The Water Removal Process In Blue Mount

1/9/2017 (Permalink)

Just a few inches of standing water can create thousands of dollars in repair and replacement costs if it is not removed quickly and efficiently.

Water Removal

Flooding from overflowing creeks and streams can destroy a home in under a day. Even if the damage is not immediate and obvious, just a few inches of standing water can create thousands of dollars in repair and replacement costs if it is not removed quickly and efficiently.

It is not likely that Big Gunpowder Falls is going to flood your Blue Mount home, but water removal will be required for nearly every house, condo and duplex at some point. SERVPRO has the expertise and equipment needed to accomplish it quickly and efficiently.

Our response teams will start with one or more commercial pumps. The size and number will depend on the amount of water present and the size and type of your home. For example, a duplex will require at least two pumps even if there is only an inch or two total. A single family home may require a single but large capacity pump if there is an excessive amount of water left standing.

Once the standing water has been extracted, then our technicians will deploy specialized vacuums that remove water from carpet fibers and the cracks between floorboards without damaging them. If done quickly enough, these extractors can draw water from the pads underneath carpets to restore them as well. This process also serves to prevent floorboards from warping due to extensive submersion in water.

While extraction from your floors is being performed, other team members will place fans in key areas to help draw water out of the surrounding walls. It may also be necessary to set up heaters and dehumidifiers to extract water from drywall before it is compromised and has to be replaced. Besides the physical damage, extracting the water will also help prevent the expansion and growth of mold. Water soaked drywall is a perfect food source for mold spores.

It is dry now, but rain is expected next week. If you want to get ahead of the next rain, call us today for an inspection to see where we can help you prevent or lessen the effects of flooding. When you do have water in your home, call us at (410) 229-0012. SERVPRO of Hunt Valley / Lutherville is here to help.