How to Clean Up Water Damage

2/10/2023 (Permalink)

Water damage can be devastating, but it doesn’t have to mean the end of your home. The right water cleanup team will make a difference with their experience, knowledge, and expertise.

Many water damage scenarios require professional assistance. Here at SERVPRO, we have a tried and trie 5-step water cleanup process in place to help you.

• Inspection & Damage Assessment
• Water Removal
• Drying and Dehumidification
• Cleaning and Sanitizing
• Restoration

1. Inspection & Assessment

In this step, our team will inspect your property, assessing the extent of the damage. We will also check for sources of water, any potential hazards, or mold growth.

We will then make a detailed report of our findings and provide you with a quote for the work required. We can complete all mitigation and repairs, including any necessary reconstruction.

2. Water Removal

The next step in the water damage cleanup process is to remove as much of the water as possible. Water removal involves using specialized equipment to extract water from hard surfaces, such as floors and walls, or soft surfaces like carpeting and furniture.

The longer water sits on a surface, the more damage it can cause. To minimize this damage, it is important to remove standing water within 24 hours of detection.

Some of the specialized equipment used by SERVPRO includes pumps, truck-mounted units, portable extractors, and moisture meters.

3. Drying and Dehumidification

Once the water is removed, it's time to dry and dehumidify your home. This can be done using powerful equipment that will remove any remaining moisture from your floors, walls, and ceiling. Drying out a room is essential for preventing damage to furniture and other belongings as well as mold growth in the future.

The process of removing moisture from the air is known as dehumidification. It's common practice when dealing with water damage because it helps remove any excess moisture from the air and prevent any mold growth from forming on your property.

4. Cleaning and Sanitizing

Cleaning and sanitization are the fourth steps of the process. This step is important because it can reduce the risk of further damage, and it's also a vital part of the restoration process. In this step, all affected areas are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized with special cleaning solutions. Our team will also remove any odors and deodorize your property.

A home that has suffered from a water damage event should be cleaned and sanitized before residents live and exist in the area.

5. Restoration

Once you've completed the cleaning and mitigation process, it's time to get back on track. The final phase is restoration, which involves repairing or rebuilding damaged areas of your property. This will include any repairs that are needed or full reconstruction of entire rooms.

If you have water damage, it's important to take action quickly. The longer you wait, the more damage can occur, and the higher the cost will be to repair it. If you need help with cleanup or restoration services after a flood, call SERVPRO of Northeast Minneapolis today!