Water Damage, Mold and Restoration Companies in the Ocala Area

What Makes Ocala Different

Ocala sits inland, so it does not face storm surge, but hurricanes and tropical storms still bring heavy rain, falling trees and long power outages. A tree through the roof and rain getting in afterward is one of the most common storm losses here. Tarp a damaged roof as soon as it is safe, and photograph everything first for your claim.

Heat and humidity make mold move quickly. 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 can soak a ceiling or a floor. Manufactured homes are common, and water under the floor or behind the skirting can go unnoticed for a long time.

The ground here is limestone, and sinkholes and ground settling happen in the region. Cracks in walls, doors that stick and pipes that break under a slab can all be signs. Many homes outside the city use a well and a septic system, so after a flood do not drink well water until it has been tested. Ask your agent what your policy says about sinkhole damage.