Signs of a Water Damaged Ceiling - SERVPRO of West El Paso

8/10/2022 (Permalink)

A water damaged ceiling can happen a few different ways.  Before you start to repair the ceiling, you need to find out what caused the damage in the first place.  Once you have repaired those underlying issues, you can safely begin the rebuilding process.

Here are a few different ways to tell if you have water damage.

Water stains - This is usually a discolored stain that appears on the ceiling.  No matter how big or small the stain is, it will most likely grow with time and continue to damage the surrounding areas.  This can come from a leaky pipe, roof damage or any kind of leak from a floor above.

Ceiling Bubbles - If you notice bubbles forming beneath the paint on your ceiling or walls, you probably have a leak somewhere.  The water will begin to pool between the sheetrock and the layer of paint on your walls.

Mold - If you can see mold growing on the ceiling, there is a very high chance that water is the cause of it.  This can continue to spread around the ceiling and into the walls.  Mold in your home can cause health problems and should be taken care of immediately.  

If you see any of these signs of water damage, don’t hesitate to contact the professionals at SERVPRO West El Paso at (915) 234-2614 to help start the repair process!