Can water damaged hardwood floors be restored, or must they be replaced?

This is a commonly asked question from property owners who have experienced an unwanted water occurrence to their floors. The answer to the question is – yes and no, depending on how long the floor has been wet and the type of water that caused the damage.

Drying hardwood floors requires prompt and special attention from restoration companies. Many people believe that replacement is the only option when their hardwood floors are affected by a water loss. However, in most cases, when FloodCo is called into action on a water loss before the floors have begun to dry, we are able to save the floor. Top rated equipment from Injectidry Systems, paired with our hardwood floor drying panels, has saved many homeowners and insurance companies thousands of dollars in replacement cost. If you need a free quote on saving your hardwood floors, or want more information about our services, call us today at 406-892-1717.

How Do We Do Dry Hardwood Floors?

Panels, with an airtight seal placed around the edges, are placed in series on the hardwood floor and are connected by yellow hoses. The end of the last yellow hose in the series is connected to a larger yellow suction line. This line is connected to the Injectidry System creating a suction underneath the panels. Air travels between the subfloor and the hardwood floor through the grooves between the boards, removing moisture from the wood. Dehumidifiers are typically placed in the room to remove any additional moisture.

When dealing with drying hardwood floors on any water loss, a fast response time is a critical factor in mitigating the loss and is especially important in the case of hardwood floors. The longer they are wet, the greater the chance of permanent damage. Microbial growth/mold begins to become a concern 48 -72 hours from the time of initial exposure. If the floor has been exposed to water for more than 72 hours it is considered a high risk for mold growth, not to mention the collateral damage caused to subflooring, floor fasteners, etc. and should be removed and replaced. The next time you’re dealing with a wet hardwood floor, react fast because there is a good chance FloodCo can save your hardwood floors.

Dale Heuvelman

Owner/Engineer

Floodco

58 Western Village Lane

Columbia Falls, MT  59912

406-892-1717 Office

314-486-9811 Cell

dale@floodco.net

www.floodco.net