Tallahassee Water Invasion after a Storm? Call SERVPRO for Mitigation--Real Fast!

3/6/2019 (Permalink)

Tallahassee Hassle from Flooding? Call SERVPRO for Help

Remediating Attic and Crawlspace Flood Damage in Tallahassee

The weather may be clearing around Tallahassee now, but recent storms not only drop water onto areas homes but other problems as well. Tree limbs and other debris crash onto roofs, allowing water to enter and flood attics and crawlspaces.
 
Overhead is a type of Tallahassee flood damage that other restoration services may not be prepared to treat. SERVPRO restoration specialists, however, train for every type of disaster in our area, no matter in what part of the home it may strike.
 
Personnel start operations by sealing off the roof against further water, wind, or even animal intrusion. Unless the damage is extensive enough to require a licensed contractor, our specialists can place tarps or board-up until a permanent fix can be done. Keeping out the elements is crucial to water mitigation.
 
If enough water already entered the attic or crawlspace, it can compromise the insulation. The material compresses into a thin layer, eliminating its effectiveness to help heat or cool the home. Attempting to dry the insulation is a very labor intensive, expensive process with no guarantee of success. Removal and replacement is by far the cheaper and faster option.
 
Once specialists finish with the insulation, a SERVPRO inspector examines the floor of the attic or crawlspace for additional damage. Our specialists can expertly remove panels, and floor and ceiling joists to ensure the integrity of the interior so there are no leaks down into the kitchen and other rooms of the home.
 
Finally, if the interior humidity is too high, there is a risk of moisture compromising the new insulation and even causing mold to expand and grow through the attic. We can apply an antimicrobial product to affected areas to help reduce the likelihood of a future mold infestation. To lower the moisture content, team members install a dehumidifier to draw water from the air. They keep it in operation until a normal content result show on an air moisture meter.
 
At SERVPRO of North Leon County, we understand that removing water is only the beginning to restore a home to a dry, safe condition for reoccupation. If you need our assistance, call us today at (850) 536-6599.

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