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Why You Need The Services Of A Water Damage Restoration Breckenridge Contractor

Saturday, January 11, 2014

By Marissa Velazquez


Handling issues of water damage may seem a simple task such as mopping and wet vacuuming. Unfortunately, these practises fail to consider the extent to which moisture may migrate through assemblies and structural cavities. Whenever there is a moisture problem within your home, you need the helping hand of a water damage restoration Breckenridge contractor to deal with the situation.

Moisture issues require emergency response considering that the vapour can penetrate into structures leading to unexpected damages. Moisture creates pockets of saturation as it moves through materials. The ongoing effects from trapped pockets of moisture cause damages including warping, discoloration, delamination, splitting, musty odor, and molds growth.

Moisture arising from plumbing issues needs to be removed and the defective fixtures repaired. Piping systems may leak and cause the ground to soak with water. The fixtures located within the building may also develop leakages and release water to the surfaces. The drainage systems is also another thing which is associated with increased moisture levels.

When calcium and magnesium deposits attach to walls of metal piping, they cause the pipes to narrow down leading to increased pressure. Such pressure causes pipe bursts, which may lead to high moisture levels. Pipe bursts may occur due to heavy equipments turning over the surfaces thus causing more moisture in premises. Moreover, moisture issues may arise due to flooding from heavy downpour.

Porous concretes allow moisture to infiltrate and enter the interiors of buildings. Homes which have loose soils within the backfill areas are likely to suffer from moisture problems. The loose soil retains moisture, which migrates through concretes walls and foundations, and enters the building. During the cleanup process, the moist area is first dried and cleaned to remove decaying debris.

If molds have already grown, the task is much more than expected. Removal of molds requires proper surface cleaning procedure to prevent dispersal of spores to other areas. Cross contamination may occur when removing the spores, which could lead to spread of the mold infestations to other locations. Molds cause damages such as decay of organic substances like wood, clothes, and wall painting.

Once the surfaces are dried, proper cleanup is done to remove any decayed matter and debris inside the building. The problem of moisture cannot be eliminated if the cause is not identified and resolved. Depending on the cause of moisture, the contractor will make repairs and renovate the areas. Plumbing fixtures like leaky pipes are known to cause moisture problems.

Pipe leaks may occur due to corrosion, increased pressure, or physical damage by sharp objects or heavy equipments turning over areas where the pipes are installed. During the winter season, pipes may frost leading to bursts. These kinds of pipe bursts need proper repairs because they can occur behind walls. With the services of water damage restoration Breckenridge contractors, you are able to remove moisture and dry your property in time.




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