Water Damage from a Foundation Leak or Window Leak

Do you have an unfinished basement and notice puddles on the floor from time to time?

Have you noticed your carpets wet under windows?

Either of these can be from a very common source, a foundation leak or a window leak. Both of these fall under the category of “Seepage”. Seepage is when water from the outside enters your property through cracks or leaks in the buildup of your home. They can be persistent and cause lots of headache and in extreme cases, can cause major flooded that can leave you thousands of dollars out of pocket.

If you are experience seepage from either a foundation leak or window leak, rest assured, there is a company that can help! Canada’s Restoration Services is Toronto & GTA’s #1 Water Damage Restoration Company. The longer these are left, the more damages and secondary damages can occur. Now is the time to act.

Basement Cracks and Waterproofing

There are many homes and properties in Toronto and surrounding areas, which have small, unfinished basements. If these properties are not properly maintained, a foundation problem will be inevitable. With age, the home starts to deteriorate and cracks will form. If the exterior has not been properly waterproofed, water will drain into the basement causing water to pool and in many cases, cause mold to grow. If you live or own one of these homes, and suffer from water damage, give us a call and we will arrange for a foundation expert to come and assess. They will let you know if waterproofing is necessary or if your basement contains any cracks.

Window Leaks

Running along with the fact that there are older homes in Toronto and GTA, window leaking is very common. If new, up to code windows have not been installed, there is a good chance that there could be leaking going on. Building code even 10 years ago is not the same as it is today. Insulation & sealing was not done properly which has caused many issues as far as water damage. If you suspect that your window is leaking, we work with the GTA’s most reputable Window and Door companies. We can ensure that with the help of their expertise, the outside weather will not enter your home.

Whether residential or commercial, Canada’s Restoration Services is your go to Water Damage Company. Our IICRC certified teams and employees work around the clock, 24/7 to serve you. If you require emergency services from a flood, we can have a team onsite within 45 minutes to start the drying process.

We will;

• Arrive on site within 45 minutes
• Extract any sitting water
• Install drying equipment; dehumidifiers and fans
• Remove of any affected materials; carpet, flooring and drywall
• A dedicated project manager will monitor the site and be there throughout the entire process
• If this is a covered insurance claim, we will work directly with your insurance adjuster.

Have an ongoing leak?

No problem, we will assigned a dedicated project manager to come and assess your property. With the most advanced technology, we can identify where the leak is coming from and provide a scope of proper repair and remediation. Thermal Imaging can detect what the human eye cannot see when it comes to water and moisture. The longer water enters your property the more secondary damage can occur.

Secondary Water Damages

Secondary damages will occur if there is a major flood or if a water damage has not been cleaned up properly or in time. Theses damages can incur major additional costs, so it is best to prevent as much secondary damage as possible.

Types of Secondary Damage:

1. Mold Growth
2. Wood Rot
3. Electrical Hazards
4. Corrosion of metal materials; plumbing
5. Damaged flooring; warped or lifting
6. Drywall and Ceiling damage

In order to prevent secondary damage, you must act fast. Call us in as soon as you are aware of the damage and we will start the dry out process. If there is a lot of sitting water and carpet is involved, pull back the carpet and take out the under pad. The water gets trapped in the under pad and will just sit there. If it is there for more than 24 hours than mold growth can start.

CLICK HERE to learn more about secondary water damage and its affects.