Water damage can be a serious problem for any home or business. If not addressed quickly and correctly, water damage can lead to mold growth, structural damage, and even health hazards. That's why it's so important to have a professional water damage restoration Melbourne company on call in case of an emergency.

Water damage is one of the most common and worst side effects of water leakage or flooding in a basement. Water damage is also one of the leading causes of home insurance claims and it is responsible for millions of dollars in damages every year.

In addition, basement water damage can entirely destroy your personal possessions and interior decorative finishes, as well as cause structural and foundation issues. It also has the ability to foster the growth of poisonous mould.

Most homeowners who are lucky enough to have a basement will experience some form of water damage at some point or another.

This can be in the form of a small water leak, broken plumbing, failed sump pumps, leaky walls and windows or a weak foundation. The first step resorting basement water damage is to turn off the electricity in the area as well as the gas supply to any appliances whose pilot lights and systems are under water.

Once that is done you need to find out where the flooding or leaking is coming from. There are various other steps to follow to fix water damage and to get your home and basement back to their natural and comfortable dry state.

WATER DAMAGE REMEDIATION TIPS

1.      Water Removal

After you have cut off the electricity and gas to the water damaged are it’s time to find the source of the leak, patch it up temporarily so no more water leaks into your home and then begin the clean-up process.

This process is one of the most important steps in water damage remediation and it can take some time. How long it takes depends on the length of time the water was present in your home and how well you patch up the leak. Before you begin the full clean-up and begin repairing damaged furniture and flooring all standing water must be completely removed.

Once the water has been pumped out completely then you will need to dry out the wet area and get rid of all damaged materials such as drywall, carpeting and furniture.

The best way to remove water from your home or basement depends on how much water accumulated in the space. You can either use a bucket to scoop out the water or a professional wet/dry vacuum that will pump the water outside and away from your property.

2.     Water Damage Remediation

Once the standing water has been removed from your home and the leak has been temporarily repaired, it is time to repair the water damage.

Open windows and bring in fans to ensure that the area is well ventilated. It is critical to dry out the area and ensure that no mould grows.

If mould growth is discovered, it must be removed immediately and the area sanitised, because continued mould growth releases spores into the air, which can be extremely harmful if inhaled.

Basement water damage restoration can be as simple as patching a few cracks in the walls and insulating the windows, or it can be as complicated as replacing the flooring.

3.     Invest in Basement Waterproofing

If you have experienced basement water damage once then you know that you will surely do everything you can to avoid similar problems in the future.

Once a basement has undergone water damage remediation one time it should be periodically inspected to make sure it continues to stay dry and you should consider investing in preventive measures such as basement waterproofing.

There are various methods of basement waterproofing to choose from including exterior drainage systems, sump pumps, waterproof coatings and more. Make sure to watch out for tell-tale signs of excessive moisture such as condensation around pipes and windows and water stains on the ceiling or walls.

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