Unfortunately, flooding from a broken water heater is all too common. Chances are, your water heater is stored in your basement or somewhere similar. As water flows from high ground to low ground, you will find that this can quickly start to cause problems such as the weakening of support beams and the rotting of sheetrock. You may be wondering how much it costs to restore water damage caused by broken water heaters. The answer is that it depends on several factors, which we will list out in this article.
Amount of Water
One important consideration will be the depth of water that has been allowed to flood your basement. Generally speaking, the more water there is, the more time and effort will have to be put into removing it. In addition, symptoms of water damage such as mold growth will also be more severe.
Type of Water and Length of Time
You may already have heard of this, but there are three different categories of water damage which comes with increasingly serious consequences for health and safety. They are:
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Category 1: Clean water that poses no health concerns typically come from leaks and broken pipes. This water can be removed easily by resolving the source of the problem, draining out the floodwater and drying the area.
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Category 2: Category 2 water poses minor health risks and includes gray water from appliances such as dishwashers and washing machines. As they contain traces of detergent, dishwashing liquids and other chemicals, any traces that are left behind have to be gotten rid of thoroughly.
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Category 3: This is the most serious kind of water damage and includes water that has backed up from sewage and rivers. Toxic contaminants are present in this type of water, which makes it necessary for the affected area to be completely disinfected.
Another factor to consider is how long the water has been sitting around. The longer it has been there, the more likely it has penetrated the walls, beams and supports and caused further damage.
Size of Affected Area and Sustained Damage
Most water damage restoration companies will charge by the square footage of the affected area. If the problem is only water and moisture, it can easily be drained out and dried. However, if mold has had the chance to grow and the integrity of structural materials has been compromised, you can expect to pay more to get them repaired or replaced.
Hire Water Damage Restoration Professionals from Provision
If your property has experienced water damage as a result of broken water heaters, do not hesitate to contact a water damage restoration professional immediately. If you allow the problem to fester, sustained damage can occur, which will end up costing you more out of pocket. Our team at Provision has the necessary expertise, equipment and experience to eradicate the problem at its root and prevent future water damage from occurring.
If you require water damage restoration services, feel free to contact us at Provision today. Alternatively, you can call us at 678-383-0889.
