Causes of Water Damage

Water damage occurs in many different ways and can hit even the most prepared business or home. Various water damage scenarios deserve different solutions. Whatever the origin or scale of water damage in your home, Paul Davis Emergency Services respond fast and efficiently. These are some of the most common causes of water damage:

Natural Causes

Bad storms can test any structure's integrity. When weather gets dangerous, water becomes a destructive element. Be it a flash flood, hurricane, or blizzard, when water harms your home or business, it's a grave problem. Nobody is ready for a problem like this, but when issues occur, you can rely on us.

Flooding in the Basement

Basements are a target for runoff water, whether from precipitation, a leaky roof, a damaged water pump, or other sources. It just takes a single break in the foundation for moisture to flow in. Paul Davis specialists are highly trained to eliminate flooding from basements, sanitize and restore your possessions, and dry everything effectively to minimize damage. We don't stop until we have confirmed that the job is done.

Problems with Sewage Leaks

Sewage flooding is not just nasty, it's dangerous. Black or grey water contamination carries microbes that may lead to infection. Flooding resulting from sewer clogs can be considered an emergency and should be handled right away. Trained Paul Davis technicians evaluate and eliminate the damage from the backup and any standing water damage may have occurred. Our equipment and specialized education can eliminate the problem with efficiency and quality.

Appliance Leaks & Broken Plumbing

If a faucet, tub, washing machine or any other appliance breaks, the outcome can vary from irritating to devastating. Standing flooding on the floor can seep into the foundation, and pool in out of reach areas. You then cause wood damage and invite a mold invasion. If your water damage comes from toilet or kitchen malfunction, you additionally risk spreading pathogens. Call an emergency specialist inspect the area to avoid more expenses down the road.

Firefighting Runoff

It's terrible enough for a property to sustain fire damage, but it's worse to be stuck with water damage in the days after the fire. In the process of killing an indoor fire, your property may be left with water damage. Such a one-two punch of severe damage can leave your space ruined. Paul Davis has the expertise to eliminate any fire or water damage left.