Unless you’re an arborist or into restoring old wooden boats, water and wood usually don’t mix well. Hardwood flooring, cabinets, framing, and other porous components of the home, after being exposed to water, will begin to absorb moisture and swell. If left untreated, the damage can be irreversible. Even a small leak, gone unnoticed, can cause significant damage from rotting and mold growth. A recent article describes one of the worst case scenarios of this.

Immediate action to fix the cause of the leak is always the first step, followed by repairing the damages. If water damage is not immediately present, then make sure to keep a lookout for the following:

Signs of Hidden Water Damage

• Musty Odors
• Concentration of ants in the home
• Mold growth
• Water staining around doors and windows.

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How to Cleanup After Hoarding

   Cleaning up after hoarding can seem like an overwhelming task. In our experience, the most successful results come from the help and support provided by family and friends. Flood Fighters has helped dozens in our community with hoarding cleanup and we know there are many more that need help. According to a recent news article, there are an estimated 4,000 members of the Grand Traverse County community who struggle with hoarding.

   Over the last few years, Flood Fighters has worked closely with Traverse Bay Area Task Force on Hoarding with the goals of providing solutions to those in need as well as raising community awareness. If you or a loved one are looking for help with cleaning up from hoarding, we would encourage you to contact us by email or call us at 231-922-0600.

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