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Do you have water damage or need a sewage cleanup service but don't know where it came from? The first step in any water damage mitigation plan is to find the source of the water. Whether your water is from outside weather conditions, a leaky pipe, or a broken-down water heater, our team will identify it efficiently.

WHAT IS A WATER DAMAGE RESTORATION SERVICE?
A water damage restoration service or sewage cleanup will provide you with services that will help restore any of your property that has been damaged by water to its condition beforehand. Water damage to items can be caused by many different sources such as; broken pipes, frozen pipes, flooding from a storm, appliances that malfunction, sewage backup, overflowing sinks, overflowing bathtubs, or toilets that overflow.
At one point or another everyone will likely experience some type of water damage to their home and will need to contact a water damage restoration service for help. Unless you are lucky enough to avoid tornadoes, hurricanes, storms, and can ensure that your faucets and pipes, as well as your appliances, are always functioning appropriately, chances are you will experience some type of water damage during your lifetime. Water damage is almost a certainty.
Self-Clean-up

In many cases, you will be able to perform water damage restoration cleanup by yourself. However, there are going to be times when you want to call in a water damage restoration service for help. If there is major damage that will require a lot of work to clean up or if there is rebuilding to be completed, a restoration service will be able to do the work for you quickly and efficiently.
If the water damage was caused by sewage it is important to contact a water damage restoration service for cleanup as this type of water damage can cause black mold, which is extremely toxic.
When cleaning up water damage on your own it is important to make sure that all of the water has been eliminated from the home. Contacting the IICRC to find a water damage specialist in your area is a good place to start. If the water damage is near appliances or electrical outlets, you should definitely call in a specialist to avoid any type of electrocution.
How a Restoration Service can Help

A water damage restoration service should be contacted as quickly as possible after water damage has occurred. When moisture, oxygen, and mold spores are combined mold can begin growing. This growth can occur within just 2 days after IICRC Certified Water Damage Restoration Company (859)302-2702 (expressdamagerestorationofky.blogspot.com). Mold can cause all types of health issues including allergies, some of the health issues can even be deadly. In addition, mold can cause damage to the structure of your home if left over time. It is important to prevent the growth of mold from the start to help save you from future health issues or expensive home reconstruction.
Water Extraction


The first thing that a water damage restoration service will do is evaluate the problem and then begin the water extraction process. During this process, all of the water will be removed from the area. Furniture, carpet, and other items in the area will be removed so that they can be cleaned and dried as well as repaired if necessary. Most companies will haul away any items that are too damaged for restoration.
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Once everything is removed and the majority of the water has been extracted, the next step will be to make sure that the structure is dry. Heavy duty fans will be placed strategically throughout the home to make sure that everything is as dry as possible. Water spreads quickly to every small nook and cranny of a home, which is why this drying process is extremely important.
Cleaning

Once everything is dry, the next step by the water damage restoration service will be to clean everything. During the cleaning process steps will be taken to prevent mold growth. Every area of the home that had water damage will be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized. This will help prevent any mold from growing and will also remove any lingering odors that may have been caused by the excess water.
Restoration Process
The final step will be the restoration process. This may include rebuilding any structures such as walls or floors. Every restoration process is different and depends on the amount of damage that was caused by the water.
Time is of the Utmost Importance

When your home or business has any type of water damage it is important to remember that time is important. The more quickly you act after the water damage has occurred the better. As time goes on the cost of water damage repair will go up because of the damages will become worse and mold is likely to start growing.
Calling a water damage restoration service right away can save you money, time, and possibly your health.