The Citizen, 2016-10-27, Page 17THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2016. PAGE 17.
Water damage can lead to costly, avoidable renovations
Water damage
Water damage can cause all manner of problems in a home from minor aesthetic problems
to complete renovations of floors, walls and fixtures around the problem. Preventing water
damage is as much about being prepared as it is noticing when something is wrong. Whether
it's spongy wood, discolouration or a slight odour, early detection is key. (Ms photo)
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infiltrating the wood during storms.
Baseboards and molding that is
dilapidated or beginning to
deteriorate may also indicate water
damage.
• Buckled drywall or wood:
Drywall or wood that is buckled or
beginning to buckle is another
potential indicator of water damage.
Drywall buckles when it gets wet,
and that is often a sign that there is a
leak behind the drywall. Severely
buckled drywall will feel as if it has
ridges. Wood also buckles when it is
exposed to excess moisture, and this
can usually be felt when walking on
the wood barefoot or in socks.
• Odour: Sometimes water
damage is best detected by the smell
test. Homeowners who notice the
smell of mold or mildew in rooms
that previously never emanated such
odours might have homes that are in
the early stages of water problems.
The water damage might be behind
the walls, where mold is beginning
to form thanks to water damage.
Older homes tend to be musty, but
call in a professional if you notice
that mustiness is more pungent than
usual.
Water damage is a potentially
costly problem, especially if it goes
unnoticed for months, or even years.
Homeowners and prospective home
buyers should be on the lookout for
signs of water damage before
problems escalate and require
expensive repairs.
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