Preserving Falmouth’s Historic Structures from Water Damage

5/8/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO technicians know all the steps to take after water damage strikes in your home.

From Water Clean up to Water Damage Repairs, our SERVPRO Team Helps Falmouth Homes and Landmarks. 

You cannot predict when water disasters might impact your home or business. With so many properties of historical significance throughout the city, a fast and reliable restoration response is invaluable. We can help with:

• Emergency services water damage
• Basement flooding
• Ceiling leaks
• Water damage remediation
• Burst pipes
• Flood restoration

The Historical Significance of Falmouth, Massachusetts 

While Falmouth has been around since the late 1600s, its main historical significance would be its contributions to water-powered mills and its involvement in the War of 1812. Because the area is not war-torn by destructive battles and combat that many other colonial American communities and towns would experience, many historic properties built in the late 1600s and early 1700s still stand to this day.

Iconic Landmarks and Properties of Falmouth

Because there are so many recognized structures of historical significance and in need of protection, multiple districts have formed where concentrations of these properties exist. In total, there are seven historic districts boasting hundreds of properties in total. Some of the most famous of these buildings include:

• Josiah Tobey House – This home has been on the National Register since 1994 and has stood in its spot on Oxbow Rd since 1854. The house is one of many Greek Revival architecture examples found in the historic districts around Falmouth.

• Lawrence Academy – Another Greek revival architectural example exists with the former school building found on Academy Lane. This building has stood since 1834 and currently serves the Chamber of Commerce business. For a brief period lasting only four years, the Lawrence Academy building was the high school for Falmouth.

• Central Fire Station – While newer than many other structures throughout the city, the Central Fire Station has been an iconic structure serving Falmouth since 1929.

When Are Water Damage Repairs Needed in Falmouth Homes? 

Because water damage incidents can be so destructive to area homes, there is often a need for some water damage repairs to return the property to its original condition. Job scoping and damage assessment practices can determine where approaches like controlled demolition are necessary and if other emergency services and build-back are required.

When Do Repairs and Reconstruction Start? 

Because every loss situation is different from the last, we must evaluate each circumstance for its unique properties. With the general contractor license, we can begin repairs and reconstruction services as soon as possible following water damage remediation. These efforts could include replacing removed building materials during controlled demolition or replacing damaged plumbing components responsible for burst pipes. We have many ways to make it “Like it never even happened.”

We understand the urgency of getting you back in your home as soon as possible when water damage repairs are needed. You can count on our experienced SERVPRO of Upper Cape Cod and The Islands team. Call us at (508) 888-5985.