Wall cavity flood drying First Hill
Why Wall Cavities Must Be Dried out After a Flood
Floods are complex disasters. Overwhelming for just about any homeowner, they bring with them the capacity for immense damage, costing thousands of dollars in repairs.
With plumbing failures, roofing leaks and other problems also thrown into the mix, flood repair also involves the fixing of other issues. One of the most important areas in a home when it comes to water damage repair are the walls. Neglected, drywall cavities can store excess amounts of moisture, creating more problems long after the water is gone.
For flood repair and wall drying in First Hill, contact Allied Restoration Company. We can provide prompt and efficient drying techniques to inhibit the spread of moisture and the
growth of mold. Call us today at 425-458-5756.
Flood Repair: Getting Behind the Walls
As WebMD points out, floods often increase humidity and moisture in the
immediate area. This creates conditions favorable for mold growth, as well as more water damage. Given the dangers of mold growth in the home, as the EPA advises, drying services should be a priority after a flood.
Furniture, books, photographs, wood floors and other property aren’t the only objects at risk during a flood. Drywall cavities are often one of the most forgotten-about areas that can cause trouble after water damage.
When moisture builds behind drywall, water damage can continue—uninhibited—and with no visual clues about what’s
happening. The area also becomes a favorable breeding ground for mold, which also can worsen without any immediate signs. Certain home structures are favorable for the spread of mold, and because of this, it’s common to find a spore outbreak traveling to the kitchen or bathrooms.
Modern cavity-drying technology allows professional services to pump hot air behind drywall surfaces to rid the area of moisture. These dryers sometimes need little more than a quarter-sized hole in the wall to allow air to flow into the cavities and pockets.
Flood Repair and Drywall Cavity Drying in First Hill
As stressful as floods are, don’t let them go too long unattended. Contact Allied Restoration Company today. We provide services to homes in First Hill and throughout the greater Seattle area. Call us at 425-458-5756.