Remove All the Water
Extract standing water from any damaged surfaces by using wet vacuuming
equipment, submersible pumps, and mops by soaking up excess moisture. When
contents and building materials are left in the water, they will still
deteriorate. During a flood, standing water might become contaminated with
raw sewage and animal feces, making it bio-hazardous. This means you have
to remove as much standing water as possible, as this is the most obvious,
but leading cause of water damage.
Remove All Debris
Removing debris ensures a clear path making all water-effected areas
accessible for extraction. Debris can contain moister, which can slow down
the drying process. Therefore it has to be removed from the affected
areas.
Treat with an Antimicrobial Agent
After water damage, the property and its affected areas will need a deep
and detailed cleaning with antimicrobial agents. Disinfecting, sanitizing,
and sterilizing are necessary to control mold growth and disgusting odors
that develop when items start to become wet.
Remove all Content That Has Been in Contact with Water
Water damage content might be salvage if treated promptly and quickly. Wet
items usually tend to develop mold and an unpleasant odor. Therefore
they’ll need to be removed, cleaned, and then disinfected. Hydro Clean
specializes in restoring all of your water damaged belongings.
Remove Any Excess Moisture from Air and Building Materials
Excess moisture can be drawn out with the use of any air movers and
dehumidification equipment. Wet building materials release moister out
into the air through evaporation, which can lead to more mold growth and
secondary water-damage if not removed from the air. Air movers can help
with air circulation, which will speed up the process of drying. The
dehumidification equipment works to draw out any excess moisture.
If you have any questions or concerns about the flood damage restoration
process, give Hydro Clean a call!
