Knowing When Your Queens Home Needs Water Mitigation

9/23/2024 (Permalink)

After water damage, you can trust that your Queens home is in good hands with our experienced technicians at SERVPRO®.

Learn How Ignoring Slow Leaks Can Lead to Water Damage

Many people believe that most water damage accidents are unexpected events, such as floods or burst pipes, that happen rapidly. Slow leaks, on the other hand, can be equally harmful, particularly if not identified early. Whether it's a modest trickle under your sink or a hidden leak in your roof, water may enter your home and cause long-term harm to the structure.

Detecting Hidden Water Damage in Queens Homes

At SERVPRO of Steinway, we understand the impact of slow leaks on your house. A minor leak can destroy wood, weaken drywall, and promote mold development. This potential for expensive damage is why early detection and water mitigation are essential. For Queens residents, early water mitigation is critical to save their property from costly repairs in the future.

Here are a few ways to detect the presence of concealed water damage before it becomes a significant problem:

• Discoloration on the walls and ceilings
• Sagging drywall.
• Wet spots on floors, especially near appliances
• Visible cracks

Areas of the Home Most Often Affected

Slow leaks can be tricky. A small roof leak after a storm may go unnoticed until mold appears or your ceiling starts to sag. Appliances, like dishwashers or water heaters, can also be culprits, with water slowly escaping over time. Regular maintenance and inspections are essential, especially in older homes across Queens. The most frequently affected areas for slow leaks are kitchens, bathrooms, and chimney flashing. Our team uses specialized equipment to laser target the areas of the home affected by water damage. Once we locate the issue, we can use proper drying techniques to restore your house.

SERVPRO of Steinway can catch these problems early. Our team is ready to provide expert water mitigation, preventing further damage and ensuring your home stays safe. Call SERVPRO of Steinway at (917) 341-4702 if you suspect a slow leak in your Queens home. We can make the issue "Like it never even happened."

SERVPRO Offers Premium Water Damage Restoration in Queens

10/24/2023 (Permalink)

SERVPRO stocks large numbers of desiccant dehumidifiers to mitigate water damage in Queens. "Like it never even happened."

Trust SERVPRO for Expert Water Damage Restoration in Queens

A water damage incident at your Queens home can greatly impact the aesthetics and structural integrity. Hiring professional restorers like SERVPRO® ensures the damage is addressed promptly, reducing its lasting impact on your property.

SERVPRO techs use the latest technology and state-of-the-art equipment to tackle water damage at your Queens home. We start by surveying the extent of the damage by looking for signs of water intrusion in the structure. We use moisture detectors to identify the hidden moisture before preparing a comprehensive drying strategy.

Using Dehumidifiers to Boost Drying Speed During Water Restoration

Once SERVPRO techs remove the standing water from your Queens property, the next step is to create ideal drying conditions. We use different dehumidifiers to create perfect conditions by removing the excess water from the air.

The following types of dehumidifiers are most commonly used in Queens to return your home to preloss conditions as quickly as possible:

• Refrigerant Dehumidifiers: These machines work like an air conditioner unit, condensing the water vapor by passing over cooling coils. Once the water condenses, the dry air is circulated back into the drying environment to collect more moisture.
• Desiccant dehumidifiers: Rather than condensing the moisture, these pieces of equipment work by absorbing the moisture into chemicals called desiccants. Once the desiccants are saturated with moisture, warm air is passed over them, causing them to release the water, and the moisture-laden air is vented outside.

Using Low Grain (LGR) Dehumidifiers

One of the most significant differences between conventional and LGR dehumidifiers is that the latter can dry space to a much lower humidity ratio. An LGR has a pre-cooling component that cools the air before it is moved across the evaporator coils. SERVPRO techs use this equipment to dry complex materials like hardwood floors.

Call SERVPRO of Steinway at (917) 341-4702 to get started. Remember, we are Here to Help®.