event of a hurricane or a tropical storm, the best thing to do is to be prepared for the event. Round up all of your important belongings, such as your personal identification documents, marriage certificates, and deeds. Pack some extra clothing, an emergency first aid kit, and some food.