What is Water Damage Restoration?
Have you ever wondered what it is that property restoration companies do? Isn’t it just the same as what a general contractor does?
Property restoration is a detailed science that extends well beyond general and sub-contracting. Water damage restoration is a specialty within the broad field of property restoration. Water damage restoration should be performed by a professional who is trained and equipped to handle the unique aspects of water-related damage, including mold, mildew, flooding, carpet and drywall damage.
Water damage restoration equipment is an important part of the equation. Restoration companies should be properly equipped with truck-mounted and portable water extraction units to remove water from affected structures and/or areas. They will have specialty drying equipment such as air movers (typically blue and red fans specially designed to channel air rapidly over specific areas) and dehumidifiers. This equipment will be set in place at the property being restored and may run for days, even weeks, until all materials, structural elements and household items are adequately dried.
Water damage restoration also involves testing the damaged property before, during and after remediation. This testing again involves a variety of specialty equipment unique to the industry — items such as a hygrometer, which is used to measure relative humidity. Taking the right measurements in the right places and at the right times helps ensure that your property is restored to its pre-loss condition in the safest and most expedient manner possible. These measurements, along with pictures and an event log detailing damage-related issues, form a comprehensive record that may be requested by your insurance company to help determine eligibility for coverage and reimbursement.
Water damage restoration also incorporates many if not all aspects typically involved in sub and general contracting. Restoration professionals must be well-versed in construction techniques and materials and how they respond to various unanticipated conditions. The initial steps taken to restore your property will often heavily affect which materials and contractors will be needed to complete the water damage restoration project later.
We recommend always consulting with a qualified water damage restoration company if your property has been affected adversely by water, snow, ice, mildew or mold. These highly-trained professionals have the specialized tools, education and equipment to make sure you get back in your property safe and sound as soon as possible.
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