Why All Water Damage Events are "Emergencies”

Water Damage Events:

• Affect one million buildings each year
• Account for 70% of all property claims
• Are the most destructive indoor peril
• Support microbial growth
• Produce increasing damage over time.

Damage That Occurs within Hours

• Furniture legs delaminate and swell
• Wood finishes begin to bleed
• Drywall swells and softens
• Non-colorfast fabrics begin to bleed
• Bacterial odor may become apparent
• Metals begin to tarnish
• Upholstered furniture/drapes water stain

Damage That Occurs within Days

• Musty odor
• Severe warping of wood
• Permanent damage to metals
• Paint blistering
• Plaster begins to dissolve
• Wall coverings release
• Wood structure begins to swell/warp

Damage That Occurs within Weeks

• Mold destroys organic materials
• Wood components warp and split
• Claim costs escalate
• Major repairs and reconstruction will be necessary