Hallandale FL Water Damage Restoration

Water damage restoration is somewhat of a fine art. Many people assume that, in the event of water damaged, all that is required is to wipe up the spill. Not so. Water damage is not always readily apparent unless you know what to look for. Water has the uncanny ability to filter down as far as it can go, accumulating and causing damage in areas that may go overlooked. This is not good, because untreated water can affect structural members, as well as providing a platform for the growth of mold.

No, water damage restoration is a skill, a process involving a number of steps that must be taken quickly, in the right order, and done right the first time.

1)Water Extraction: the removal of all excess water from the home. This is typically done with shop-vacs or submersible pumps.

2) Drying: the removal of all remaining moisture from surfaces as well as the surrounding air, using fans, blowers, air movers, and dehumidifiers.

3)Repair: the fixing and cleaning of all items damaged by the water. This is probably the most time consuming part of the whole water damage restoration process.

4)Restoration: the final touches put on a home or business to finish returning it to its pre-flood condition.

Water damage restoration should begin as soon as possible following a flood event. Delay only makes a bad situation worse, allowing for more damage to be inflicted by the water, and if not treated properly, the onset of mold. Mold can establish itself within 48 hours of a flood event, spread rapidly, and be very difficult to eradicate. It also brings health issues ranging from the mild to the severe.

With Hurricane Season 2010 in full swing, contact your local water damage restoration professionals. Certified by the IICRC, they are available 24/7 to serve all of your water damage needs.