Water damage unfortunately happens to many people’s homes for a wide variety of reasons that often isn’t their fault. Flooding can quickly and unexpectedly destroy basements or lower level floors. Or, leaking pipes often result in a slow accumulation of damage that you may not even notice until it’s too late. However, once you do become aware that a part of your home has been damaged by water, it is important that you try to fix the situation as soon as possible. There are several reasons for this. 

Health Issues for Residents

Having water in your home doesn’t just stop at some inconvenient dampness. It also provides a dangerous breeding ground for mold that can be dangerous for your health. Exposure to certain molds can be uncomfortable at best: You may have allergy-like symptoms such as a cough or the feeling that your eyes are more irritated than usual. Black mold poisoning, however, runs a much more serious risk to your long-term health. It can result in a range of symptoms that may include vision loss, constant fatigue, cognitive problems, and more. Because of this, living in a wet, moldy environment is more than just a smelly inconvenience: It needs to be addressed right away to prevent further issues that might permanently impact your life and physical wellbeing. 

Costly Damage to the House 

Constant dampness can also affect more than just the living people in the structure. Having water always all over the place can cause lasting damage to your home that, at best, will be costly to repair and, at worst, could cause structural damage that will put you in danger. When water is exposed to wood for long periods, it will begin to rot. It could also cause other structures to rust, making them less likely to stand the test of time. You should do your best to protect your home from this kind of damage as much as possible so that it can protect you and other occupants.

Damaging Resale Value 

Would you purchase a home that smells of mold, has visible water damage, and in which you suspect that the building’s structure is compromised from not being properly taken care of? We certainly wouldn’t! If you own your home and intend to resell, it is best to take care of it so that you will get the most money possible when that time comes. 

 Here at ABH Services, we want to do everything we can to help you get your home into the best shape it can be, for the sake of your physical and financial safety, as well as your overall well being. We understand that issues like flooding need to be fixed right away, so we will respond quickly and efficiently to remove all water and water damage from your home, keeping it as safe and dry as possible. Call us at 781-941-2422 or message us on Facebook.