EMERGENCY RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL WATER MITIGATION AND RESTORATION: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

If you have discovered water damage to your residential and commercial property, you may be confused about what to do. However, it is important to act quickly and call a local restoration and mitigation company when dealing with water damage. Read on to learn about what is water damage restoration and mitigation and the clean-up process.

WHAT IS WATER RESTORATION AND MITIGATION?

Water restoration and mitigation are two different ways to help remove water from your residential and commercial property. The first step for emergency water removal and extraction is mitigation. Water restoration is the process of repairing your space to get rid of the damage. Water mitigation helps remove water from the space to avoid the growth of mold and bacteria. This includes repairing the interior, exterior, and structural material of your home and personal items.

Depending on the situation, you may have called an after-hours plumbing company to stop the leak. After-hours plumbing companies help with minor water problems. If there is severe damage and standing water, it is best to call a restoration company.

THE CLEAN-UP PROCESS

Before a restoration team arrives, make sure to locate your emergency water shut-off valve. The emergency shut-off valve cuts the water supply to your home. This decreases damage to your personal belongings and home. Here are the steps water restoration companies use to remove water damage.

1. Water Damage Assessment- An inspection is done to see what caused the water damage to your home. The restoration crew determines if the excess water creates a dangerous environment due to electric sources.
2. Removal- After creating a plan for removing the water, the extraction process starts. Water restoration companies use a variety of tools and equipment to eliminate the water including flood pumps, portable extraction units, and moisture detectors.
3. Drying- Completely drying out your home is a vital part of the clean-up process. Prolonged moisture increases mold and bacteria growth. Dehumidifiers and industrial fans dry out the space quickly and efficiently. Some water restoration companies, like Badgerland Restoration, use the Applied Structural Drying process. The goal of this process is to leave your home intact while eliminating the moisture instead of tearing the affected areas down.
4. Cleaning and Sanitation- Sanitizing the affected space helps eliminate harmful bacteria from growing and tough odors. If some items cannot be recovered and cleaned, they need to be disposed of. 
5. Restoration- The last step is restoring damaged drywall, carpet, cabinets, and other affected parts of your home and business. Some items may be restored without having to be replaced depending on the severity of the water damage. Like other household items, cabinets and lighting must be replaced if the water damage is extremely severe. 
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If you need emergency water removal and extraction services, Badgerland Restoration is here to assist you. We use high-quality equipment and techniques to ensure your residential and commercial property is back in working order after experiencing water damage. Contact us today to schedule an assessment of your home or call our emergency water damage hotline.