Water Damage Repair

Many changes in your home’s appearance go unnoticed because they are seen every day. Others are ignored, written off as normal wear and tear. This is especially true when it comes to color changes on the walls and ceilings. Even if noticed it is often discounted as typical wear so there is no sense of urgency to fix it. However, if you see color changes on the walls and ceiling you should act quickly. These are water leaks causing damage to your home. You need water damage repair to make your home attractive and safe again.

Although the water leaks are visible on the surface the damage actually goes much deeper. On the surface you may see discoloration or peeling paint. But there is also structural damage that occurs. The continual soaking from water leaks will cause weakened wood in the walls and ceilings that can not be repaired with mere cosmetic changes such as painting. You must get water damage repair.

The first step is to identify the source of the water leak. It is possible there is a broken pipe, loose joint or roof in disrepair. Once the source is found, it needs to be repaired completely. Of course, if you have an emergency situation where you have severe or prolonged water exposure such as from a broken pipe or rain storm an emergency service should be contacted immediately to pump out the excess water and disinfect the entire house. Only after the source is fixed can the water damage repair begin.

Why should you repair the water damage? Isolated soaking never completely dries out in the closed wall. This can lead to the spread of bacteria. The water damage is not only an eyesore but a health hazard. All parts of the wall or ceiling that were soaked need to be replaced. Any affected wooden structural supports must be completely dried and the area disinfected.

Once the water damage repair is complete, A-1 PAM can help you with the restoration and reconstruction. We can replace walls and ceilings, add molding and accents, texture and paint as you wish. We can help you restore your home to its original beauty so you once again have a safe and attractive home.