Water damage can have many different causes, from flooding to a burst pipe. Regardless of the underlying cause, timely water damage restoration is a must to prevent further damage from occurring. It’s best to work with a skilled, professional company to preserve your home and to ensure your property is safe for your family. 

4 Steps to the Water Damage Restoration Process 

1. Inspection

The full extent of water damage in your home may not be readily evident. This is why remediation specialists perform a thorough inspection of the household, using instruments to determine the water saturation of fixtures and furniture. The inspection is crucial for the specialist to determine the best course of action when cleaning up the home. 

2. Water Removal

If there is any standing water, it will need to be removed immediately. Industrial wet-dry vacuums can efficiently sop up standing water, much better than the mops or towels which many homeowners have on-hand. Once all water is removed, the home must be thoroughly dried out. 

3. Drying & Containment

Highly efficient fans will be placed around the home to ensure proper airflow for drying. Water remediation specialists may remove furniture and other items for a more effective drying process. Saturated areas will also be roped off for further treatment, which can include heat lamps. Dehumidifiers will also be placed around the home to remove moisture from the air. 

4. Sanitation

There are three categories of water damage. White water is from a clean source, such as an overflowing bathtub or sink. Grey water is slightly less sanitary but generally free of major contaminants. Black water is waste that most likely contains contaminants that can cause serious illness.

While sanitation is always part of the water damage restoration process, specialists must ensure that homes contaminated with grey and black water are properly sanitized. This entails the use of professional-grade chemical cleaning agents to remove all possible contaminants from the home. 

With more than two decades of experience, United Water Restoration Group - Atlanta North is capable of cleaning up spills in residences, as well as commercial properties. They utilize state of the art equipment to remove water and dry your home and even have processes in place to undertake mold remediation when necessary. They also offer smoke and fire restoration to help you restore your property after a damaging blaze. Call (404) 935-5670 today to schedule assistance at your home 24/7. You can also visit the website for a complete listing of services.