Every year it seems that there are natural disasters that cause devastation worldwide. In recent years, several major hurricanes have shown what can happen when water floods an area. Even smaller storms can do significant damage. If your home has recently been through a natural disaster related to rain or flooding, you may need professional basement sewage clean-up. While you may think you can handle the issue yourself, here are some reasons why you should invest in professional restoration cleanup services.

1. Water Removal

After a natural disaster, your basement may be flooded and it can take a long time to successfully remove all the water on your own. Standing water is a health hazard as it can attract nasty pests such as mosquitoes and flies. It can also expose your family to cholera. So if you let the issue go too long, you may have a major mosquito infestation.

After successful water removal, the job isn't over. The area is more than likely still very damp and susceptible to ongoing damage even once the standing water is gone. Your basement, floors, and walls may now have severe water damage that can result in unsightly stains. That water damage can also lead to other issues such as mold and structural weakness.

2. Structural Repairs

As mentioned, ongoing water damage can affect your home structure, starting in the basement. Since your basement is the lowermost level of your home, if that goes, so does the rest of your home. Your home structure is likely built on wooden sill plates, and untreated water damage can cause that wood to rot. That rotten foundation can easily cave in on you and your family at any time. When you call basement sewage clean-up services, they can make note of any structural issues they see. Then you can get professional remediators to rebuild or repair your foundation as needed.

3. Mold Remediation

As much as 98% of basements experience some sort of water damage, according to iPropertyManagement. Water damage in any part of your home is a breeding ground for mold. Due to the nature of how quickly mold spores can grow, it doesn't take long for this nasty substance to take hold in your basement or other part of the house. According to Qipa, mold can begin growing in as little as 24 to 72 hours in a wet environment. Therefore, even after water has been cleared out of your basement, mold may have already begun growing.

Luckily, a mold remediation service can successfully get rid of mold to ensure you and your family are safe. Otherwise, if mold spores get into your lungs, it can cause major health problems. For example, if you or anyone else in a home has ongoing allergies, it can become more severe thanks to mold, according to Healthline. Mold can also exacerbate or cause asthma and other conditions like bronchitis or emphysema. Your lungs are a vital organ that you need to breathe, so when you have health problems related to them, it can reduce your quality of life.

4. Bad Odors

Can you imagine the nasty smells that can go throughout your home thanks to standing water and mold? Even a small amount of mold can create a musty odor. However, if your basement is filled with damp, damaged walls and flooring, it can create a nasty smell that won't just stay in the basement. It may permeate throughout the entire house. Having a home that smells musty can reduce your comfort level and also lead to embarrassment if guests are over.

5. Home Value

Why put all that time and energy into owning a home just to see the value diminish overnight? After a natural disaster, if you don't get those repairs done as soon as possible, you may find that your home structure is too weak and damaged to recover. That's why it's important to avoid handling those repairs yourself and let the professionals do their work.

Getting professional basement sewage clean-up protects your home in many ways. It can help you save money on lingering costs or having to buy a new home. You can repair your home's structure in time to save it. You'll also be able to get rid of mold before it spreads further and impedes your family's health. You don't have to handle the results of a natural disaster on your own. Call our local team at Advance Companies today for help.