Structural Water Damage in North and South Carolina

Visible signs of water damage that include warped floors, cracked walls, and musty odors are often just the tip of the iceberg. Beneath surfaces, wet framing and mold growth may be weakening structural areas and materials by the hour. Ignoring these signs leads to rapidly spreading damage and skyrocketing repair costs.

RestorePro Reconstruction tackles structural water damage deterioration in its tracks. We assist homeowners and businesses across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. We sources of water damage, remove hidden moisture, and fully dry properties. Secure your investment before it’s too late. Call or contact us online to schedule our structural water damage restoration services.

How to Find Water Damage Early in Homes or Businesses

It is important to catch water damage fast. Look for these clues in your home or business. Call us right away if you see any of these signs after a leak or flood.

• Uneven Floors: If your wood or laminate floor lifts up or feels bumpy, water damage can be present.
• Drooping Ceilings: A bulging ceiling is a sure sign of water damage. Falling debris or ceiling material failure can occur.
• Cracked Foundations: New or growing cracks can mean water is moving the ground under your property.
• Soft Walls: Touch your walls. If the drywall feels soft or breaks easily, it's time for professional help.
• Sticking Doors: Moisture or foundation issues move door frames, making them hard to open or close.
• Foul Odors: Damp, foul air can indicate hidden water or mold growth in your walls.
• Baseboard Mold: Mold where floors and walls meet signal water damage that can be old or lingering. Leaks, humidity, or ventilation issues could be present.
• Brown Spots: Yellow or brown spots on walls and ceilings indicate water soaking through building materials.

• Water soaks into unseen places. By the time you find it, it often ruins many materials.
• Wet wood rots, and wet metal rusts. This harms your property's overall stability.
• Wet areas can lead to mold grow quickly. Air quality and structural damage can result, making cleanup more difficult.
• Severe structural damage is costly with walls, floors and more being torn out and rebuilt.
• Old structural damage can lead to rot, instability, various hazards. More involved reconstruction can become necessary.
• Filing insurance claims for older damage can be more difficult with coverage exceptions and out-of-pocket repair costs.

Mold Growth Means Structural Issues

Mold is often a sign of a bigger water problem. If you see mold, it usually means water is soaking into your wood, drywall, or insulation. Trapped water makes wood rot and change shape over time. If you do not fix it, water and mold structural damage can take a toll. RestorePro Reconstruction can help. We offer expert services to remove mold and fix the water damage for good.