What Elements of Whitestown Attics Become Flood-Damaged?

4/19/2022 (Permalink)

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Fast Mitigation Dries Flood Damage in Whitestown Home's Attic Space

Flooding can happen in many forms, including damage to the roof that allows water penetration to the attic space. Mitigation of these loss events requires fast and deliberate action, which includes:

• Drying
• Bulk Material Removal
• Cleanup
• Repairs

Roof Materials

Because the roof acts as a penetration point for flood damage in Whitestown homes, elements for the construction of this roofing system are at risk for deterioration, degradation, and mold damage. The longer that roof vulnerabilities go unrepaired, the more extreme potential flood damage becomes with new storm systems. With a general contractor license, we complete temporary repairs like tarping and permanent build-back services at the appropriate time.

Flooring or Ceiling Framework

Depending on how your attic is used, you might have a complete floor in this space or rafters that the ceiling system for the floor below uses. Water damage affects both structural elements similarly, as they are both wood planks. A floor slows the progression of moisture migration to the lower living space. However, drying mats and air movers are still vital elements to remove water damage where controlled demolition is not deemed necessary.

Insulation

The attic is where sheets or rolled-out mats of insulation are installed to prevent heat or cool air loss as the season's change. This material can become quickly oversaturated and heavy, pulling away from the roofing materials and heaping on the floor in a sopping pile. We use insulation vacuums, shoveling, and elbow grease to remove insulation rather than attempting to dry the damage. New material is replaced when structure drying completes.

The attic can be heavily damaged by floodwater intrusion from the roof, which typically results in the need for removing exposed elements and building back the damaged portions. As leading storm response professionals, homeowners look to SERVPRO of Hamblen County to help when disasters strike. Call now at (423) 318-6733.