A Small Leak Creates a Big Problem

When it comes to work around the home, we’re just like you: we’re always looking for opportunities to save money, and we typically consider a DIY method before calling in the professionals. But, when it comes to a serious challenge like water damage, it can prove to be much too large of a job to handle on your own. Water is not something to underestimate; doing so can mean additional expenses in the long run. The local team at Restoration 1 of Horry County has compiled five reasons why you should hire a professional water damage restoration company to tackle water damage in your property.

When a ball valve failed inside a second-floor condo in North Myrtle Beach, it didn't just flood one home — it exposed the real difference between professional water damage restoration and going it alone.

Nobody was home when the water heater started leaking. That's the nature of second homes and vacation properties on the Grand Strand — they sit vacant for weeks or months at a time, and when something goes wrong, there's nobody there to catch it early.

A Myrtle Beach homeowner woke up around 3 a.m. to every homeowner’s nightmare standing water throughout much of their home after a toilet supply line unexpectedly failed overnight.

Restoration 1 of Horry County recently received a call from a local insurance agent regarding a disabled veteran in Conway, South Carolina who desperately needed help with a severe sewage issue beneath their home.

Many of the appliances you rely on in your home each day are ticking time bombs when it comes to water damage. Many homeowners also don’t think much about their hot water heater. But hot water heaters eventually fail, and when they do, they can cause significant water damage. In some cases, you might wind up with flood damage, depending on the size of your water heater tank.

Winter is a magical time for many. For others, it is a period of problems. The ensuing snowfall, dropping temperatures, and ice-covered roads make for one emergency after another. This winter, regardless of where you call home, consider winterizing your home to prepare for severe weather.

Running a business is already challenging enough without the need for commercial restoration and cleanup services. When you do find yourself in a predicament that requires such services, hiring only the best will suffice. You need a top-rated restoration company in North Myrtle Beach who understands water and fire damage or mold growth.

After enduring freezing temperatures in Horry County in March this year, most of us know and understand how typical water damage is for homeowners. Yup, extreme winter weather in South Carolina and around the country can result in snow and frost, leading to frozen and burst pipes. In fact, according to the Insurance Information Institute, about one in 50 homes file a water damage insurance claim every year.

The sound of a leaky faucet can keep you up at night. So too, can the thought of whether or not that leaky faucet is something that is covered by your homeowner’s insurance.

Water damage is quite a common occurrence in residential homes throughout the country. Despite its prominence, water damage can escalate and worsen over time because many do not understand how it affects their property. Most homeowners are unprepared for water in their home. Despite what many may think, you should not handle water damage cleanup yourself. Nor should you attempt water damage restoration. The situation can quickly spin out of control. It is best to let an expert technician handle the mess for the best results.

When it comes to work around the home, we’re just like you: we’re always looking for opportunities to save money, and we typically consider a DIY method before calling in the professionals. But, when it comes to a serious challenge like water damage, it can prove to be much too large of a job to handle on your own. Water is not something to underestimate; doing so can mean additional expenses in the long run. The local team at Restoration 1 of Horry County has compiled five reasons why you should hire a professional water damage restoration company to tackle water damage in your property.