Water Damage

Water damage often occurs from heavy rain, resulting in flooding into buildings, roof leaks, or pipe failure due to wear and tear, reduced maintenance and upkeep, and pipes bursting after freezing. Intruding water leads to processes such as rotting of wood, the growth of molds, rusting of steel, de-laminating of materials such as plywood, swollen installation, and water damage to floors, walls, carpets, furniture, and equipment amongst many others.

The South Florida Contracting Services cares for you and your property against water damage. Therefore, fast action needs to be taken to prevent and mitigate additional damage and costs that can be caused by water damage by:

1. Regular inspection of your property;

• Inspect foundations and exterior walls looking for cracks where water can gain access to your building
• Check plumbing fixtures, paying attention to leaking fixtures, dripping and deteriorating pipes, clogged drains, and broken water-drainage systems.
• Check your water pressure
• Clean your gutters at least twice a year to avoid blockage and ice dams. Standing water can cause damage to your gutters and roof, and unmanaged overflow may create puddles that could damage your foundation and the wall of the building. Moreover, clean downspouts to ensure water can flow through as you secure downspouts so that they point away from home.
• Check for water stains in the interior walls and ceiling to identify and correct any possible leaks.
• Inspect windows for signs of leaking as well as the weather stripping to ensure it is intact and provides a protective seal.
• Inspect the roof and the exhaust vents to make sure they are in good condition.
• Maintain trees and vegetation to avoid their roots wrapping around your pipes and breaking them.
• With the assistance of a license, contractors inspect your sprinkler systems, water heaters, and plumbing to ensure the systems are working correctly and there are no defects