Water damage describes a large number of possible losses caused by water intruding where it will enable attack of a material or system by destructive processes such as rotting of wood, growth, rusting of steel, de-laminating of materials such as plywood , and many, many others.
The damage may be imperceptibly slow and minor such as water spots that could eventually mar a surface, or it may be instantaneous and catastrophic such as flooding. However fast it occurs, water damage is a very major contributor to loss of property.
United Fire & Water has the resources and education to address any of these mitigating circumstances, whether it be a slow leak in a water line or hurricane damage.
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Posted 1 year, 8 months ago at 5:41 pm. Add a comment
Molds and fungi are found everywhere inside and outside, and can grow on almost any substance when moisture is present. Molds when they reproduce make spores, which can be carried by air currents. When these spores land on a moist surface that is suitable for life, they begin to grow. Molds are essential to the natural breakdown of organic materials in the environment. Mold is normally found indoors at levels that do not affect most healthy individuals. When these levels become abnormally high as determined by indoor air quality[citation needed] testing or a mold inspection, remediation is recommended to be carried out by a professional remediation company.
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Posted 1 year, 8 months ago at 5:15 pm. Add a comment
United Fire & Water Damage Restoration Inc is proud to have served both Advanced Office Systems & Pittsburgh Paints to restore their facilities after Hurricane Gustav. We were employed to remove water damaged content and structure from both sites, and to return atmospheric conditions to normal levels. The process also involved making the property water tight until permanent repairs can be made as well as drying the interior of structure. Humidity in both structures exceeded 90% and as of Sunday September 7th we now have levels in the 30% - 40% ranges. These locations will have a great chance of being open for business in the coming days.
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United Fire & Water Damage Restoration Inc. is pleased to bring you a new photo and video journal detailing restoration jobs at our Baton Rouge LA and Colorado locations. The projects covered include Catastrophic Event Response, Hurricane Clean up, Mold Remediation Projects, Fire Damage Restoration and Water Damage Restoration for both Commercial & Residential Clients, and span the course of the last 4 years. We are in the process of uploading numerous past projects, and the site is updated regularly - So be sure to check in regularly for new postings and projects!
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