Signs of Ceiling Damage in Your Home

 

Has your ceiling become damaged from water leaks, structural issues, or other causes? Choose Poseidon Restoration, your trusted water mitigation experts in Western Washington. At Poseidon, there is no need to worry. Skilled technicians are available onsite to assess the damage to your home, implement repair solutions that are specific to your home, and bring your ceiling back to life. 

Ceiling damage is devastating and overwhelming, but with Poseidon, your ceiling will be repaired and in stronger condition in no time. 

At Poseidon, we take five steps to ensure your ceiling is in the best condition it can be. 

Assess Damage

Contain and Repair Damage Source

Remove Damaged Material

Replace Ceiling

Repair and Restore

The cause of ceiling damage can be a plethora of factors, from plumbing issues to a leaking roof. Below are the most common causes of ceiling damage that you should always be on the lookout for. 

 

Hidden Water Leaks

Look out for peeling paint, sagging ceilings, and stains on your ceiling. You most likely have hidden water leaks within your ceiling, and water could be trapped on top of the drywall. 

 

Ceiling Stains

The presence of moisture and humidity in your ceiling can be easy to spot by checking your ceiling for stains. Excess moisture is a threat most commonly found in kitchens and bathrooms, so never forget to double-check those spots in your home. These stains can be different colors, no matter the color; always get the stain checked out. 

 

Ceiling Cracks

If your ceiling has cracks, this may mean there are problems with the structure of your home. A wall stud may be damaged, which can result in intense damage to your ceiling. These cracks can be straight lines or spiderweb-shaped lines. 

 

Poseidon Restoration is skilled in restoring the state of your property. Whether it has cracks, stains, or a sagging ceiling, we have your home covered!

 

3 Steps to Take After Flood Damage: A Complete Restoration Guide

Flooding costs the U.S. between $179.8 to $496 billion annually. And with the increasing occurrence of floods, particularly in coastal areas, homeowners are more likely than ever to experience a life-changing flood. Like with other natural disasters, a flood is impossible to prevent. With this in mind, we’ve created this guide to walk homeowners through the steps they should take after they experience flooding. 

 

1. Ensure Safety First

When you know a flood or heavy rain is headed your way, it is smart to turn off all your utilities. A large hazard in flooding is dangerous energetic currents and the toxic chemicals in the water. Do your part to protect the environment, yourself, and your neighbors by turning off your electricity, gas, and water supply. 

Avoid the water at all costs. Typical sealants and protections in place for preventing spilling are void in floods where pipes are damaged, and parts are submerged. This usually leads to dangerous contaminants in the floodwater, such as sewage, chemicals and bacteria. 

Evacuate your home. It may be tempting to stay with all your belongings, but the best thing you can do for your safety is to leave immediately if your county announces potential flooding in the area. Once the flooding occurs, the chances of you being able to leave easily decrease drastically.  

2. Document the Damage

Once the flooding has ended and you are cleared to return to your home, document all of the damages. This applies to everything from structural damage, furniture and personal belongings. Make a detailed list of your damaged items. This will be extremely helpful when dealing with insurance so that you can be fully reimbursed for your damages. After documentation, contact your insurance. 

At Poseidon Restoration, we work directly with your insurance company to cover the costs of the damage restoration.   

3. Call a Professional Restoration Company

If you had any sort of flooding in your home, it is crucial to contact a professional restoration company. Even an inch of water could have damaged the structural integrity of the walls and created the perfect habitat for mold growth. 

Poseidon Restoration offers flood, fire, mold, and water damage restoration services for the greater Seattle area. Our team is highly experienced in removing standing water with state-of-the-art machinery, preventing mold growth, and restoring any and all damages to your home.