A Flooded House Can Be Made A Home Again

A flooded house can turn a quiet peaceful family setting into mayhem quickly. Seeing personal articles soaked in water brings disheartening feelings. But with proper care and immediate response times water damage can be cleaned up and personal belongings restored.
  The secret is of course speed. Drying out wet carpets quickly will eliminate further problems down the road from mold growth to unpleasant smells and breathing attacks. Flooded carpets must first be extracted by removing all standing bulk water; then drying equipment can be installed. A professional can evaluate each specific job, the amount of water intrusion and develop a plan to fix water damage.
 Furniture from a flooded house can be dried out along with carpets, wood floors and wet drywall. Dehumidifiers remove large volumes of moisture daily from inside a flooded structure. High velocity air movers create tremendous evaporation eliminating surface moisture and work together with dehumidifiers drying and restoring flooded homes.
  If you ever find yourself in a situation like the one described call a professional. In most situations everything can be restored in one week if found out early and water extraction begins within the first few hours.

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24/7 Water Removal - Home Damage Repair - Dallas Restoration Services, Fire Water Damage Repair and Restoration

Dallas Restoration Services, Fire Water Damage Repair and Restoration

Dallas Restoration Services, Fire Water Damage Repair and Restoration

Flood Damage Stress Taken Away

Damage from flooding due to heavy rains, leaking roofs and cracked slabs can cause major disruption to normal daily lives. Water damage which could initially be cleaned up with minimal cost and labor can advance untreated by the germination and spreading of mold and mildew. Not only does mold expose occupants to grave health hazards it's removal can also be extremely costly. This is why early detection and mitigation is so important when flood damage is first discovered.

Trained professionals use detection equipment to map and evaluate hidden moisture behind walls, ceilings, under flooring and in attic insulation. When found a plan of action is developed to lower moisture to safe levels through water extraction and equipment drying. Dehumidifiers remove excess moisture through a process of condensation replacing wet air with dry air. When high humidity levels are reduced to normal North American standards the threat of mold is removed. Flood damage clean up is successful when property is protected and healthy lives are restored as if the the flooding never took place.

Correct Water Removal Hastens Flooded House Recovery

When water pours into a residential living space from a washing machine overflow trained water removal is needed. Humidity levels must be lowered quickly to eliminate secondary water damage destroying furniture, fabrics, and artwork. Standing water is attacked with water extraction equipment such as the Ninja which uses a three phase motor and pump unit. The Ninja is able to remove water quickly and easily maneuverable around home furnishings. A trained professional will work within the confines available to prevent water migration into additional rooms not yet affected.

Proper water removal is the key for a flooded homes recovery. Once water is extracted equipment such as dehumidifiers and high velocity fans are put in place to finish the process. By eliminating moisture in air and building materials the threat of mold and mildew is eliminated. Homeowners can rest at ease knowing their families are safe and possessions are restored as if the water damage never took place.

Complete Water Damage Repair Provides Peace of Mind

 There's never a right time to be completely prepared when water damage strikes. Bathroom plumbing that has worked for years all of the sudden erupts with a sudden burst of water. In minutes rooms begin to fill up while unsuspecting household members away from home carry on their day at school and work. Only to return and find a residential disaster that can dishearten even the bravest of souls. While unpleasant to think about this scenario happens every day to thousands of American households.

Here are a few ideas to keep in mind. Water damage from a broken pipe is considered Category 1 clean water. This particular flooding is the least severe in terms of bacteria and pathogens and requires the safest methods for water removal. Clean up should include first locating the source of water and turning off all valves if possible. At this point it's well to note that homeowner’s insurance covers this type of water damage and having a copy of the policy with contact numbers and deductible amounts are needful.

Next locating a local water damage restoration company certified and insured who will have the equipment, manpower and experience to remove all water through extraction. Determine the extent of damage by testing walls, floors and ceilings for moisture. And setting up the proper equipment in place to completely dry out all home furnishings and contents. These actions insure proper restoration to a pre-flood condition and peace to the home once again.

Water Damage

Water damage for the residential home owner can be unexpected and upsetting. Personal belongings affected must have immediate attention to ensure complete restoration is successful. Water damage can occur because of a broken water pipe, sewage back up, toilet overflow or any number of reasons. There are specific steps that can be taken to stop further damage during the first 24 hours which is crucial.
 The first is to get a proper water extraction using either portable or truck mounted extraction units to eliminate all standing and visible waters from floors. Proper water removal by this method will shorten the overall needed drying time and lessen potential expense to the home owner. Of course a professional hired with proper equipment can perform this service with greater results than say someone using a shop vac and no prior experience. The problem with a shop vac is the time it takes to extract 5 gallons of water can be hours compared with portable or truck mounted units that can drawn up the same amount in minutes. This is crucial because that same amount of water can migrate to other dry places in the house not yet affected and become absorbed into additional materials running the risk of further damage.
Wet carpets if not properly treated will start to smell after the first 24 to 48 hours. Water borne mold spores start to germinate after the first 24 hours under the right conditions of humidity, temperature and an organic food source present. Drying out wet carpets first starts with a good extraction. Wet carpets without proper care will definitely start to smell after 48 hours. A reputable water damage company can prevent many heartaches down the road giving solid consultation and quick response to water soaked areas of a residence. The cost of water damage repairs and restoration can be minimized if the skilled work of a liscened technician is brought in immediately. Most flooding that occurs within a residence can be completely dry within 3 days if proper care and quick response time is given.