The Dangers of Standing Water in Your Home

12/2/2020 (Permalink)

Prevent the dangers of standing water in your home.

Standing water, what's the big deal? Standing water from a clogged drain, puddles in the basement, and the old pool that hasn’t been drained are troublesome, irritating, and unpleasant, but can actually be pretty dangerous. People tend to overlook the hazards of standing water. 

Mosquitoes 

Mosquitoes breed exceptionally fast in the water. And stagnant water is even worse. And as mosquitoes are known for carrying many blood-borne pathogens, such as dengue, Zika virus, West Nile virus, and malaria, they are especially dangerous for your health and your family's health. 

Vermin

Rats, mice, and possums, oh my! Vermin such as these are constantly on the hunt for watering holes, like that puddle in your basement. Much like mosquitoes, vermin carry diseases of their own and will infect others if they leave their hiding spot. No one fancies vermin, to begin with anyway!

Bacteria 

Bringing it back to high school science class. Bacteria and other parasites are known for their great ability to thrive in moist environments. Most are particularly hazardous to your health. And these bacteria could’ve come from an animal, or human waste, which can be found in lots of standing water. 

Standing water really can be detrimental to the health of yourself, your family, and your home. It’s best to remove any standing water before any danger occurs. If you find any standing water and need help removing it, contact SERVPRO today for a consultation.