Look For These Signs of Water Damage in Your Commercial Building

2/4/2021 (Permalink)

Commercial water damage can be problematic because you need to stop business to get the issue rectified. Once you notice the first signs of water damage, call SERVPRO of Southeast El Paso as soon as possible. 

If you start to see bulging, spalling, or cracking these are signs of an exterior leak. Once water has leaked past the mortar joints, it can wear away at the masonry. After water has begun corroding the steel beneath, this damage will become much worse as a result of rust jacking.

If you see rust, chances are you missed the intial water infiltration. Rust can often be seen in concrete structures because of its light color.  Water is causing the corrosion of the steel, which leaves a stain on the masonry surface.

If the water damage has crept its way inside, you will start to notice mold and a musty odor. Mold can spread quickly and can cause health problems for your employees or customers.

Other interior signs that can tip you off to a water leak are staining on interior walls and ceilings. Drywall may begin to crack and wallpaper can begin to peel while the water is saturating your area. Ceiling tiles can also get bubbles or rust stains.

At SERVPRO of Southeast El Paso, we help restore and rehabilitate your commercial properties. Even if water damage does happen we can always make it "Like it never even happened."