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Water Damage and Advanced Drying Techniques

Remove Baseboards and Drill Holes in Drywall

The primary ingredient in drywall is generally gypsum, which will absorb water like a sponge. Even if you only have a few inches of standing water, the drywall can absorb water well up into the walls, where you won't notice it until the drywall dries and warps. To avoid water damage, it is important for air to circulate up into the walls for proper drying. By drilling large holes in the drywall behind the baseboards, the holes will be covered when you replace the baseboards.

When engaging in flood mitigation and water damage cleanup, speed is of the utmost importance. The faster standing water is extracted and warm air is circulating, the less likely you are to experience long-term damage in your home or office.

When your Bear home has water damage from flooding or leaks, you need the company that can respond immediately and has the expertise and equipment to properly restore your property. SERVPRO of Bear/New Castle, DE uses advanced water damage inspection and extraction equipment to help them find the moisture and to remove it as quickly as possible. Our highly trained technicians will monitor and document the drying process so that you know your property is back to normal.

Please refer to our Water Damage Tips—Until Help Arrives Guide and follow these tips to protect yourself and your property.

Have Water or Flood Damage? Call SERVPRO of Bear/New Castle, DE Today – (302) 392-6000