Top Benefits of Hiring the Right Water Damage Restoration Gold Coast

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Photo of Water Damage Restoration on the Gold Coast At one time or the other, your home or commercial property in Gold Coast might be damaged by water. This might occur as a result of floods or water leakage that might not be detected at the right time. When this occurs, it is important to ensure that you do restoration within the shortest time possible. This will ensure that no more damages that might end up being costly in the long end.

Professional Water Damage Restoration Gold Coast

The best way to ensure that you get the best results is good to hire a professional water damage restoration Gold Coast company. With a professional company, you will be assured that the restoration will be done perfectly and get your property back to its normal condition. Here are some of the major benefits of working with a professional water damage restoration company in the Gold Coast.

High-level efficiency

One of the greatest advantages is that you will be assured that you will be assured of efficient services. Your project will be undertaken within the shortest time possible meaning that you will get the right solution to your problem within the right time. They have water damage restoration experts who understand how to do the restoration regardless of the extent of the damage that has occurred. The professionals also apply the right techniques that ensure the restoration is done perfectly.

Use the latest tools in the industry

Another reason why you need to work with a professional water damage restoration Gold Coast company is that they use the right tools. Some of the equipment they have is costly for you to buy or might not offer value because you do not need them often. It might be hard for you to use the tools because you do not have the right skills. By working with a company you will take advantage of the tools they have and be assured of getting the best and satisfactory results.

Possess liability insurance cover

Doing water damage restoration on the Gold Coast poses some risks. During the process, some injuries or further damage can occur. This is why it is beneficial to work with the right professional water restoration company because they have liability insurance coverage. This means that in case of such injuries or damages, you do not incur extra costs because you are covered.

To ensure that you get the above benefits, make sure that you hire the most reputable and experienced water damage restoration Gold Coast company.

Water Damage Restoration: Length of Time & Will I Need To Vacate?

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Water Damage Video Transcript

Each water damage incident is different and the time it takes to dry your home varies from job to job. Having said that, the whole cleanup and restoration process can take several days. The equipment that is used can also be very noisy. It may be inconvenient while the water damage restoration is being carried out but it doesn’t mean that you have to find another place to stay in the mean time. Sometimes the water damage is only localised to a small area and with proper equipment setup we try to minimise the impact on your home life. When the water damage is significant enough that it causes a danger to you and your family, or building materials need to be replaced, you will have to find alternative accommodation while repairs are being completed.

What should I do if I discover signs of water damage in my home?

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Video Transcript of Water Damage Question

The first step is to look out for your own safety and those inside the property. Turn off water at the main, as well as electricity and gas so there is no chance of fire or electric shock.

Try to avoid contact with the water as it may contain contaminants that should only be handled by a professional.

Calling a water damage restoration company to come out and assess the damage is your next step. If you have insurance you might be covered for water damage and the restoration required afterwards. In many cases you have the ability to select your own water damage company to come out immediately to assess the damage and start restoring your property rather than contacting the insurance company and having to wait for them to send an independent contractor to assess the damage.

You should always contact your insurance company in the event of damage to your home. However, water damage needs to be dealt with immediately as prolonging the restoration will only cause further damage. Getting a water damage restoration company involved as soon as possible will start the process immediately and many water damage companies work together with insurance companies to get your life back to normal.

How do I check for signs of water damage in my home?

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Video Transcript – The Signs Of Water Damage

Water damage is not always caused naturally, such as storm or floods, most often it’s caused by indoor plumbing failure. Even if your pipes haven’t burst there may still be a small leak somewhere that can lead to disastrous problems. The most common areas for water damage to occur are the kitchen and bathrooms, where water is frequently used.

Check your connections to washing machines, dish washers, taps and under refrigerators for any leaking.

Check, walls, floors, skirtings and inside cupboards for warping, buckling and discolouration. These are all signs of water damage that can be inside the walls, ceilings and floors.

It’s not uncommon for a shower pipe from an upstairs bathroom to leak into the floor and have the ceiling collapse on the downstairs floor because it has been saturated and eventually buckled under the weight of the water after a long period of time.

If you can also smell a damp and stale smell it may be signs of mould and should be dealt with immediately for the safety and health of all who occupy the property.

Causes & Dangers of Water Damage In Your Home

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Video Transcript

Water damage can be caused by many factors such as natural disasters and floods, or more commonly by indoor plumbing failures such as leakage and burst pipes.

When the water accumulates in an area it will soak through most materials. This can severely compromise the structural integrity of your property. Wood will expand, warp, buckle and rot. Dry walls can sag and fall apart. Saturated carpets can experience delamination, which may need to be replaced.

If water reaches electrical outlets there can be risk of electric shock or short circuiting.

On top of this, depending on how contaminated the water is it can carry bacteria, viruses, and other microbes that may create serious health problems.

Mould is also a serious issue and I highly recommend you watch our other videos on this topic to find out why mould is so dangerous and how it can be removed.

As a guide, the longer your property has been soaked in water, the more contaminants and structural damage will have occurred.

Flood Damage Restoration Tips for Your Home

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I think that flood is possibly the largest terrifying experience that any homeowner can experience; it is the result of a usual natural disaster or a plumbing failure. Homeowners are advised to watch out for the possible signs of a flood water damage to avoid incurring a lot of money during the restoration process. The places that you need to check are:

Walls-Floors soaked with moisture is a clear indication of water damage. Some floors go as far as getting cracked as water forces its way into them.

Structural foundation – if there is a crack in your foundation, water will find it way below it. This could be an indication that you building has not seen any recent water restoration exercise. The cracks should be repaired as soon as possible.

Walls and paint – a wet or water soaked wall and paint that scratches off easily is a clear reminder that you need to carry out water damage restoration to your building.

The growth of mould and mildew also indicates that your walls and floors are moist and need to be repaired.

There are a number of procedures and methods that you can follow up when you became an unfortunate victim of flood damage; these methods will help you in undertaking the flood damage repair.

In case you are in the middle of an urgent situation of a flood cleanup and you want to clean up your home as soon as possible, there is a short list of guidelines that can help you out in the cleaning process to get your home back up and running as early as possible.

The first important thing to do for flood damage restoration is to evaluate your home for safety issues in a proper manner before you re-enter your home. You can also take help from the professional flood damage restoration company by calling them so that they can evaluate the extent of the damage that has been caused to your home.

This evaluation means that your home will be subjected to checks for both structural and electrical damage. You will then be informed about the severity of the damages and the possible health concerns that you need to deal with during the whole process of flood damage restoration on your home.

When you are sure that all the important major safety concerns have been properly addressed, you can start your emergency flood damage restoration process to clean up your home. Once you are done with this, you can re-enter your home. Don’t forget to document the entire flood damage for the insurance reasons.

You can also take the pictures of your home areas that are flooded, the damaged furnishings, the repair bills and other things that you incurred along the way. Why take pictures? Because getting compensation for damage caused by natural elements like floods is at times very hard. When you have more documentation with you and the proof in the form of pictures and the bills of the flood damage restoration process, it will be very easy for you to claim reimbursement for the damage caused.

Don’t try flood damage restoration on your own and fail, let the professionals do it for you. Give South Queensland Restorations a call and your home will be restored to its former state.

Five Stages of Home Water Damage

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Water damage is a serious issue that affects both business and homeowners. Every property owner should understand that water damage does not only entail property damage, but also covers the occurrence fungal and microbial growth. This can be extremely difficult to eliminate once it occurs. Additionally, home water damage can lead to huge losses of important and irreplaceable materials. Below are five stages of water damage every home and business owner should know.

Stage 1: The Free Flow of Water

During this stage, gravity levels the water out horizontally and vertically. This causes damage to your walls, floors, ceilings and plumbing penetrations. Quick action should be taken at such an early stage to reduce the costs associated with repair and resulting cleanup. Failure to take a swift action will increase both the repair and cleanup costs.

Stage 2: Materials in Direct Contact With Water Absorb Moisture

The materials in direct contact with water absorb moisture and become saturated. The damage increases as long as the water is in contact with the wood floors, gypsum board, furniture and other documents. Some of the notable damages during this stage include swelling, cracking or warping of furniture and other hardwood materials. To mitigate further damage, quick and thorough water extraction should be done. However, the damage will be irreversible in case the materials remain wet for too long.

Stage 3: High Humidity Damage

The high humidity causes further damage on the affected property. The moisture in and on wet materials starts to evaporate, saturating the surrounding air. Materials that were previously unaffected such as books, photos and paintings get damaged. Some of the early signs of high humidity damage include ceiling sagging and condensation on walls. This damage can be mitigated by controlling the levels of humidity using high-capacity dehumidifiers.

Stage 4: High Microbial Growth

If high humidity isn’t controlled, the materials will have sufficient moisture to support the growth of microbes, fungi and other microscopic organisms. Consequently, the fungi damage will affect indoor air quality. High microbial growth can be reduced by controlling three main factors: relative humidity, air circulation and temperature. When these factors are controlled, the environment created will aid in drying back the wet materials to their initial state. Additionally, effective action taken at this stage will confine the damage to the initially affected area only.

Stage 5: Spread of Microbes and Microorganisms to Initially Unaffected Areas

Microbes and microorganisms will spread to other areas that were previously unaffected. Mold, mildew and odors among other pathogens may spread to new areas due to uncontrolled microbial growth. Air circulation systems, movement of people within the building as well as elevator movements from floor-to-floor can increase the chances of microbial spread. This stage need experienced air quality contractors and professionals who will make comprehensive plans to address the problem.

Quick and effective mitigation actions should be taken at the earliest possible stage to reduce overall restoration costs and increase the likelihood of irreplaceable items remaining in good condition. Having a great sense of urgency and being quick enough to respond to water damage cases will save you a lot of money that could have been spent to replace damaged items.

QLD storm season is well and truly here.

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With two more severe storm fronts forming in Southeast Queensland, it is obvious that the Queensland storm season is here.

The Bureau of Meteorology has recently released a warning that their radars have detected severe storms with damaging wind, heavy rainfall, and large hailstones.

It is scheduled to hit the Scenic Rim and parts of the Logan, Southern Downs and Gold Coast Council Areas.

The storms are currently moving towards the north and are said to affect Boonah and Logan Village by 3:55pm.

If you have recently been hit by a severe storm contact us about our water damage restoration services.

Batten down the hatches! Severe thunderstorm warning – Southeast Queensland

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At 2:50pm this afternoon, the Bureau of Meteorology detected a very dangerous thunderstorm on their radar north of Boonah.

The thunderstorm is moving to the northeast and is forecast to affect Peak Crossing by 3:30pm and Redbank Plains by 4pm.

If you live or work in Logan, Ipswich, Somerset, Scenic Rim, Brisbane or Moreton Bay Council Areas, prepare yourself for damaging winds, heavy rainfall, possible flash flooding and large hailstones.

Stay safe out there!

If your carpet does sustain water damage during storms and floors, don’t worry. South Queensland Restorations are experts at repairing water damaged carpet. And, we have a 24/7 emergency response team! Contact us now for a free quote.

Severe Thunder storm Warnings QLD – South East Queensland

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The Bureau of Meteorology has just released a severe thunder storm warnings in QLD.

Areas that might be affected include: Warwick, Gold Coast, Toowoomba, Brisbane, Coolangatta, Ipswich, Boonah, Beenleigh and Caboolture.

With large hailstones and damaging winds likely, Queensland Fire and Emergency Services are advising people to:

* Move your car under cover or away from trees.
* Secure loose outdoor items.
* Seek shelter, preferably indoors and never under trees.
* Avoid using the telephone during a thunderstorm.
* Beware of fallen trees and powerlines.
* For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500.

Keep up to date with the latest storm warnings on the radio or at www.bom.gov.au. And, make sure you stay safe on your drive home this afternoon.