Water damage restoration is a time-sensitive process. The longer you wait, the more extensive the damage is bound to get.
Contact STOP Restoration of Port St. Lucie for Water Damage Cleaning
There can be many unpredictable reasons for a water leak in your house, from damaged pipes and faulty plumbing systems, to clogged gutters and blocked toilets. While it is normal to panic in such a situation, homeowners need to know that water damage only worsens with time. It is not just a threat to the structural integrity of your home, but also poses several health risks. Standing water serves as breeding grounds for mold, bacteria, and other pathogens that cause serious respiratory illnesses. Contacting professional restoration services is perhaps the best decision one can make in a situation like this. Their specialized services will remove water efficiently from your property, restoring it to its original charm. Here is what to expect during the cleanup process.
Inspection and Evaluation:
Once you’ve reached out to home restoration services, their team will thoroughly investigate your property to understand its current state better. They have advanced high-tech equipment like hygrometers and moisture detectors that indicate the extent of the damage and highlight how much repair is needed. Based on this evaluation, experts will determine which class of water damage your property falls into.
There are four levels of water damage; level 1 is relatively minor, while level 4 is extremely intense and is labeled as ‘bound water.’ It indicates that the damage has deeply absorbed into the foundational elements of the property. Based on this inspection, the restoration company will inform you how much time and money it will take to restore your property to its original demeanor.
Water Removal:
The next step is water extraction from the owner’s belongings and property. The restoration company uses strong extractors to absorb and dry down all the standing water. They must ensure that not a speck is left behind as any moisture and dampness can serve as potential triggers for mold, mildew, and bacterial growth. Even after all the water is seemingly extracted, professionals must conduct further inspection. They do so to measure moisture levels and determine whether or not the hardwood floors need to be removed.
Drying:
Drying is vital because even the areas and furniture items that appear visibly dry can be wet to touch. If left unattended, these materials can end up warping, breaking, or serving as grounds for mold infestations. Professionals bring in industrial-level air-movers and dehumidifiers to soak excess water and ensure the property is completely dried down.
Sanitation and Restoration:
To further prevent bacterial and mold infestation, restoration teams utilize abrasive, foam, and immersion cleaning methods to deep clean the entire property and proceed towards the actual restoration process. The team works to ensure the property to its pre-damaged state. This means materials that have sustained damage, such as flooring, carpets, rugs, and furniture, will either be restored or replaced. The time and cost of restoration depend on the extent of the damage. While some properties only require minor repair work, others require complete reconstruction.
Reach Out to Us Today!
While catering to water damage can often feel intimidating, hiring the right people to help you out will make the process ten times easier and seamless. Our experts at STOP restorations are here to assist you during emergencies 24/7. We have professionals with years of training and experience in treating water damage and restoring the original integrity of the property.
