What to Do if Your Home for Sale Suffers Water Damage

Water damage to a home up for sale could be catastrophic for the seller. If not taken care of right away, buyers could renege on the purchase and sale agreement and prospective new buyers wouldn’t be interested until the home is restored to “like new.”

Causes of Water Damage

Causes of water damage to a home can vary. Of course, floods, heavy snow, and heavy rain are among them, as well as leaky dishwashers, clogged toilets, broken pipes, broken dishwasher hoses, overflowing washing machines, leaky roofs, plumbing leaks, and foundation cracks.

Health Issues Associated with Water Damage

It’s crucial to take care of water damage as soon as possible as the repercussions can be costly and long-lasting. Today’s buyers are savvy about health issues associated with water damage. They know that moisture promotes the growth of mold and other organisms, increasing the risk for serious health problems.

Mold exposure can increase the symptoms of allergy and asthma, and increase the risk for respiratory diseases and other medical problems, especially in children, the elderly, and people with compromised immune systems. Prompt cleanup can help minimize the health effects of water damage on everyone in the home—and keep potential buyers coming.

What to Do in a Water Damage Situation

When confronted with a water damage situation, it’s important to call a professional, licensed, and experienced water damage restoration specialist. Someone who is experienced in:

* Cleanup

* Drying

* Mold Testing and Remediation