Things to Focus On During Water Damage Repair in Queens

11/22/2022 (Permalink)

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SERVPRO Simplifies Water Restoration in Queens Properties

It is common knowledge that water intrusion is destructive to property. However, the specific issues to expect and the necessary water damage repair processes may need to be clarified. 

Involving a professional like SERVPRO simplifies the prospects of water damage repair in Queens. We can readily identify the most vulnerable items and devise appropriate mitigation approaches. 

Things Typically Affected by Moisture:

• Carpets
• Thermal insulation
• Electronic appliances 

The effects of water exposure can be temporary or permanent. The main determinants of such outcomes are the amount of water involved and the kind of action you take. For example, water readily soaks into carpets, but when well-dried, there is no long-term effect. 

Long-Term Effects from Moisture Exposure

Other materials may not recover so well once exposed to water. Structural insulation is one such material because of its natural properties. Thermal performance in insulation materials occurs because of tiny air pockets within its structure, which have limited conductivity. When moisture replaces the pockets of air, conductivity increases, diminishing its R-value.

Other Effects of Moisture on Insulation:

• Matting
• Rusting 
• Mold growth

Water intrusion can ruin electronic appliances and entertainment systems in a property irreparably. Even waterproof or resistant items may be vulnerable because the IP ratings may be specific for a certain exposure duration or depth. Even when not directly exposed, electronics are still vulnerable because of the high humidity levels in a property after a leak. When temperatures drop, the humid air inside the items condenses, causing internal components to rust. 

Our SERVPRO crews take different steps to repair the issues caused by the intruding water. For porous materials such as carpets and wall panels, timely extraction and drying are sufficient interventions. For insulation, the action depends on the variety you have in your property - we can save fiberglass through drying but for other options such as Rockwool, removing the wet insulation is the best solution. 

SERVPRO of Forest Hills / Ridgewood responds to any situation involving water damage repair. You can reach us at (718) 381-3702. We’re Faster To Any Size Disaster.