Whatever the source, water damage can be unpredictable, overwhelming, and catastrophic.
It may be from a sink overflow, rainwater, or broken water supply line that has been running all night. It could also be from a sump pump, toilet bowl, equipment discharge, or washing machine whose failure has gone unnoticed for hours. Or worse, from a flash flood, storm surge, or sewage that seeps unexpectedly into your property.
These situations can ruin valuables, tear apart a building’s structure, cause sudden losses, and trigger unexpected costs. The first 24 to 48 hours of water damage is critical for saving valuable items, minimizing the damage, and preventing the growth of toxic microbes such as mold and bacteria.
A water damage contractor who will get to your property quickly can remove the water, salvage essential belongings, and restore the structure to its prime condition.
Upon arriving, we will quickly assess the situation, remove the water, and take out and discard wet materials like carpet, carpet pads, sheetrock, and insulation. With the water removed, we will apply high-efficiency dehumidifiers and advanced air movers to pull the remaining moisture from the structure and the air.
We measure moisture levels in the affected areas throughout the drying process to ensure everything is dry before we can begin repairing any damage.
Plus, we monitor moisture levels in hidden areas, such as wall cavities and behind cabinets, ensuring there is no remaining moisture to promote microbial growth. In a nutshell, we provide a remarkable service that is sure to leave you smiling.
What steps do we take to deliver an excellent water damage remediation service?
Before we arrive at your property, we make sure that we understand your specific needs. When you call, you will speak with one of our technicians who will discuss the situation with you and quickly determine what to do.
Briefly, you will need to provide:
This information will help us tailor our response to your specific circumstance and enable our technicians to get to work immediately upon arrival.
As soon as we have this information, we dispatch our technicians to your property. You should not worry if you don’t know the full extent of the damage, as we will inspect it once we are on site.
Soon after they arrive, our technicians inspect and assess the water damage on your property. We have highly skilled and experienced specialists who will quickly identify the cause and extent of the water damage.
At this stage, we usually require you to assist them by answering questions about water shutoff valves, plumbing, and other aspects of your property.
With the inspection done, we get on with water extraction. It is crucial to remove the water so that the subsequent drying process is faster and more complete. It minimizes the risks associated with sitting water and reduces the chances of mold growth and secondary water damage.
We use a combination of water analysis tools, industrial-strength wet vacuums, submersible pumps, and dehumidifiers. Our technicians will make sure to get swift, excellent results.
As they remove the water, gaining better access and a clearer picture of the damage, they will continue with the inspection to make the remediation process more targeted and effective.
Even with the water removed, there will still be dampness within your property’s walls, furniture, and floors. The moisture should be removed to prevent warping, swelling, and other damage. Also, anything that remains damp for a prolonged time can allow mold to grow.
At West Central, we have specialized tools and industrial-strength dehumidifiers to remove all the moisture from walls, floors, furniture, air, and other specific items. We constantly monitor the progress of the drying process using high-precision tools to ensure the process proceeds well.
Now that water has been removed and the affected areas dried, the next step is proper sanitation to ensure the property is germ-free and safe. A thorough cleaning would eliminate any lingering dirt, odor, and microbes, especially if the water were contaminated. At West Central, we pick out what we can clean and restore, saving as many items as possible using dry cleaning, wet cleaning, abrasive scrubs, and other techniques. We use antimicrobial and antibacterial treatments to sanitize all the affected areas.
The last step in the remediation process is emergency damage repair. With the property now clean, any existing structural damages will be more apparent.
Our technicians will carry out the necessary emergency damage repair, including boarding up, tarping, moving, and fencing off affected areas and items. The repair and remodeling will restore the property to its prime, habitable condition.
If there are more significant structural damages in the building, our technicians may not do much. In that case, you may need a contractor for in-depth repair.
At West Central, we will provide a detailed assessment of your structure and help you find the right contractor to ensure the success of the rebuilding process.
Finally, before we leave your property, we will check to ensure that all your concerns about the water damage are taken care of. We will take you through what we have done, answer any questions you may have, and inform you of the next steps.
Do you want to work with a reliable, competent water damage restoration service in Lecanto, Florida? You can trust West Central Equipment and Restoration to give you remarkable results.
We have a team of skilled and experienced water damage professionals using the latest equipment and appropriate techniques to do a clean, thorough job.
You can count on us to be by your side at your hour of need and to make life a lot easier for you.
Feel free to contact us for more information on water damage restoration.
Call us today at (352) 270-8417 and learn more about how our restoration service can help you.
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