What Should Homeowners Do About a Wet and Sagging Ceiling?

10/10/2020 (Permalink)

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It can be frustrating and daunting to find a sagging, water-damaged ceiling on your Toms River property. Homeowners can expect to pay between $400 and $1,200 on average to fix these damages. However, those costs can skyrocket to anywhere between $2,000 and $8,000 for extensive structural damage if left unchecked. The average price of ceiling repair is approximately $50 to $100 per square foot.

SERVPRO is available day and night to provide water removal services for homeowners in Toms River. This firm coordinates with both you and your insurance adjuster to ensure that claims are filed quickly and easily on your behalf. Your local SERVPRO is also licensed to provide general contracting services for more thorough restoration after removing water damage from your property (license #13VH04999700).

How Do SERVPRO Tools Accelerate the Restoration Process?

Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC)-accredited technicians at SERVPRO are not only trained to adhere to restoration industry guidelines. They also receive extensive training and education in using both sophisticated technologies and tried-and-true techniques for home disaster mitigation. These tools include the following:

• Sophisticated moisture measurement technologies, such as calibrated sensors and meters, and thermal imaging, help establish structural drying goals and determine water damage locations behind walls, above ceilings, and under floors.
• Industrial-grade air movement equipment, including centrifugal air movers and ventilation box fans, which
• OSHA approved cleaning solutions that aid in the remediation of microbes and unpleasant odors from water damage.
• Odor control modalities that address a variety of sources, including pet odors, water damage, and mold.
• Moisture extraction tools, like extraction wands and truck-mounted units, make the structural drying process hundreds of times more efficient.

What Are the Causes and Signs of Ceiling Water Damage?

There are many ways that ceiling water damage can befall a Toms River home, including the following:

• Pipe leaks and burst pipes.
• Appliance leaks in upstairs rooms or attics, including the HVAC system.
• Bathroom leaks or waterproofing failures.
• Refrigerator or dishwasher leaks.
• Washing machine failures.

Finding the source of leaks and mitigating the water damage is a highly involved process that requires specific tools to accomplish. Homeowners are advised to contact a trusted restoration firm for your mitigation and restoration needs. SERVPRO performs this service 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays, to minimize structure and contents damage and microbial growth resulting from moisture exposure.

What Should Homeowners Do If They Notice Their Ceiling Is Sagging?

Toms River homeowners with sagging ceilings should go through these steps to quickly remediate damage to their home:

• Stabilize the leaking area of the ceiling. Move the contents of your home away from the leakage area where possible. Catch the water with a bucket or other deep, nonporous container. Consider adding a tarp to prevent damage to your carpet.
• Locate and identify leaks causing the sagging. This process can be challenging because water damage can manifest quite a ways away from the leak source. Porous materials like drywall can absorb significant amounts of moisture. If you are concerned about a leak, look for the following common signs of water leaks in your home:
• Missing caulk
• Broken or cracked pipes
• Leaky drains or supply lines

If you are unsure of the source of the leak, shut off your water main and contact a licensed plumber. Keep any documentation you receive from repair professionals for your insurance claim

• Contact a restoration team as quickly as possible for mitigation. Restoration technicians like those at SERVPRO receive extensive training in structural water damage cleanup and drying. Other services rendered include odor control, sanitation with EPA-registered biocides, and mold remediation that can improve the safety and indoor air quality of your property.

Do SERVPRO Structural Drying Tools Work for Ceilings As Well?

SERVPRO tools do accomplish structural drying for water-affected ceilings. This process typically involves removing the drywall that is sagging so that technicians can replace it with a fresh installation after repairing the damage. Depending on the leak’s location, partial removal of drywall may also be necessary to circulate air from air movers above the ceiling or underneath the subfloor above the leak. This process also allows dehumidifiers to capture moist air and eliminate it from the property.

SERVPRO of Toms River keeps disaster-affected homes looking, “Like it never even happened.” Call (732) 349-9898 to begin the mitigation and restoration process at any time of the day or night.