Homeowner Steps for Water Damage Restoration

You could be just moved into a brand new house, or have spent years living in your current residence, but either way water damage is a very serious issue. No matter what the source is — a burst pipe, a leaky roof, water heater malfunctions, or natural disasters — it’s critical for you as a homeowner to act fast and do what you can to lessen the damage. Steamworks Cleaning & Restoration has a proactive action plan for you in case you find leaks or other water damage in your Ventura County home.

A woman discovers a leak in her roof.

Act As Soon As You Notice Signs

When you think of water damage, large puddles and full-on flooding may come to mind. But it’s important to understand signs can be much more subtle and difficult to spot. Our Ventura County experts recommend giving Steamworks Cleaning & Restoration’s 24/7 services a call if you start to notice any of these anywhere in your home:

  • Dark or wet spots on the cleaning
  • Cracking, bubbling, or flaking on the wall
  • Pooling water or puddles
  • A sudden spike in your utility/water bills
  • A damp, musty, or moldy smell

Acting as soon as your suspect something is wrong is key in order to preserve your home and prevent further damage.

Assess Location & Source Of The Water

It’s not enough to call Steamworks Cleaning & Restoration when you notice these signs; it’s also critical you investigate where the water may be coming from and what could have caused it. This will require a bit of work on your part as a homeowner, but it can save you money in the long run and prevent future disasters. If it’s rained recently and the leak is coming through the ceiling, it could be that you're in need of a new roof. If it’s a burst pipe, where exactly does the pipe run? This step in the process is important for determining where more issues may be hiding in your home.

Water damage on a home’s floor.
A woman discovers water damage in her walls.

Contact Steamworks Water Damage Restoration ASAP

You may discover water damage right when it happens or hours after the water has already pooled. It’s for the exact reason Steamworks Cleaning & Restoration here in Ventura County is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Call us immediately if you notice common signs of water damage and we’ll be able to assess the damage itself, determine where exactly it is coming from, and start the recovery process. Our commercial-grade drying equipment will help salvage any heavily water-logged areas as well as prevent dangerous mold and bacteria from growing. 

Consult With Your Insurance Company

After getting an initial look at the situation and starting preliminary treatment, always consult with your home insurance company on how to proceed. It’s possible your provider may recommend a certain water damage restoration company, but nothing can match Steamworks’ industry-leading customer service, emergency response, and individualized plans. Our experts approach every situation differently because every house is different, and we respect that one homeowner’s needs may be different than another’s.

A water-damaged floor and wall.

If you suspect your home may suffer from water damage or leaks, Steamworks Cleaning & Restoration can help you right now!

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