A pipe has burst in your absence over the weekend? There is smoke in the air from a kitchen fire that will not seem to clear? You are at a loss as to where to begin and concerned about the tab for the cleanup?
For 35 years and more, J Brian Day has put those worries to rest for homeowners and businesses in Eastern Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut. Should you be dealing with water or fire damage of any kind, give us a ring at (866)-621-2102. We are on the phone 24/7 since one does not put off a disaster to business hours.
There is a lesson many learn only after the fact: how quickly you respond is reflected in the final bill for repairs. The quicker we can get to work on the cleanup, the less it will cost you. We will tell you why.
Water Damage Is a Ticking Clock
Water is not going to stay put; it will make its way into your home the longer it is there.
In as little as 24 or 48 hours, what was standing water has been absorbed by the framing, baseboards, flooring and drywall. A straightforward matter of drying becomes a project of demolition and rebuilding. Hundreds of dollars versus thousands is the distinction.
With a prompt response you can put an end to:
- Hardwood floors so warped they must be replaced
- Drywall and ceilings that have swelled or crumbled
- Insulation in your walls that is now ruined
- Electrical systems and appliances that have taken a hit
- Stains on your furniture and carpeting
- Mold that is making itself known behind the scenes
Mold is the main concern. In damp conditions it will start in 24 to 48 hours. After it has set in you are no longer putting out money for a water cleanup but for remediation, a much pricier and involved affair. Remove the water in short order and you have done the most to preclude mold.
Smoke and Fire Do Not Stop When the Flames Do
Long after the fire department has gone, soot and smoke continue their work. Soot has an acidic quality that will etch finished surfaces, metal and glass. It will put a stain on walls and discolour countertops in a matter of hours; in days it can do irreparable harm to things that were salvageable had action been taken.
Then you have the odour of smoke seeping into wood, drywall, carpet and fabric. The more time passes, the deeper it goes and the more of a chore it is to get out. Our professionals can put a stop to that before the damage is permanent.
Do not forget the water left in the wake of firefighting, which can be as damaging as the fire. You are up against two issues, making a swift cleanup all the more necessary.
The Financial Case for Speed
Start the restoration process and you are saving in a number of ways:
- Less to replace and tear out
- Belongings can be put through the cleaners and kept
- No need for the likes of mold remediation
- A shorter timeline for the project
- A claim that is smaller and without complication
Insurance will want to see that the homeowner has been reasonable in averting further damage. Let water stand for a week and some of the ensuing damage may not be covered.
There is an allure to mopping up with a shop vac and some towels. Yet the surface water is not the whole story. What is hidden under the floor and in the walls is where the trouble lies. A professional crew has the moisture meters and industrial gear to put an end to it, and the know-how to document it for your insurer.
We are licensed and insured and our 183 Google reviews from around our service area put us at 4.8 stars. We give you a free estimate so there are no surprises and back everything we do with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Make the Call
Time is of the essence with this type of damage. The earlier we are called the more we can put right and the lower your costs will be. J Brian Day is here for you 24/7 in Connecticut, Rhode Island and Eastern Massachusetts, and our fire and water damage specialists are ready whenever disaster strikes.
If your home or business has been affected, do not let it get worse. Put us on the line at (866)-621-2102 and we will be on it.
