Hardwood Floor Water Damage
Water-damaged hardwood floors can often be saved with fast professional drying. Calling within 6-12 hours maximizes salvage chances. Waiting days guarantees warping, cupping, and replacement costs of $8-15 per square foot.
17|Cupping and Crowning
18|Hardwood absorbs water and expands, creating cupped (edges higher than center) or crowned (center higher than edges) boards. Minor cupping reverses with proper drying. Severe cupping requires sanding after drying.
19|Fast Extraction Critical
20|First 24 hours determine hardwood fate. We use specialized wood floor drying equipment — drying mats that pull moisture from beneath flooring, injects air between floorboards. This targeted approach saves floors other companies would replace.
21|When Replacement Is Needed
22|Sewage contamination requires removal regardless of damage extent. Flooding exceeding 48 hours usually causes irreversible damage. Floors already deteriorated before flooding rarely survive.
23|Prevention Tips
24|Clean spills immediately. Use rugs near sinks and water sources. Maintain consistent indoor humidity (40-60%). Fix leaks fast.
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