Signs of Water Damage and the Health Risks They Pose

If you want to avoid spending on unnecessary repairs, check for water leaks in your walls immediately.

The damage caused by water leaks can make excessive moisture spread throughout and worsen the situation ten-fold. It’s better to catch the source of water damage immediately to curtail the extent of the damage.

What is Water Damage?

Concealed plumbing pipes can burst due to several reasons and cause water to leak into the structure. Hidden plumbing leaks behind walls can be difficult to identify and cause severe structural damage.
The moisture gets absorbed in ceilings, flooring and drywall, as well as wooden structures and sheetrock. Even a slow leak can effectuate large-scale damage that needs expensive restoration. Here are some signs of water damage that can alert you early on.

Early Signs of Water Damage

· Musty odor: If you can smell something moist and musty, it’s probably a sign of mold growth due to moisture.
· Visible signs of mold: Mold growth can leave unappealing stains on walls and baseboards. It looks like fungal growth that’s expanding on wet water stains.
· Staining: Wet stains can spread from the source of the water leak and spread throughout the surface
· Peeling off wall paint/wallpaper: If your wall paint is flaking off or showing signs of bubbles appear under the surface, it’s most likely due to water damage. Similar symptoms can be seen on wallpapers if it starts to peel off.
· Warped walls: The sheetrock behind walls will absorb the excess moisture and become warped, as a result. This also causes structural damage to the walls.
· Buckled ceilings and floors: Wooden surfaces can rot and buckle due to water damage.  
Water damage restoration is not just crucial for preserving the structure of your building but also for protection against health risks. 

Health Risks from Mold Exposure

· Stuffy nose
· Incessant coughing
· Asthma symptoms
· Chest tightness
· Shortness of breath
· Sore eyes
· Headaches
· Wheezing
These symptoms might start off as mild. But prolonged exposure to water damage and mold can exacerbate your condition and cause severe health problems. Individuals with compromised immunity are at a greater risk of contracting any such diseases. Homeowners need to take proactive measures to eradicate water damage with the help of restoration experts.

AMN Masonry offers commercial restoration services in Greater Boston. Their services include foundation waterproofing as well. Call them at (774) 244-8248 for a free quote. 

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