Damage Caused Within Hours

• Furniture that has direct contact with water will start to delaminate/swell causing the legs to split.
• When wood starts to swell it will cause the finish to crack.
• Gypsum board and drywall will swell and disintegrate.
• The smell of mildew will start to become apparent.
• Metal surfaces will begin to tarnish, corrode, and rust.

Damage Caused Within Days

• Sever warping of wood items.
• Adhesives in wood release.
• Paint blisters and plaster dissolves.
• Doors and windows casings swell and delaminate.

These are a few things you will start to see the longer the water goes un treated. The next time you experience a water loss be sure to waste no time find a certified professional to extract the water and begin the drying process. It’s up to you to prevent any further damage.