Why Call in a Restoration Team to Help with Water Damage in Chicago?

8/30/2020 (Permalink)

Don’t panic when water damage affects your home. Contact our experienced team for service.

Easily Manage Cleanup in Chicago When You Hire SERVPRO for Water Restoration Service

There is never a good time to have a water emergency, but it is the action that you do immediately after you discover the water that counts most. While some people will try to remove water and clean up the damage on their own, calling in the assistance of trained water restoration technicians (WRT) ensures your Chicago property gets back to preloss condition faster. Not only that, but we work to restore and clean your structure and belongings whenever possible.

Why Does Drying Technique Matter?

When it comes to water restoration service in Chicago, the process depends on our team understanding the details of your restorative project as a whole. We consider a variety of factors that allow us to formulate the best plan of action, such as:

• The amount of water within the loss zone
• The airflow within the space
• What the temperature is
• All of the various structural components and contents affected

By using applied drying techniques while working to extract all standing water, we can salvage more than DIY methods allow. Our skilled technicians follow the rules of psychometry, understanding that airborne moisture or vapors, along with liquid water, can and will impact all materials they touch. This is water damage in Chicago that accumulates with time, so it is crucial that you act fast so that you have a better chance of salvaging your interior after a water incident.

What is Secondary Damage and Why Should I Worry About It?

The longer you wait to remove water and moisture, the more damage can set in. When this happens, it begins to complicate any of the necessary repairs. Our fully-trained IICRC-certified technicians have the knowledge and skill to handle any size or scope water restoration project. We know how to adjust our equipment and course direction at a moment’s notice to stay on track with our intended drying timeline. Each water incident we get called to we follow the HAT principle, which is:

• Humidity – We determine the relative humidity in the air and how it must get lowered to keep vapor from causing secondary damage
• Airflow – We strategically place industrial-strength fans and air movers to remove airborne vapors while bringing less humid air into the affected space
• Temperature – Since warmer air is known for holding vapor, we carefully monitor temperatures within the loss zone

How Does Drying Play a Role in Restoration?

While extraction is taking place, drying systems help to regulate the air within the home. Simple removal may not be enough, as there could still be hidden moisture that can lead to potential mold growth. We use a range of powerful equipment that help us to create the perfect balance for the project:

• Powerful dehumidifiers help to remove up to 30 gallons of water from the air over 24 hours
• Truck-mounted extraction tools allow us to pull up thousands of gallons of water 
• Why Can’t I Just Open Up My Doors and Windows?

There are some situations where our team will utilize the outdoor environment for what we call open drying. However, many instances call for more specific drying techniques and specialized equipment in order to achieve the best results. For open drying measures to work, the air outside must be a lot drier and warmer than the air inside your home.

When you contact SERVPRO to help with water restoration, you can count on:

• Having a highly-trained team on the job
• Fast service, 24 hours a day, seven days a week
• Advanced technology and proven water removal and restoration methods
• Locally owned and operated
• Skilled building and reconstruction services

What if Water is Left Sitting Too Long?

It is imperative that you call for water restoration service right after you notice water intrusion. Prompt action facilitates smooth remediation. Failing to get started on the cleanup as soon as possible can lead to issues like:

• Mold and mildew growth
• Wooden flooring that will crack, swell, bubble, or split
• Wooden furniture can start to absorb water, which may lead to deterioration or splitting
• Rusting of your appliances or other metal furnishings
• Total loss of your carpeting and the padding and subfloor below

Depending on the nature of your water incident, our team may have to perform deconstruction, otherwise known as controlled demolition. Some of these measures may include:

• Dismantling of pantries, cupboards, hutches and other wood furnishings to replace materials beyond repair
• Flood cuts can be done to remove saturated drywall – this helps to dry the area behind walls and also inhibits mold growth
• Pulling up flooring that is too damaged or overly warped

At SERVPRO of West Loop/Bucktown/Greektown, we have the water restoration and reconstruction services that you are looking for. We are available 24/7 by calling (773) 434-9100 to have a crew sent to your location.