The Details That Go Into Treating Water Damage to Properties in Cleveland & Akron

Water damage restoration may include a few or all of the following:

* Work authorization agreements are layed out in detail and then signed.
* Moisture meters detect and determines the extent of damage to the structure. All structure surfaces are analyzed including walls, ceilings, carpets, sub-flooring, crawl spaces, etc.
* Water is extracted if the scope of the damage calls for it.
* Pack-up any contents within the affected area if needed. Move and block up furniture within the affected area if needed.
* Chemical application to affected surfaces & contents using odor removals, deodorizers, and disinfectants to prevent bacterial growth and mildew in carpets. Any area affected by moisture is a breeding ground for microbial growth.
* Setup the necessary drying equipment strategically within the affected area (air movers/fans, dehumidifiers, air cleaners, etc).
* Monitor daily the equipment and the results of the drying process by taking all required readings. Drying typically takes three to seven days, but at times takes longer.


Once the drying is completed and the structure is back to it's pre-existing state, some of the things that may occur are the following:

* Contents are cleaned and placed back into it's original setting.
* Necessary repairs are completed and carpet and pad is reinstalled if necessary.
* Carpeted areas are cleaned accordingly as well as all traffic areas that were used during the entire process.
* Move and reset furniture as necessary.
* Final inspection is completed and customer sign-off. Obviously, each water disaster is different and calls for different techniques and areas of expertise.


What I described above is the framework of a typical water loss claim that we see on the residential-side of the business. If you have any questions please let me know or visit our website at www.PuroCleanProServices.com

Water Damage Can Occur at the Most Inopportune Times

Water damage may occur as a result of fire damage, broken pipes, blocked drains, malfunctioning appliances, storms and other causes. The appropriate treatment depends on the nature of the damage. Some water carries contaminants and should be considered hazardous. Whatever the origin, the prospects for restoration depend largely on the speed with which your building and personal property can be dried. Even clean water can generate mildew and other bacterial growth if neglected.

Do's:

• Ventilate wet areas. In summer, turn on air conditioning to accelerate drying. In winter, alternate cycles of opened windows and heating.
• Remove standing water from flat surfaces by sponging and blotting.
• Take up saturated rugs and carpets when hardwood floors are at risk.
• Stay out of rooms where ceilings are sagging from retained water.
• Remove lamps, telephones and decorative items from wet furniture tops.
• Open drawers and cabinet doors for interior drying, but do not force open stuck drawers or doors.
• Freeze valuable books and documents to retard mildew growth until drying can be performed.
• Place aluminum foil squares, china saucers or wood blocks under furniture legs to avoid staining carpet.

Dont's:

- Operate TV's, vacuums or other appliances while standing on wet carpet or floors, especially not on wet concrete floors. Serious injury may result.
- Use heat to dry closed building interiors. Mildew and expanded moisture changes may result.
- Leave wet fabrics in place. Space them apart and dry as soon as possible.

Hopefully you haven't struggled with this type of hazard. If you have any questions please let me know or visit my website at www.PuroCleanProServices.com