Rapid Emergency Response Time in Nashville

11/15/2021 (Permalink)

Faster to any size disaster.

When a disaster hits, every minute counts.  SERVPRO of Allegan / Barry County and SERVPRO of Van Buren County have been restoring homes and commercial buildings for years in the Nashville area.  Our fast emergency response time is critical to minimizing the potential for further damage.  The following is a water damage timeline that describes the damage that water can do in a short period of time.

Within Minutes:

• Water quickly spreads throughout your property, saturating everything in its path.
• Water is absorbed into walls, floors, upholstery, and belongings.
• Furniture finishes may bleed, causing permanent staining on carpets.
• Photographs, books, and other papers goods start to swell and warp.

Hours 1 - 24:

• Drywall begins to swell and break down.
• Metal surfaces begin to tarnish.
• Furniture begins to swell and crack.
• Dyes and inks from cloth and paper goods spread and stain.
• A musty odor appears.

48 Hours to 1 Week:

• Mold and mildew may grow and spread.
• Doors, windows, and studs swell and warp.
• Metal begins to rust and corrode.
• Furniture warps and shows signs of mold.
• Paint begins to blister.
• Wood flooring swells and warps.
• Serious biohazard contamination is possible.

More Than 1 Week:

• Restoration time and cost increase dramatically; replacing contaminated materials and structural rebuilding may be extensive.
• Structural safety, mold growth, and biohazard contaminants pose serious risks to occupants.

When your Nashville home or business needs emergency restoration services, SERVPRO of Allegan / Barry County and SERVPRO of Van Buren County are Here to Help® 24/7/365, 269-686-0664