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Bathroom renovation after water damage

Reading Time: 7 minutes | Article from 16.7.2024
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Water damage in the bathroom, caused by leaking shower joints, flooding or rain seeping through gaps in a roof, can result in considerable damage. We explain the best course of action in the event of water damage in your bathroom.

Content

  • Water damage in the bathroom? Here’s what you need to do!
  • Renovating a bathroom after water damage: important tips
  • Water damage: how long does a repair take?

At a glance

  • In the event of water damage, it is important to act quickly and correctly.

  • Expert assistance is important when renovating after water damage in your home.

  • A bathroom renovation after water damage opens up the opportunity for a new look.

Water damage: what is the first thing you need to do?

  • For damage to pipes: turn off the water at the mains

  • For other causes: avoid or control water ingress as far as possible using sandbags, buckets or other suitable measures

  • Switch off the power

  • Protect furniture and other objects

  • In the event of water damage in a rented flat or block of flats: inform the landlord

  • Document the damage that has occurred

  • Inform your insurance company

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When does a bathroom need to be renovated after water damage?

Leaking joints, flooding or rain can cause considerable water damage in the bathroom. If you are not a professional, it can be difficult to assess the scale of the renovation. In the event of real water damage, always consult an expert as the full extent of the damage is often not immediately evident, even once the water has gone.

Renovating after water damage

Tips for renovating after water damage

The first step in any renovation after water damage is drying. The required repairs can then be carried out to restore everything to its original condition.

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Water damage in the bathroom: duration of repair

Water damage should always be repaired as quickly as possible and professional drying started without delay. If the damage is not repaired immediately or drying work is held up, the damage may spread and mould could develop within a few days. Repairing water damage usually takes a few days to several weeks, depending on the extent of the damage and the affected areas.

Helpful articles

Do you have water damage in your bathroom? Read the following sections to learn more and find links to helpful articles.

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Villeroy & Boch bathroom experts

If you need to renovate your bathroom after water damage, make the most of the situation to design your dream bathroom. Villeroy & Boch’s bathroom and design experts are on hand to help you plan your design and pass on knowledge and tips.

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Complete bathroom renovation

If your bathroom needs a complete renovation following water damage, you can either choose to restore it to its previous condition or redesign it from scratch. Whatever you decide, proper planning and implementation of the bathroom renovation are essential.

Bathroom renovation tips

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