How to prevent water damage, mold after pipes burst

5/20/2021 (Permalink)

First, if you detect a leak, you need to turn off the water supply immediately then call a plumber. 

According to the Insurance Council of Texas, most home insurance policies cover unexpected burst pipes and the resulted water damage. That’s why it’s important you document everything. Take pictures of the damage and keep receipts of expenses to fix it and clean up.

Mold can start growing in one day, so you don’t want to let water sit.

According to the Texas Department of Insurance, here is how you prevent mold:

• Stop the water flow as soon as you can.
• Dry the area immediately. Mold can start growing in one day.
• Move wet items to a dry room or an area with fresh air.
• Pull up wet carpets, padding, and rugs.
• If you can’t dry the area yourself, use a service that specializes in cleaning up water damage.

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