Water Extraction

Water damage can be disruptive and disastrous to any home. When faced with unexpected events, the situation has to be addressed quickly to help prevent major destruction. Even a small amount of water damage can put your home at risk for toxic mold growth, while a significant amount of water damage can threaten the integrity of a home’s structure. In such cases there is no time to waste and a professional water restoration company has to be contacted for water extraction as soon as possible.

What is water extraction?

Water extraction is the process used to remove excess or standing water from your home or property. Restoration companies that specialize in water extraction work to minimize any damage to a home or business after flooding has happened. During extraction process, the goal of the company is not only to minimize water damage but also:

Reduce risk of permanent damage to valuables.
Prevent mold growth that would pose a serious health risk.
Restore the property to its former condition.

Why is water extraction important?

The process of water extraction can be an overwhelming task, and it is best advised to leave the task to professionals. In the cases of flooding or water leakages, the longer the water is left standing on your property or business, the more damage it can cause. Whether it be small amounts of water that can put your property at risk of growing toxic molds, or excess amounts of water which can cause irreplaceable damage to your property. Hence to minimize the damages on our property, valuables, and business, it is important to call a professional water restoration company to begin water extraction as soon as possible.

How is water extraction done?

A water restoration company conducts the water extraction process in the following steps:

Find and stop: The first step is to find the root cause of the water issue. Once the crew has found the source of the problem they will start working to stop the water from pouring inside your home or business.
Safety Hazards: Due to water damage, there is always a possibility of damaged electric sockets and other issues. In such cases the safety hazards have to be addressed at first.
Water extractions: Once sure that it is safe to proceed, the team will use pumps to extract the water. Usually, an industrial vacuum is used to extract water from affected areas.
Drying out: Professional drying systems are used to dry the walls, ceilings, of your property. These fans will blow across surfaces and help the water evaporate.
Disinfection: By using EPA- approved disinfection solutions, the crew will protect your property from bacterial growth.
Dehumidifying: With the help of professional equipment, the crew will start dehumidifying your property. The dehumidifiers will drain the water out from the air, ensuring the water doesn’t settle on your property again.