What happens to carpeting when subject to water damage conditions?
If excess water is not removed within 24 hours carpeting will begin a process called delamination in which the latex that holds the carpet fibers to the net like backing begins to break down, resulting in the two layers separating and making it difficult if not impossible to reinstall. In such cases the cost of treatment of the situation is increased by the carpet having to be replaced. Also if water is left standing, or even if the carpeting is damp, bacteria and mold will set in quickly causing a health hazard. Early and effective treatment can save valuable carpeting from be being damaged as well as keeping problems like mold, mildew and bacteria from ever developing. How is Water Damage treated? First the source of the water must be stopped to eliminate any further buildup of water. Then all excess water will be extracted from the carpeting and padding to limit the damage and aid in drying out the carpeting and floors. The carpeting will be taken up and the padding underneath remov
