Window and Skylight Leak Storm Damage Requires Fast Cleanup

1/11/2022 (Permalink)

Skylights eventually leak causing water damage to Raleigh homes. SERVPRO has skilled techs to mitigate the storm damage as depicted in this Photo

SERVPRO Storm Damage Cleanup Crews Restore Raleigh Residential Structures

According to some estimates, window water damage can account for almost 25 percent of moisture found on and inside walls. All it takes is a small amount of degradation of the framing or seals to allow water into a property. Skylights, meanwhile, can impact roof ventilation and introduce condensation into a given room, especially during rainy and wintery weather, which can also affect the seals on these structures.

Raleigh SERVPRO storm damage cleanup professionals use sophisticated technologies to root out weather-related water damage in a structure and return the affected property to a pre-damage state. Whether the culprit is a leaky window or a damaged roof, SERVPRO tools and technologies are tailored to many mitigation scenarios.

How SERVPRO Dries Storm Water Damage Leaks in Windows

Water damage technicians can remediate home water damage leaks in windows with extraction tools, careful demolition of drywall where necessary, and structural drying equipment. Air movers and dehumidification units work in tandem after moisture extraction to return surfaces to appropriate moisture levels.

Exterior wall insulation can be temporarily removed, dried on-site, and replaced if it is made from fiberglass. Porous, biodegradable materials like cellulose or cotton are more likely to require replacement after window leaks seep into wall cavities, even if a vapor barrier is present. Technicians can take similar steps with skylight water leaks.

SERVPRO handles additional services after storm damage, such as roof tarping, window board-ups, and other temporary repairs that may prove necessary for the restoration process. Unsalvageable baseboards, windows, and sheetrock can be removed, replaced, and repainted to return the affected property to a pre-damage condition.

Homeowners can contact SERVPRO of South Cary / Apex at (919) 615-1160 for mitigation and restoration from highly-trained technicians.