Water Damage Odors Explained: Why Your Home Smells Musty After a Leak

A restoration area with a water extraction machine and fans placed on a concrete floor, likely drying out after water damage.

The musty odor that remains after a leak or flood is one of the most lingering signs of water damage, in addition to the obvious harm. After cleaning up the visible water, many homeowners in Florida contact us at On The Spot Mold Restoration because their house continues to smell musty or stale. Most of […]

Hidden Water Damage in Florida Homes: 12 Warning Signs You Should Never Ignore

Hidden Water Damage: 12 Signs Florida Homeowners Should Never Ignore

One of the most destructive threats to Florida homes is water damage, and the most dangerous kind is the damage that is invisible to the eye.  Due to the state’s high humidity, frequent storms, faulty plumbing, and coastal dampness, hidden water damage can spread rapidly behind walls, beneath floors, or within ceilings before residents become […]

What to Do Immediately After Water Damage

What to Do Immediately After Water Damage - On The Spot Restoration

Water damage is one of those things no property owner wants to deal with, but when it happens, it happens fast. A burst pipe, a leaking appliance, a heavy rainstorm… suddenly your floors are soaked, your walls might be damp, and you’re left wondering what to do next. At On the Spot Restoration, we’ve helped […]

Common Causes of Holiday Season Water Damage (And How to Avoid It)

Common Causes of Holiday Season Water Damage - On The Spot Restoration

The holidays are supposed to be the most joyful time of the year, but between the extra cooking, packed guest rooms, and Florida’s unpredictable weather, they can also come with a higher risk of water damage. Every year at On the Spot Restoration, we see the same story: homeowners that are totally swamped with the […]

What Are the Common Signs of Water Damage?

What Are the Common Signs of Water Damage? - On The Spot Restoration

Water damage can sneak up on you. Sometimes it’s sudden, like a burst pipe or flood. Other times it creeps in slowly through small leaks, humidity, or poor drainage. At On The Spot Restoration, we’ve seen it all, and we know that catching the early signs of water damage can make the difference between a […]

What Is Considered Accidental Water Damage?

What Is Considered Accidental Water Damage? - On The Spot Restoration

At On The Spot Restoration, we know how stressful water damage can be, especially when it happens suddenly and without warning. One day your home or business is perfectly fine, and the next, you’re facing soaked carpets, swollen drywall, or worse. That’s why it’s so important to understand what accidental water damage is, how it […]