Largo Homeowners Consider Tankless Water Heaters to Avoid Water Damage

4/5/2023 (Permalink)

Water damage can happen very quickly and often without any warning. Contact SERVPRO right away after damage for the best results.

SERVPRO Techs Handle Large Scale Water Cleanup Jobs in Largo Properties

A water heater in a Largo property lasts for eight to twelve years in service on average. Most tanks fail in two ways; the first is through a slow leak. The second way is a sudden failure of the containment resulting in tens of gallons of water suddenly getting dumped within the home. Even if the water gets shut off at the main, the water spreads throughout the area once the tank opens. SERVPRO technicians use specific devices depending on the surface getting scoped to determine the migration path of the water.

Why is the Migration Path Important During Water Cleanup?

Something as small as tracking water damage within a Largo structure can significantly impact the water damage mitigation service outcome. If moisture gets left behind, it can cause issues from softened sheetrock from wicking to creating a perfect environment that invites mold growth. SERVPRO technicians bring multiple types of equipment to water restoration services to locate the accurate scale of the water removal needed, such as:

• Moisture sensors
• Moisture meters
• Thermo hygrometers
• Infrared cameras

Common Areas Water Damage Collects After a Water Tank Failure

The average size water heater is around thirty gallons. Many homes have larger sizes to accommodate multiple residents and extended showers. When that amount of water leaves the tank, it typically spreads and runs down, creating issues such as:

• Water damage to floor joists or the subfloor
• Foundation harm
• Ruining the adhesion of glue-down tile and carpet

Can Homeowners Avoid Water Damage With Tankless Water Heaters?

The perks of a tankless water heater for a homeowner are many. These appliances do not require a tank to hold and heat water which lessens the chances of a large amount of water getting discharged within the property. Additionally, there's no waiting for the water to heat up for use, and it arrives hot out of the tap. Best of all, these appliances are energy-savers and use up to 50% less energy to provide hot water to the home than traditional tank heaters.

SERVPRO Techs Have Comprehensive Training in Water Removal

The ongoing education and many IICRC certifications SERVPRO techs hold can directly affect the damage from a water heater failure. The team may need to call upon their training as Applied Structural Drying Technicians, Floor Care Tech, Carpet Repair, Reinstallation, and Water Damage Restoration Tech credentials.

At the root level, the science shows the less time the water remains within the structure, the less harm it can do. SERVPRO technicians find and perform water removal using a diverse array of equipment depending on the amount of water that requires extraction.

Special Areas of Consideration During Water Mitigation

The flooring tends to take a beating after a water heater incident. Our SERVPRO techs work quickly to extract the moisture to stop the deterioration of carpet, area rugs, and hardwood floorboards. There can be wet printed materials such as newspapers and magazines bleeding ink onto damp surfaces. In many cases, the techs can remove the staining through various methods using their cleaning agents. Laminate flooring often does not fare well after exposure to this amount of water damage. The materials in the boards' core react badly to excessive moisture and get ruined rapidly.

Calling SERVPRO of Largo at (727) 586-0060 when local Largo property owners need water removal in their homes is the right choice. The technicians stand ready 24/7 with their professional equipment to make the damage "Like it never even happened."