How Our 6-Step Water Damage Restoration Process Works | SERVPRO® of Cedar Mill/Oak Hills

4/21/2020 (Permalink)

When dealing with water damage, immediate action is crucial. Contact SERVPRO of Cedar Mill/Oak Hills for prompt & dependable service.

Discovering water damage can be an overwhelming thing, but acting immediately is the best thing to do. That is why we are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week—you can always call us to set our six-step restoration plan in motion right away.

Here is how it works:

6 Steps to Water Damage Restoration

1. Initial Emergency Contact
   Our emergency line makes it so that you can call us at any time you discover damage, day or night. Our trained staff will ask you important questions to assess the damage and dispatch a team and equipment straight to you as quickly as possible.
2. Inspection and Damage Assessment
   When our team of technicians arrives, they will first stop any water that continues to leak and check the area for dangerous safety hazards. They will then do a complete inspection of the area and create a comprehensive damage restoration plan for you to review.
3. Moisture Extraction
   Extracting any excess moisture is the most pertinent aspect of water damage restoration, which is why we invest in equipment that allows us to remove hundreds of gallons of water at a time. We can also help you with move out services so you can stay somewhere safe during restoration.
4. Dehumidifying and Drying
   Once the standing moisture is gone, we will turn our efforts to the surfaces of the building that may have absorbed water, like drywall and wood. These surfaces must be fully dried out for the longevity of your building and to prevent mold growth and mildew from taking hold.
5. Cleaning and Repair
   Once the standing water and the absorbed moisture has been removed, we will do a cleaning and odor removal treatment on impacted areas of the home. This way you will know that all your surfaces are no longer contaminated and have no risk of your home developing a musty odor.
6. Restoration
   Our restoration process is full service, meaning we will restore your building completely to its original condition from before the damage. This means we will handle repairs to structures and drywall, as well as repaint and refinish if needed to make sure you are thrilled when you walk back through the door.

If your home has been water-damaged, you can count on us to help. Call us ²⁴⁄₇ to get the process started.