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What Happens to Your Morris County Home After Water Damage?

Darric Mitchell • Sep 05, 2018
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Water damage is fast-acting, and after the initial disaster it can leave lasting effects in no time at all. Without a doubt, there is a timelinefor the deterioration of your home and precious possessions – the longer you wait to clean up, it only gets worse. No matter how much water is spilled, if left too long, the risk of major damage is always there. This is especially devastating if it occurs while a homeowner is away. Here are some of the many things that can happen to your home after water damage invades, reasons why it’s imperative that you act fast, and why professional help is required.

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On the first day of a major water disaster, the level of damage gets progressively worse at a rapid pace. Initially, books, furniture, carpets and flooring will be soaked, and perhaps affected beyond repair. Many times, even extensive drying cannot return these items to their original quality. In the case of paper items that were right in the water’s path, it’s highly likely that they are ruined permanently. In the first 24 hours, saturated drywall and baseboards are going to begin gaining moisture and weakening, and unprotected metal is going to start rusting. Fabric-based furniture pieces are going to keep absorbing water, and the wood will become waterlogged and less sturdy. Also, you will likely notice a musty smell start to become more apparent.

48 Hours and Beyond

The only instance where you should let a water influx event sit in your home or business for 48 hours or longer is in case of a natural disaster. If a hurricane or flash flood caused your water event, you will likely be delayed in returning to your property. In short, there’s nothing you can do but face the worst. You’ll likely come home to damage that includes bubbling paint, ruined wood flooring, warping furniture, windows and doors – and a possible major mold zonethat poses dangerous health risks to you, your family, and pets. If you must ever let your home sit in water that long, do your research on a restoration company ahead of time. Find experts that are ready to help you remove the water right away.

What You Can Expect From Us With Water Damage Remediation

At Restoration 1 of Morris County , when you come home to a water disaster, we are only a phone call away. Our water damage restoration process is comprehensive – we start with using our professional equipment such as wet vacuums to move out the residual water, evaluate the damage, and get to drying. We will always salvage what we can, but if we have any doubts on something’s safety, we are going to advise replacement of the item. We will strip any flooring or carpets and dispose of ruined possessions properly. Furthermore, we will sanitize and dehumidify, and make sure there is no trace of mold to be found.

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We know water damage remediation at Restoration 1. Call one of our certified, expert technicianstoday at 973-810-4145. We serve Rockaway, NJ and surrounding cities.

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02 Apr, 2020
Throughout Morris and surrounds, we have seen rapidly changing and evolving situations when it comes to virus updates. For the last decade, Restoration 1 of Morris County has specialized in bio-hazard cleanup, which means our certified experts are ready for all your virus disinfection and sanitation needs. Rest assured, our team is equipped with advanced equipment and trained on the latest techniques to clean up any type of bio-hazard. We are stocked with CDC and EPA approved cleaning agents to effectively clean and sanitize your floors, bathrooms, keyboards, shelving, door knobs, storage areas and all other surfaces people may have come in contact with. On top of this, we are fully trained and equipped with the proper safety equipment to reduce the risk of contamination or illness from any bio-hazard materials. The sooner we get on the job, the better. We offer 24/7 emergency services and flexible scheduling to work with your individual needs. Here’s How Restoration 1 of Morris County Will Complete a Virus Disinfection & Sanitation: Our team is certified by the IICRC (Institute of Inspection Cleaning & Restoration Certification) when it comes to disease cleanup Restoration 1 uses the approved CDC and EPA industrial-strength disinfectants to decontaminate and disinfect surfaces. We properly handle hazardous and infectious bio-hazard waste, such as infected materials Restoration 1’s cleanup technicians are always dressed in fully encapsulated personal protective equipment with a full-face respirator masks How You Can Prevent Virus and Disease From Spreading Stay Informed. We recommend that you check the following resources daily for the most up to date information: Centers for Disease Control: cdc.gov Google Blog: https://www.blog.google/inside-google/company-announcements/covid-19-how-were-continuing-to-help/ American Public Health Association: https://www.apha.org/topics-and-issues/communicable-disease/coronavirus/in-the-news World Health Organization: who.int Health Resources and Services Administration: https://www.hrsa.gov/public-health/index.html Your State and Local Public Health Websites, such New Jersey Department of Health For general questions about corona virus, call the Morris County Help Line at 1-800-222-1222.. Viruses often spread via human contact. They can also spread via respiratory particles that are left on surfaces and objects. These infected particles can come from coughing or sneezing. The particles can continue to live on a surface for weeks even after first contact. If someone else comes into contact with these particles, and then touches their face, mouth, nose or eyes without washing their hands, they are also at serious risk of contracting the virus. Avoid coming into contact with people, maintain a safe distance in social situation Do not shake hands or hug people Carry an alcohol-based hand sanitizer Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially if you feel you may have been in contact with infected particles Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth unless you have recently washed your hands Avoid close contact with people who are sick and stay home if you are feeling sick, unless you need medical assistance Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze with a bent elbow Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily When it comes to virus disinfection, it’s better to be safe than sorry. Contact our Morris County branch today, on 973-810-4145. Disclaimer: Please be advised that nothing completely eliminates bacteria or viruses and these are efforts to contain and control the spread of a virus.
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