• Immediate Response 24/7

When there is structural damage to the exterior of a house, it is imperative to act quickly to contain the damage and secure the area. Secondary damage caused by slow response adds up quickly. Our emergency teams can be on-site immediately to protect a home or business from wind, rain, or vandalism.

 

---The Water Contamination Time Clock---

Within Minutes-Contaminated On Non Contaminated water is absorbed into carpet, plaster , soft furnishings, and generally absorbs into fibrous materials.
Within Hours-Wicking of end grain and non sealed\painted surfaces e.g. furniture legs, kick boards, open grains and general swelling of man made timber. Total saturation of underlay. Deterioration of adhesive to hard flooring e.g. vinyl, parquetry, tiles etc. Relative humidity rises, giving birth to fungal and bacterial organisms.
Within Weeks-Restoration capabilities are diminished, heavy loss is experienced. Bacteria, fungi and Allergen spores germinate. Odor penetrates surfaces requiring removal and replacement. Restoration capabilities are minimal.


---The Smoke Contamination Time Clock---

Within Minutes-Acid soot residues cause plastics to yellow; small appliances located close to the source of combustion discolor; highly porous materials (marble, alabaster) discolor permanently.
Within Hours-Acid residues stain grout in bathrooms and fiberglass fixtures yellow; metals tarnish, counter tops may yellow; finishes on appliances, particularly refrigerators which extend into the heat line, will yellow; furniture finishes may discolor.
Within Days-In time, acid residues cause painted walls to yellow permanently, metal corrodes, pits and rusts; wood furniture requires refinishing, linoleum requires refinishing or replacing; clothing becomes soot stained; upholstery stains permanently.
Within Weeks-Durable carpet fibers may yellow or discolor permanently; silver plate is corroded permanently; glass crystal, china may require replacement due to severe etching and pitting caused by prolonged exposure to acid soot residues. Restoration costs escalate tremendously!

Emergency Services 24/7:

Call: (714) 936-3716
Email: Emergency@TodaysConstruction.com