Causes of Water Damage

Water damage happens in many various ways and can hit even the most organized business or home. Various water damage circumstances require different solutions. Whatever the source or amount of water damage in your business, Paul Davis Emergency Services work quickly and professionally. These are some of the most common causes of water damage:

Rain Damage

Serious weather can test any building's integrity. If storms get intense, water becomes a strong force. Be it a flood, hurricane, or blizzard, if water harms your home or business, it's a serious issue. Nobody is ready for every scenario, but if something goes wrong, you'll have our expertise.

Flooding in the Basement

Basements draw in lots of runoff water, whether from rain, a leaky roof, a damaged sump pump, or other sources. It only takes one ding in the cellar for water to flow in. Paul Davis experts are highly trained to eliminate flooding from cellars, sanitize and restore your home goods, and dry everything effectively to lessen the damage. We don't rest until we verify that the job is finished.

Issues from Sewage Spills

Sewage flooding is not only disgusting, it's hazardous. Grey or black water contamination carries pathogens that can lead to infection. Backup from sewer clogs should be considered a crisis and be dealt with immediately. Certified Paul Davis emergency responders inspect and eliminate the damage from the sewage and all stagnant water damage may have happened. Our equipment and specialized training can fix the issues with efficiency and quality.

Appliance Malfunctions & Busted Plumbing

If your faucet, bathtub, washing machine or other appliance floods, the outcome can range from annoying to hazardous. Stagnant flooding on the floor can seep into tight spots, collecting in hard-to-reach areas. You then cause wood damage and harbor a mold invasion. If your water damage results from bathroom or dishwasher overflow, you additionally risk harboring microbes. Call a professional inspect the situation to avoid more costs later on.

Water after Fire Damage

It's tragic enough for your home to sustain fire damage, but it's even worse to be stuck with water damage after the fire. In the process of extinguishing a home fire, your property can be left soaked. This surplus of severe damage can leave your area ruined. Paul Davis Emergency Services has the training to eliminate all fire or water damage remaining.