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jerryjacson1 · 12-11-2009, 02:04 AM

Anyone can help me to find out the what is the basic tips and way to repair the water damage in houses?

jimboburnsy · 12-11-2009, 03:28 PM

A lot of different kinds of water damage. Can you give us any specifics?

Cornerguy1 · 12-11-2009, 11:54 PM

As mentioned, a lot of this depends on the extent of damage and the type of material(s) affected.

There is one common starting point, however: Properly fix the source of the water intrusion.

Raine Carraway · 12-13-2009, 09:49 AM

Again, details would help [where is the damage, and what type of material is damaged - roof, floor, walls, sheetrock, wood, carpet, etc?].

That said, the basics are fix the leak, dry the area thoroughly, and remove/replace any damaged materials as soon as possible, making sure you kill and stop any mold or mildew caused by the water.

jerryjacson · 12-23-2009, 02:54 AM

There is a damage from the rainflood.My house floor is covered with mold.

Poltracker · 12-23-2009, 05:44 AM

You don't say how deep it got, but I'm going to assume it was below the electrical outlets.
Step 1: Notify your insurance company (if you have flood insurance).
Step 2: Remove any wet carpeting and padding
Step 3: a. Remove any soggy drywall to a point at least 6 inches above the wet point
b. Check the bottoms of any cabinetry for damage
c. Remove any warped or bowed hardwood flooring
Step 4: Let it dry out or help it all dry out
Step 5: Begin repairs
It all really depends on how your house is constructed, the appointments, how deep the water got, and how long it took you to start the clean up.

K'ledgeBldr · 12-23-2009, 09:27 AM

Who we talkin' too?

"jerryjacson1" or "jerryjacson"? Do you really need two user names!?

If you have too ask the questions- you're probably in way over your head.

bowintlrain · 05-03-2013, 07:31 AM

Check all the water connections in your house on a regular basis for signs of leaks. Corrosion on copper pipes is a good indication something is wrong, additionally look for stains and mineral deposits on the bottom of cupboards under the skins or around the base of washers and water heaters.

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