Water Damage, Mold and Restoration Companies in the Jackson Area

What Makes Jackson Different

Jackson sits along the Pearl River, and the river and its creeks rise after long, heavy rains. Low neighborhoods near the river and the creeks can flood, and floodwater from outside is always contaminated. A standard homeowners policy does not cover it, so flood insurance is a separate policy worth having.

Summers are long, hot and humid. Wet drywall and carpet pad can grow mold within 24 to 48 hours, so drying has to start the same day. Air conditioners run most of the year, and a clogged condensate line or a rusted drain pan can soak a ceiling quietly. The area is known for a clay soil that swells when wet and shrinks when dry, which moves foundations and can crack the pipes under a slab.

Spring and late fall bring severe storms and tornado warnings, and falling trees are a common cause of roof leaks. Hard freezes are rare but do happen, and they burst pipes in homes built for heat. When water service comes back after an outage, check under sinks and around water heaters for new leaks. Many older homes were built before 1978, so test for lead paint and asbestos before demolition.