Timeline Of Water Damage
If you discover a leak that’s causing water damage, we at Restoration 1 warn that you not wait until the next day to address the issue. Water begins causing damage immediately, and that damage just gets worse as time goes by. The following timeline shows just how quickly water damage can ruin your Charlotte home and property. First few minutes following water damage: Water travels and spreads easily and quickly throughout the home Water saturates everything it comes into contact with, including carpet, walls, floors, upholstery, and any other belongings in the area Paper good, photographs, documents, and books swell and warp from water Porous materials such as drywall, insulation, and carpet padding, will begin to absorb water First 24 hours following water damage: Porous materials, such as drywall, insulation, and carpet padding will begin to swell, deteriorate, and break down Metal surfaces exposed to water will begin to tarnish Wood pieces, structure...