Get Help for Water Damage from A Bathroom Leak

11/15/2021 (Permalink)

When water begins leaking from your sink, bathtub, or shower in your home, it can create damage to the floors, walls, framing, and more, even if you do not see any signs of damage. Water leaks are often overlooked until the damage is already done. These damaging leaks can come from fixture drains or the water supply plumbing inside the wall. Faucets and plumbing valves also leak and can easily go unnoticed for long periods of time. Learn what to do if you have water damage in your bathroom from a leak.

Addressing the leak immediately

When you have a water damage situation in your Phoenix home, it needs to be addressed right away to prevent even more damage from occurring to your bathroom and beyond. It’s a smart idea to reach out to the water remediation specialists at SERVPRO of Central Phoenix to help you with the water cleanup and damage repairs. Our techs are thoroughly trained in water remediation and have the right equipment to take care of the job quickly and efficiently. The first step is to identify the source of the leak and stop it. Once that’s taken care of, it’s time to remove the water, which SERVPRO can handle through several types of equipment. Once we have removed any excess water, we need to begin drying the structure immediately. Warm, dehumidified air is blown into any cavities where water seeped in to expedite the drying process and guard against the growth of mold.

Handling the moisture issue

Even after visible water is gone, our job isn’t done. While we are utilizing our equipment to dehumidify the air, the moisture content is checked on a daily basis with moisture meters, including penetrating and non-penetrating types. Hygrometers can also be used to measure the moisture in the air and hydro sensors that indicate the moisture content of porous items like carpeting are utilized as well. It’s important to ensure that moisture hasn’t crept into any crevices or beneath cabinets or behind walls, so our technicians thoroughly check to ensure the job gets done. Other areas of the structure which were affected are set up with air movers and dehumidifiers as well in case there was water movement beyond the initial leak area. All affected areas are also cleaned and sanitized when drying is complete.

Contact SERVPRO to get the help you need

SERVPRO of Central Phoenix understands that during a water disaster like this, it can be stressful to see your home in such a state. Bathroom leaks can quickly get out of hand unless handled promptly and professionally We work quickly, but efficiently, to get your home back to its usual condition “Like it never even happened.” If you experience a bathroom leak, call us 24/7 at (602) 386-4268 to get the help you need.