Overcoming Water Removal in Chicago Warehouses

11/21/2022 (Permalink)

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The Tools for Water Removal Services

Water removal services are an essential part of restoring warehouses and commercial properties. Around the West Loop, these production facilities and distribution centers are a part of the economy that we work quickly to protect after a disaster from burst pipes or flooding.

Where Did the Damage Start?

When starting water removal for Chicago warehouses and production facilities, it is crucial to provide a thorough inspection. Certain emergency services might be needed, like roof repairs, plumbing repairs, and other temporary fixes, to allow restoration to begin.

Mounted Extractors 

A truck-mounted extraction system is one of the most efficient solutions for removing standing water in a warehouse setting, even around the equipment and production tools of the main work floor. These parts of our SERVPRO Green Fleet produce the highest draw value of any pump, creating the most efficient solutions for standing water over several inches. In addition, these tools are practical with accessories like:

• Carpet Wands
• Weighted Extraction
• Squeegee Wands

Wet Vacuums for Removal

While undoubtedly, the mounted extractors have a greater gallon-per-minute (GPM) rating, they cannot address the full spectrum of water removal necessary for your building. When water depth reaches a certain point, usually around two inches, mounted extractors and submersible units are less effective. At this point, wet vacuums become a versatile and preferred choice to finish the extraction needed.

Clearing Moisture from the Environment

The environment is also essential in the restoration process for Large Loss recovery needs. Water removal might seemingly be isolated to physical pooling on the surface, but several more steps and stages exist to complete this process. Using trailed desiccant units, we can simultaneously address moisture in multiple areas of the warehouse from a singular, central machine and several lengths of hose stretched to the farthest reaches of the facility.

When considering the magnitude of water removal for Chicago warehouses and production facilities, you can appreciate the tools and experience necessary to accomplish these sizable goals. Our SERVPRO of West Loop / Bucktown / Greektown Large Loss team understands the urgency of restoration and recovery, so we are ready to help 24/7 when you call (773) 434-9100.