It's a tenant's nightmare. Water damage in AZ is bad enough when it happens on property that you own, but if your apartment floods, you get shouldered with the stress of determining who is really responsible for the repairs. It's a sticky situation with a lot of seemingly gray areas. If a pipe bursts in
Water damage is unfortunately common in Phoenix homes and in homes throughout the area. It may be caused by everything from a broken pipe or a leaking water heater to a leaky roof, a severe storm or something else. Water can be a very destructive force when it is not properly managed and contained in
After a flood, it's common for people to think that water is temporary and will not leave behind stains. Another myth is, if the water looks clean, it is. This causes many people to think that cleaning up a water-damaged home is a typical DIY project. After a flood hits, it's important that you stop
When a water pipe bursts it is usually noticed quickly. There will be the sound of gushing water or a flooded room or a decrease in water pressure. But when a pipe cracks and a slow leak begins, it can go unnoticed until significant damage has already occured. Cracks can happen as buildings settle or
Even clean water will leave a mark on wood, drywall and other building materials. After a building has been damaged by water, it is often difficult to determine whether or not the building materials are safe to use or if they need to be removed and replaced. Paint can be applied to most surfaces and
Some of the biggest threats that appear during a flood are unseen. Deadly microorganisms like bacteria, viruses and parasites will thrive in floodwaters, waiting to invade someone's body through an open cavity or wound. Here are several, harmful diseases caused by microorganisms that appear in floodwaters. Amoebiasis Amoebiasis is an amoeba-caused illness with the symptoms
In situations where catastrophic property damage occurs, or perhaps an industrial accident or crime has taken place, the area will need an extensive cleaning once all final details are resolved. However, in these situations, it is important to not attempt to do this without the help of professionals. Not only will the area not be
Water Damage Restoration AZ When water gets into an Arizona home from an unlikely source, the consequences can be massive. Furnishings and the structure itself may be damaged from sudden floods, slow buildup of moisture can lead to mold growth and leaking pipes can cause issues in the most unexpected of places. When homeowners are
Some people will immediately contact us for water damage remediation and restoration work at the first sign of trouble. Others may think about trying to dry out the home on their own in an effort to save money. While this may initially seem like a smart idea for cost-conscious Arizona residents, this strategy may actually
In Arizona, thousands of homeowners in flood zones spend a lot of money on supplies to repair flooded spaces because they failed to implement proper preparation procedures. If you want to avoid replacing or repairing your floors and walls after a bad storm or Monsoon floods your community, you'll need to add or update drainage, install
