The water damage timeline

4/16/2021 (Permalink)

Within minutes of the water damage:

• The water can start to spread throughout your home, and damage anything that is in its path.
• The water can cause personal belongings to swell and warp such as books and photographs.

 1-24 hours after the water damage occurred:

• The drywall can begin to break down and/or swell.
• Furniture begins to swell.
• An odor can start to occur in your home.

 1 week after the water damage has occurred:

• Biohazard contamination can start to occur.
• Mold and mildew to can start to grow and spread.
• Wood flooring begin to swell and warp. Metal start to rust and corrode.

More than a week after the damage occurred:

• biohazard contaminants can be a serious risk to the homeowners.
• The mold growth can become more severe.

For all your emergency needs contact SERVPRO Mount Ephraim/Bellmawr at (856) 349-7318